Prior to our visit, Farmer Chen had a customer who tried his Buddha Hand and liked it so much that he bought all of the Buddha Hand in the shop! Farmer Chen knew that we were curious about that tea, so he brought out a Buddha Hand that was only half-way done. The leaves were stored in the refrigerator and were awaiting the rolling process.
I have never tasted a Buddha Hand like this before. It was much lighter than the finished one I'm used to. We appreciated Farmer Chen's generosity in sharing this special treat with us.
*photos are provided by Matthew Kraus
5 comments:
It was exciting to try this tea!
I like Fo Shou. After reflecting on it for the past couple years and drinking many teas, though, my problem is it doesn't have much depth and develops a weird taste quickly once the package is open, due to all the exuberant-citrusy flavor compounds, I suspect. It leaves me feeling a bit gypped.
Nick,
Try some roasted Fo Shou. It can be very full-bodied and complex.
Nick,
Try some roasted Fo Shou. It can be very full-bodied and complex.
Nick,
Try some roasted Fo Shou. It can be very full-bodied and complex.
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