Purple Orchid | Qi Lan - Oolong Tea (Wuyi Mountains)
Taste: Smooth, sweet with delicate vegetal astringency.
Aroma: Fruity, floral (orchid), woody undertones.
Tea water color: Golden amber.
Caffeine: Medium
Year: [Not specified]
Origin: Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
Grade: Premium rock oolong
Appearance: Dark, tightly twisted strips with bronze tips.
Growth Environment: Mineral-rich cliffs (authentic yányùn terroir).
Size: Varies (50g / 250g / 500g).
How to brew:
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Use 6g leaves in gaiwan (150ml).
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First pour: 95°C water, discard after 5 seconds (rinse).
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Second pour: 95°C water, steep 45 seconds.
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Subsequent pours: Steep 30 seconds (add 5 sec after 4th infusion).
Note:
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Tea-to-water ratio: 1:25 for metabolic efficacy.
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Key Wellness Benefit: Activates AMPK enzyme → enhances triglyceride dissolution (studies show 12-15% increase in fat metabolism with daily consumption).
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Flavor Development: Early steeps: floral-fruity; Later steeps (4+): grilled nuts, mineral spice.
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Aftertaste: Refreshing orchid lingering >10 minutes.
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