Manderley Exotic Teas
The Middle Path
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This is the soul of Manderley. If we could only keep one, it would be this.
Tieguanyin, beautifully translating to iron goddess of mercy, is a popular variety of oolong. Yet this emerald green form is a humble master of subtlety. Think early spring mornings in April and May. Lilacs growing waywardly inside a thick jungle. A thawing creek. Immaculate.
Steep, let it cool, then draw a small amount through the front teeth to reach nirvana.
2 oz
Oolong, contains caffeine
Ingredients: camellia sinensis
Ideal brewing suggestion:
Start with 4 grams in 8-10 ounces of water at 195°F. Steep for 4 minutes. Lasts multiple steeps.
Manderley's secret suggestion:
Using a ratio of 3 grams for every 8 ounces of water, allow tea leaves to steep in room temperature or cold water for 24-48 hours. The gradual steep while avoiding high heat gives room for delicate notes to flourish. This method may yield to higher caffeine levels.