Product Overview
Jin Suo Shi ("Golden Key") is a rare Cliff Tea varietal with a history of more than 100 years. It is harvested by picking one bud and three leaves. Da Hong Pao, Tie Luo Han, Bai Ji Guan, Shui Jin Gui, Ban Tian Yao, Wuyi white peony, Wuyi Jingui, Jin Yao Shi, Beidou and Bai Rui Xiang are known as the "Ten Famous Clusters of Wuyi Rock Tea".
These broad, tender leaves were processed using traditional methods with several charcoal roasts. Dry leaves give a sweet herbal aroma with chocolatey touch to them. The leaves are tightly twisted, with a green and brown color. The tea liquor is yellowish-orange.
Jin Suo Shi is a fragrant tea with a creamy aroma, and the tea liquor is smooth and slightly bitter. If you let the tea liquor remain in the mouth for a few seconds, you will notice a slight bitterness on the upper palate that quickly transforms into sweetness. The sweetness of this tea will increase the longer it is steeped. It has a sweet taste of honey, which leaves the mouth feeling sweet and fresh. Light roast gives this tea slight astringency that adds to the texture and works well with tea's fresh side.
Brewing Guide: Place 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea in a gaiwan or teacup. Heat water to between 212 degrees Fahrenheit and pour into the gaiwan. Steep for 1-2 minute. When steeping is done, strain the tea and enjoy!