Iron Goddess Of Mercy
A legendary oolong tea from the Fujian province of China. Ti Kuan Yin (Iron Goddess of Mercy) is one of China's most beloved oolongs and is extremely time-consuming to produce (well over a dozen distinct steps in the processing are observed). Notes of toasted walnut and tender collard greens. Intriguing lingering floral aroma, lightly orchid, and gentle astringency.
Contains Caffeine
Ingredients: Oolong Tea
How to brew
- Tea: 2.5 g of dry tea per 8 fl oz (240 ml) of water
- Water temperature: 185°F (85°C)
- Steep time: 2–3 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Cups per ounce: Approximately 11 cups per ounce (28.35 g), using 2.5 g per 8-fl-oz cup. This estimate counts the first infusion only.
Start with this guide and adjust to taste. A larger mug or stronger brew uses more tea and makes fewer cups per ounce.
Recipe to try
Blackberry & Sage Tea Ice Cooler with Iron Goddess Of Mercy
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 2.5 g Iron Goddess Of Mercy
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup blackberries
- ½ teaspoon finely chopped fresh sage
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Sugar
- 1 cup chilled white grape juice
- 1 cup chilled plain sparkling water
Method
- Heat 1 cup water to 185°F. Steep the Iron Goddess Of Mercy for 2–3 minutes, then strain or remove the tea bag.
- Dissolve the sugar in the tea, cool and pour into an ice-cube tray. Freeze until solid.
- Divide the tea cubes and fruit between two glasses. Add the fresh sage, grape juice and sparkling water. Stir gently; the tea flavor develops as the cubes melt.
Ingredient research and safety
For independent background on ingredients or tea types, see NIH fact sheets on Tea (Camellia sinensis). Research on individual ingredients, supplements or extracts does not establish an effect for this prepared product.
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