SMPL Himalayan Black Dragon Tea

Grown in Ilam, Nepal at an elevation of 5,000 feet, this oolong tea combines the best of both green and black tea. The mature leaves are hand-plucked and then withered in sunlight, spread on bamboo mesh trays. They are then heated to stop oxidation at 45 percent. Afterward, the leaves are rolled and separated into a unique ball shape. The finished product results in high floral notes with a hint of grapes. Himalayan Black Dragon is grown organically, but it is not yet certified.

Brewing instructions
Amount: 1 teaspoon of loose tea per cup of water
Temperature: 190 degrees - 200 degrees (Small bubbles and a moderate amount of steam)
Steep time: 3 minutes

OOLONG

Complex • Aromatic • Smooth • Fruity

Oolong sits between green and black tea because it is partially oxidized.

Rakkasan examples:

• Northern Andes Oolong — Colombia: molasses, plum, malt

• Nine Dragons Oolong — Vietnam: rose, syrup, toast

• Himalayan Black Dragon — Nepal: floral, grape

Recommend when: A guest wants something interesting and complex.

Remember: Himalayan Black Dragon is an oolong, despite “Black” in its name.