Tags: oolong
Two Cups of Dong Ding Oolong
The lovely cool mornings of autumn are upon us, and that means I am craving smokier, denser teas. I find myself wanting mostly black or puerh tea, the types with quite a bit of heft and earthiness. When I do turn to oolongs, they are more roasted – mov… more »
Aged Ti Kwan Yin Oolong Tea
I often associate aged oolongs with the aroma of coconut being toasted in a pan. There is something very appealing about this aroma, reminiscent of sweets being baked for a special occasion. Today I was in need of a sense of comforting homey goodness,… more »
Cold Sips for Hot Days
Summer is finally putting in an appearance here in the Seattle area, and with the change in season comes a change in the beverages we drink. As the temperature rises, heavy red wines wait it out on a cool shelf somewhere, while our bottles of white… more »
Dong Ding Teapot
I love the blossom and the vines twining around this small, fist-sized teapot. The shape and the ornamental nature of the pot make me think of kabocha squash, which is a favorite of mine. The teapot has been sitting on a shelf for almost a year, calli… more »
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