We have already mentioned the special climatic conditions of Shan Lin Xi Mountain in a few words. The wet and cool climate, regardless of the season, and the significant temperature differences between dawn and dusk, all contribute to the unique flavour of the teas grown in the area. Our roasted Shan Lin Xi tea is planted at an altitude of 1,500 metres above sea level, making it one of our high mountain oolong teas. Like our lightly fermented Shan Lin Xi, the roasted version comes from Mr. Lin's farm in Zhushan. The small family owned farm has a strict policy of cultivating the soil free of herbicides and fertilizers, and hand-picking of the leaves which means they follow a completely organic approach. The teas that come out of the farm are typically very lightly roasted, but Mr. Lin, breaking with this tradition, has created this speciality. The tea leaves are subjected to a roasting process using longan tree charcoal, which results in a more robust roast. The brew has a balanced, sweet taste with nutty overtones, with a clean finish that can linger for hours, enhancing the unique taste experience of this edition.
