金骏眉 (Jin Jun Mei)
Longyan, Fujian
Longyan, with its well-preserved biosphere of close to 80% forest coverage and mineral rich soils was a logical choice for re-inventing the original Tongmu Village red tea classic, Jin Jun Mei.
Opting for the more abundant, locally produced Meishan cultivar instead of the traditional Xiao Cai, the sweet malty flavours are nonetheless remarkably similar. This may be in part due to the numerous series of withering, gradual rolling and sun drying inspired by the original makers of Jin Jun Mei being applied here.
What is unique is this Longyan version's notably thinner leaf size, giving a quicker release of flavour per steep than the traditional plump buds. Nonetheless, with its comparable flavour and abundant golden tips, this tea lives up to the original namesake.
Dry leaves: dark brown, golden tinges
Taste: butterscotch, malt, dried apricot
Process: fully oxidised
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| 1tbs/4g | 80 | N/A | N/A | 0:20 x 2 0:15 x 2 |
