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Ben Shan

Ben Shan

Běn Shān · 本山

anxi

Ben Shan is a related Anxi oolong cultivar, often grown alongside Tieguanyin in the same gardens. Lighter and more approachable in profile, with a similar orchid character at a lower price point.

Quick facts

Region
Anxi
Harvest year
2024
Harvest season
spring

Brewing

Leaf
7.0 g / 100 ml
Water
95°C
Rinse
yes
Gongfu steeps (s)
10, 12, 15, 20, 30, 45

Floral and approachable — a softer-priced alternative to Tieguanyin from the same Anxi gardens.

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Tasting notes

Aroma
orchid, light flowers, fresh hay
Flavor
floral, sweet, mineral
Mouthfeel
silky
Finish
long, sweet

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