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Ban Tian Yao (Half-Sky Monster)

The name means 'half-sky monster,' allegedly growing halfway up a cliff in the Wuyi Mountains. Sometimes counted as one of the Si Da Ming Cong in place of Da Hong Pao. Distinctive roasted character with a lingering, almost haunting aftertaste.

Tasting Notes

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Origin

Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China

Plant

Ban Tian Yao

Land

200–500m

Craft

Late spring (May) harvest. Heavy roast, charcoal-fired.

Brewing

Gongfu
98.0°Ctemp
5gper 100ml
10s1st steep

Add 5s each steep · 8-12 steeps

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