Wed Aug 26, 2020 12:20 pm
I have been quite pleased with the first release of the Founder's Collection 2020. Two teas were included, a Gongmei White Tea and a Huang Jin Green Tea.
The Gongmei White Tea is said to be wildcrafted near Wuyishan, in China's Fujian Province. Upon opening the bag, the bold aromatics fill the room. The beautiful aroma is strong compared to other white teas I have had. The tea brews a rich and thick liquor with distinctive, heady, honey-floral notes. The flavor is bold, sweet, and flowery. Very enjoyable, and not your average white tea.
The Huang Jin Green Tea is said to be from Baojing County, in Northwestern Hunan. Smelling the leaves straight from the bag, I get sweet meadow grass, it's quite bold as well. The tea brews thicker than most greens I have had, an unexpected treat. The warm aroma reminds me of wildflowers and melons. The flavor is balanced, and matches the aroma. Sweet, sprouting green grass and honeydew melon. Almost like a High Mountain Oolong in some ways.
Looking forward to release 2/6 coming in September. I'll report back in good time.
-Peace