Light Tieguanyin: taste and beginner brewing guide

A little context

The same tea name can cover different processing choices. A lightly roasted Tieguanyin is a useful counterpoint to the roasted style.

You are curious about orchid, fresh greens, soft sweetness and want a lighter cup. Taste varies by maker and batch.

You dislike strong floral aromas or want a dark, heavy cup.

Start with a shorter steep. Keep the leaves out of the finished drink.

Ask about storage and processing as well as the date. Young and aged examples can both be enjoyable; compare a small sample.