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Eastern Beauty, Dong Fang Mei Ren

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O-158-HE

Eastern Beauty (Dong Fang Mei Ren) is a refined oolong tea that originated in Taiwan, but is now also grown in several Chinese tea regions. This special tea is known for its natural honey and fruity aromas, which arise from a unique collaboration with nature: the young tea leaves are pierced by small insects (jassid leafhoppers). This triggers a natural fermentation process in the plant, causing the leaves to develop a complex, sweet flavor.

The dried leaves are dark brown to golden, and in the cup, the tea produces a clear amber infusion. The aroma and flavor are characterized by honey, ripe fruit, flowers, and a soft spiciness, with an elegant, lingering sweetness. Eastern Beauty is often considered a luxurious oolong and was already popular among nobles and European tea lovers in the Qing Dynasty. It is a tea that is both delicate and rich, and perfectly suited for quiet moments of enjoyment or as a refined accompaniment to light desserts and fruit.

More Information
SKU	O-158-HE
Stock	Permanent collection
Certification	Certificate of Analysis
Flavours	Fruity, grapes, Fruity, cherry, Sweet, honey
Origin	--> CHINA
Harvest	2025
Brewing western	Oolong tea: Use 2 grams of tea per cup (200ml) and brew medium to hot, around 80° to 100°C, allow to steep for 3-5 minutes and infuse at least 3 times.
Brewing eastern	Use 5 to 7 grams of tea per 100ml of water, the water temperature is between 90 and 100 ° C and short steeps of around 10 seconds. It's best to use a small teapot or gaiwan.
Grandma's tea	For an old-fashioned cup of tea from a teapot with a strainer, relaxed and economical. Use approximately 7 grams of tea per liter of boiling water and let it steep for about 7 minutes, Suitable for all teas except green tea. or longer if the tea can take
Cold Brew	Cold infusion, use 10 to 16 grams of tea per liter of cold water. Let the tea steep overnight in the fridge, 12 to 15 hours. You can vary with the proportions for example to add sparkling water afterwards.