Big Leaf Golden Lily Oolong Tea

Big Leaf Golden Lily Mei Shan · 1,100 meters (3,600 feet)

The first thing you'll notice is the leaf itself — extraordinarily big, even by high mountain standards. The cultivar is Golden Lily, better known as Milk Oolong, and this one lives up to the name. The nose opens with sweet florals and candied apple.

On the tongue: steamed greens and gentle florals, with low acidity, low tannins, a creamy texture, and a medium finish. Creamy, floral, buttery — everything you want in a Golden Lily, though we find this one leans more milky than buttery. Not flavored. Pure oolong.