Lao Ming x 2011 x 3
I continue my exploration of Lao Ming’s teas. After underwhelming 2010s, here are some fine 2011 oolongs.
I continue my exploration of Lao Ming’s teas. After underwhelming 2010s, here are some fine 2011 oolongs.
Three new oolong teas from reputed teamaster Lao Ming. My initial admiration is becoming relative. These teas are as overroasted as a really overoaked wine.
My first taste of a tea from Lao Ming.
Two new releases from teamaster Lao Ming. Likely the best I’ve tasted from him yet.
Wine and tea: they couldn’t look more different but in fact, have quite a lot in common. In the first installment of this seminal article I look at the geography and terroir of the vine and tea tree.
A puer-like green tea from wild trees in Vietnam. A tricky beast to brew – I haven’t found the key to it.
Comparative tasting rocks. Tasting different things together is a perfect wake-me-up. You become more perceptive to the minute …Continue Reading