Zhang Lang – Jalam Tea
“JalamTeas concentrates on Yunnan’s teas, with an emphasis on the heralded Puerhs. From years of sourcing, writing and sipping the teas from southern Yunnan, they have selected teas based on taste, production, history and geography. They select teas that are not only ‘originals’, but also teas that are rarely, if ever, available to palates beyond Asia. Teas that are classics in their own rights with their own stories.”
Ingredients: Zhang Lang Unfermented High Mountain Puerh
Steep Time: 5 minutes
First Sip Thought: “Sweet energy booster.”
Smell: The scent at one point smelled citrus-y, either way it was instantly flavourful aroma.
Taste: After steep, it was a beautiful gold colour liquid. Surprisingly, the sips were all filled with hints of sweetness. When drinking this puerh you can immediately recognize how healthy it is and how good it feels. Good tea matters! I drank this tea straight. It’s not bitter at all, therefore it did not need any additives (ie. sugar, milk). The after taste is rather difficult to describe. Try it and you’ll understand what I mean. The closest thing I could possibly try and describe it as is black licorice. Overall, if you’re looking for a great pick me up/energy boost this is definitely a good go-to tea.
Side note: This was my first ever tea cake and boy was I excited & hooked! If this is your first tea cake, here is a step-by-step guide on how to break and prepare a tea cake.
Verdict: 4.5 out of 5 tea leaves
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