Satemwa “Dark Tea”
Dark tea from Thyolo, Malawi
At the core of dark tea production lies the fermentation process. Originating from the Satemwa plantation in Malawi's Shire Highlands, this Grand Cru undergo...
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Infusion time 4'
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Quantity 6 g / 30 cl
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Temperature of infusion 90°C - 195°F
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Time of the day All day
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Description
At the core of dark tea production lies the fermentation process. Originating from the Satemwa plantation in Malawi's Shire Highlands, this Grand Cru undergoes fermentation through an expedited technique, qualifying it as a "ripe" dark tea.
Take a flavour voyage through the African continent by savouring this exquisite dark tea, whose lingering aftertaste evolves along fruity, woody undertones reminiscent of forest floor.
Special qualities
Origin: Thyolo, Malawi
Tea colour: Dark tea
Tasting notes
Dry Leaf
Appearance: small rolled leaves
Liquor
Colour: brown, mahogany hints
Texture: silky
Notes: liquorice, wet wood, humus, undergrowth, cooked fruits hints
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea warm:
With the teapot or the tasting set: 4 minutes in water heated to 195°F.
With the Gong Fu Cha: infusions during 30-40 seconds.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or carafe: infuse 16 g of leaves per liter of water at room temperature for 30 minutes. Remove the leaves and store in the fridge.