Premium Tieguanyin / Iron Goddess Tea

$11.90

Tie Guanyin also named as 'Iron Goddess' (铁观音) is a premium range of Oolong tea.

Tie Guanyin tea is said to be named when a scholar found the plant beneath the Guanyin rock in Xiping. He offered the tea as a gift to the Qianlong Emperor on his visit. The emperor was impressed by the tea and thus the name was formed.

This Oolong tea is loaded with tonnes of health benefits. It is high in amino acids, polyphenols and antioxidants. It contains vitamins, particularly vitamin C, and other components such as calcium, fluorine, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium and zinc.

Benefits

- High antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins
- Aids weight loss, increases metabolism, burns fat faster
- Lower blood cholestrol, blood pressure
- Improves digestion
- Promote blood circulation
- Prevent tooth decay
- May improve skin conditions (Enzema & Rashes)
- Prevent tooth decay
- Improves Cardiovascular Health
- Immune system booster

*Low caffeine content

Taste

This tea has an appetisting strong fragrant/floral and long lasting aftertaste.

Origin

An Xi, Fujian Province

Appearance

Unique twisted leaves before brew.

Directions

Pour freshly boiled water over a tea bag for 1-2 minutes or 1-2 teaspoons of loose tea in a cup and infuse for 3 minutes.

*Recommended to pour away the first brew to 'wash' the tea.

Storage

Keep in cool dry place, away from strong light and odour. Refrigerate after opening.