Ti Kwan Yin (Iron Goddess) Oolong

This poet's tea from China's Anxi Mountains in southern Fujian province is quiet and contemplative. Artists and scholars have been inspired by this tea for centuries. Ti Kwan Yin (Iron Goddess) Oolong is a Grade 1 tea that's an excellent choice both for ceremonies and quiet afternoons, a good standard because the fire isn't too strong and yet has enough of the traditional character. Try it "kungfu" style in a small teapot using lots of leaf with a short steep many times at a water temperature of 80° to 90° C. (180° to 195°F).