Tea Scan
Anxi oolong named after Guanyin, legend tells of a poor farmer who restored a temple and received this tea plant in a dream.
How to brew Tie Guan Yin gongfu style
Use a small gaiwan or clay teapot with a high leaf-to-water ratio and multiple short infusions — the gongfu cha way to get the most from Tie Guan Yin.
Water temperature95°C
Leaf ratio7 g / 100 ml
InfusionsRinse 5s, then 10s → 15s → 20s → +5s
Best time to drinkAfternoon
TypeChinese Oolong tea
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