Tieh-kuan-yin,oolong tea from Fujian Province,China sino-herb price supplier

Tieh-kuan-yin oolong tea

Anxi Tieguanyin tea belongs to a family of teas from southern Fujian Province called Min Nan Oolong.

It is characterized by light ferment and heavy rolling. Using the baorou technique, it is wrapped in cloths and rolled into tightly knitted balls. 

These balls are so dense that they are often described as iron-like. It has a glossy appearance, with granulated green color, red spots and white frost.

It has a unique taste called Guanyin Rhyme ( Yin Yun ), which can be described as outstanding orchid fragrance and nectar sweet taste.

A Chinese study offers an insight into why it is so special.

Scientists found that the Tieguanyin tea plant's succulent leaves contain the highest level of aromatic substances, especially at low to medium temperature.

For those who have difficulty grasping the subtleties of high grade greens, this oolong tea may seem "god-sent". Its orchid aroma is strong, lasting and after many infusions, simply intoxicating.