Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid and leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea leaves
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea liquid and leaves

Tie Guan Yin Oolong (Iron Goddess Oolong)

$10.00
Weights: 25g
Rooteas Tie Guan Yin oolong tea
Tie Guan Yin Oolong (Iron Goddess Oolong)
$10.00
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Rooteas handmade Tie Guan Yin oolong tea leaves

Legend of “Iron Goddess of Mercy”

In Songyan Village (also known as Songlintou Village) within Anxi's Yaoyang area lived an elderly tea farmer named Wei Yin (1703-1775) around 1720. Wei Yin dedicated himself to farming tea while practicing Buddhist devotion through daily worship of Guan Yin the Goddess of Mercy.

For decades he never missed offering a cup of clean tea to the Guan Yin Buddha statue each morning and evening. He never missed a day.

During one night of deep sleep he experienced a vivid dream. The dream led him to carry his hoe and leave his home. He continued walking until he reached a small stream. Within a crevasse in the rocks he stumbled upon an unfamiliar tea tree. The tree displayed sturdy branches while its leaves appeared vibrant and its aroma was delightful.

The following morning Wei Yin set out along the dream path he recalled. The specific tea tree from his dream existed exactly as he remembered in the rocky crevices of Guanyin Lun's Dashikeng area.

He noticed that the tea leaves displayed an oval shape along with their thick flesh-like texture. The fresh green plant displayed tender shoots of purplish-red color. Wei Yin was overjoyed.

He dug up the tea tree with care and took it home. He placed the tea tree into an iron pot and gave it attentive care. He called the tea "Tie Guan Yin" (Iron Goddess of Mercy) because Guan Yin revealed the tea tree to him in a dream.

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tea in the Wuyi Mountains. Now, we want to share their craft with more people, so this tradition doesn't fade away with time.

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Every leaf comes from our own and our
friends' family tea farms, places blessed with the perfect mountains, streams, and soil for growing tea. This pure, natural home gives you the truest taste of nature.

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  • Name: Tie Guan Yin Oolong - 铁观音
  • Type: Fujian Oolong Tea
  • Origin: Anxi, Fujian
  • Harvest Time: September, 2024
  • Producer: Zhao Family
  • Tasting note: Orchid, honeysuckle, a hint of vegetation, Creamy texture, Floral fragrance, Refreshing, Lingering sweetness

The leaves of Tie Guan Yin Oolong are tight rolls and have a shiny sandy green look. Its fragrance is rich and aromatic. When you taste it, the tea feels very creamy. The tea begins with a slight bitterness before turning into sweetness. And it finishes with a clear orchid-like floral taste that provides a pleasant enduring aftertaste. When you want classic oolong tea style, Tie Guan Yin is your best choice.

25g (five 5g servings) - 8 to 10 infusions each

50g (ten 5g servings) - 8 to 10 infusions each

120ml water 98℃/208℉, 15-20 seconds, for 1 infusion

Frequently Asked Questions

All our teas are cultivated in the renowned tea-growing regions of Fujian and Taiwan, such as Wuyi Mountain (origin of rock tea), Tongmuguan (origin of black tea), Fuding (origin of white tea), Anxi (origin of Tie Guan Yin oolong), Alishan, Dayu Mountain, etc.

These locations are far from urban areas and densely populated zones, preserving a pristine natural environment with untouched soil and water. This allows the tea to absorb the pure essence of nature, offering the finest taste.

If you’re a beginner, we definitely recommend our Go-to Tea Sampler Box. It includes 8 different types of high-quality teas, allowing you to discover your favorite tea in the most affordable way.

Absolutely not! Gongfu tea is just one brewing style, you can easily use a teapot or a cup. Plus, each tea’s product page has specific brewing instruction.

For finest taste, tea should be stored in a place that is cool and dry.

Rock tea is best enjoyed within a 3-year period.

Black tea is best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

Green tea and Oolong tea are best enjoyed within a 2-year period.

White tea is an exception. Its internal compounds evolve over time, enhancing its fragrance and creating a deeper, mellower taste. Therefore, it does not have a specific optimal drinking period.

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