(8 customer reviews)

Tieguanyin

loose leaf | oolong

From: $18.98

Tieguanyin (Iron Goddess of Mercy) is the best oolong tea in China and is among its top ten most famous teas. There are harvests in all four seasons, but our Tieguanyin comes from the spring and autumn harvests when the best quality teas are produced. Only leaves, no buds, are picked to make this oolong tea.

Our Tieguanyin dry leaves are a dark green color and tightly rolled. When brewing, the leaves become soft but still retain their bright “satin surface.” The liquor color ranges from light gold to jade green.

This modern style Tieguanyin tastes sweet and mellow with a fresh aftertaste. The orchid aroma lasts for some time after multiple infusions.

Pack of 1
1.7 oz (50 g)

Anxi,
Fujian

Handpicked
2023

Gongfu tea brewing tips

tea weight

5 g (100 ml water)

water temperature

194-212 °F

tea weight

5 g (100 ml water)

water temperature

194-212 °F

first infusion

10 seconds

total infusion

8 times

first infusion

10 seconds

total infusion

8 times

* This brewing guide serves as a reference. Feel free to explore and tailor your brewing method to discover the tea experience that suits you best.

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Tieguanyin Origin

The name of Tieguanyin comes from a Chinese legend relating to its origin, Anxi, China. One rendition says that during the Qing Dynasty, a poor farmer named Weiyin found a deserted temple with a statue of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of compassion and mercy. He cleaned the temple and every day provided a cup of tea for Guanyin. One day, Guanyin appeared in his dream and told him where he could find his reward. Weiyin then found a beautiful tea plant which later brought him fortune. He named the tea “Tieguanyin.”

Tieguanyin types

There are two types of Tieguanyin, modern and traditional. The modern style has a bright yellow color with floral and creamy notes, while the traditional style is heavier with roasted and fruity notes.

Reviews & ratings

8 reviews for Tieguanyin

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    Aromas of floral-toned butter and hints of herbal zest fade in and out, like brothy mint and arugula. A sip lightens this profile with a squeeze of lemon on the tongue, a cooling aftertaste leaving flower sweetness to linger. Joyfully fresh!

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    Smell and Taste really well, will buy again!

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    Best tieguanyin I can find in the area, will buy again!

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    I really love tieguanyins, they just really calm and center me while I work or am stressed. The aroma of this tea was creamy, bright, and sweet. It also held a slight minerality note that I associate with tie guan yins. After a few infusions, I noticed the aroma turn sweeter with an almost syrupy feel to it, finishing up with some floral, orchid notes. The color of the brewed tea was a pale, yellow-like color, at times looking slightly tinged green as well. I did notice that the leaves did not seem as tightly rolled up but were a nice dark green color. This just really was a nice, crisp tieguanyin. I also appreciate the companies sourcing transparency, it is one thing I look for in tea companies.

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    I love how strong Oolong teas are and Tieguangyin is one of the popular Oolong tea I liked. The shipping was super fast and come with a nice package, I will like to come back and get more of your teas.

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    I drink this tieguanyin oolong everyday after lunch, which helps me digest the meal. Also, the smell of this oolong is so good…

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