{"product_id":"tanzanie-usambara-oolong","title":"Tanzania Usambara – Artisanal Oolong Tea 50 g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTanzania Usambara: an artisanal Oolong with notes of cocoa, malt and honey\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTanzania Usambara\u003c\/strong\u003e is an Oolong tea grown and crafted in the \u003cstrong\u003eUsambara Mountains of Tanzania\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its amber liquor reveals a warm character, where cocoa and malt meet nuances of wild honey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRound and intense, this \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e is for lovers of generous cups and curious palates looking to explore other origins. It is offered in a \u003cstrong\u003e50 g format\u003c\/strong\u003e, allowing you to take your time discovering its profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose this Tanzanian Oolong?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn origin to explore:\u003c\/strong\u003e the Usambara Mountains, to discover a Tanzanian expression of Oolong tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA cocoa and malt profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e warm notes accompanied by a honeyed sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA round and present cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bold character, best enjoyed plain to appreciate its nuances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisanal production:\u003c\/strong\u003e a tea grown and crafted in its region of origin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting passport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArtisanal Oolong tea, \u003cspan\u003eCamellia sinensis assamica\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrown without chemical pesticides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eUsambara Mountains, Tanzania, altitude 1300 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIntensity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMalt notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCocoa\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHoneyed sweetness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●○○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBest enjoyed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAfternoon or tasting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does Tanzania Usambara taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe notes of \u003cstrong\u003ecocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003emalt\u003c\/strong\u003e give the cup its depth. Nuances of \u003cstrong\u003ewild honey\u003c\/strong\u003e bring a more subtle sweetness and complete this warm profile. The amber liquor and roundness on the palate accompany this tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaste it plain first, then let the cup warm slightly between sips. Take the time to distinguish the malt notes, cocoa, and honeyed sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare this artisanal Oolong?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep the leaves for \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 4 minutes in water around 85°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Then remove them to stop the infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor your first tasting, start with 3 minutes. For subsequent preparations, adjust the time within the recommended range according to your preference. Water with low mineral content makes it easier to appreciate the nuances of the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to enjoy it and what to pair it with?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzania Usambara is perfect for an afternoon break or a tasting session dedicated to discovering Oolongs. Its cocoa and malt character pairs well with \u003cstrong\u003edark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edried fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, walnut cake, or honey pastries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo discover the tea on its own, start with a few plain sips before tasting your accompaniment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about Tanzania Usambara\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does this Oolong tea come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is grown and crafted in the \u003cstrong\u003eUsambara Mountains of Tanzania\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its tasting passport specifies its origin and altitude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a black tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eOolong\u003c\/strong\u003e family, also known as blue teas. Its malt and cocoa notes may appeal to black tea lovers looking to discover this family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it rather mild or intense?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts intensity, malt notes, and cocoa are rated four out of five on the passport. The honeyed sweetness, at three out of five, completes this bold character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to store the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore them in an airtight container, away from moisture, light, heat, and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContinue your Oolong discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-oolong\"\u003eOolong tea selection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare profiles, or our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-rare-grand-cru\"\u003eRare Teas \u0026amp; Grands Crus collection\u003c\/a\u003e for your next tasting stop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cap sur le thé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53044013236560,"sku":"80016","price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/2401\/6976\/files\/usambraoolong1.jpg?v=1782839525","url":"https:\/\/www.cap-sur-le-the.com\/en\/products\/tanzanie-usambara-oolong","provider":"Cap sur le thé","version":"1.0","type":"link"}