Lao Shou Mei, Ding Yong Hao Factory, AA, 2017

Aged white tea from the Ding Yong Hao factory in Fujian Province.

Leaves and a small amount of buds from the 2017 spring harvest are pressed into a neat 350g cake. The aroma of this dry tea is soft and juicy, with notes of spices, berries, flowers, and fruits, with subtle hints of medicinal herbs.

The infusion is clear, pure, and golden-amber in color, darkening and deepening with steeping. The aroma is rich, warm, and spicy. The taste is juicy, light, and slightly sweet, with floral and berry notes, woody undertones, and hints of dried herbs and spices. A long, warm finish with a refreshing berry tartness.

This tea is ideal for steeping, simmering, or steeping in a thermos. It warms, refreshes, and improves mood. The perfect companion for your chilly evenings.

How to brew

Steaming

• Teaware: porcelain or clay teapot, gaiwan
• Water: 80–90°С
• Ratio of dry tea leaves: 3-4 g per 100 ml of water

Brew in short infusions of 15-20 seconds, gradually increasing the time by 15-20 seconds.

Infusion method

• Teaware: porcelain or clay teapot
• Water: 80–90°С
• Ratio of dry tea leaves: 6-8 g per 1000 ml of water

Infuse for 3-4 minutes