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Shui Jin Gui (Golden Water Turtle)

Named for the golden-green colour of its dry leaves. One of the Four Famous Bushes, and the subject of a famous Qing Dynasty lawsuit between two monasteries over a single tea tree. More fruity and refreshing than the typical roast-heavy yancha profile.

Tasting Notes

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Origin

Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China

Plant

Shui Jin Gui

Land

200–500m

Craft

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

Brewing

Gongfu
98.0°Ctemp
5gper 100ml
10s1st steep

Add 5s each steep · 7-10 steeps

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