Iron Monk

Rock Oolong Tea, Fujian, China

Will Power & Inspiration

$37.00

Size:

1 Ounce 8 Ounces Sample

Variant

Yanchas, known as "rock" or "cliff" teas, come from the mineral-rich soils of the Wuyi Mountain region of China which give them a deeply nourishing and healing quality.

All famous Chinese oolongs have origin stories that speak to their essence and those of Wuyi Rock Oolongs have to do with enlightenment and strength. Iron Monk is the original iteration of this ancient style of oolong with a rich, warm and complex flavor.

Learn More

For when you would like to feel more:

Strength
Will
Self knowledge and reliance
Inspiration
Purification
Nurtured

Time of Day:

Any time of day

Steeping Method:

Gongfu, Loose Leaves, Sidehandle, Shiboridashi or Daily Teapot

Ingredients

Arhat Cliff Oolong Tea Leaves from Wuyi, China

Steeping Instructions

Place 10 or so tea leaves in a tea bowl and cover with hot water for about 1 minute. Sip while the tea steeps and resteep 5-6 times. Visit our online Tea School to learn more about the art & ritual of tea.

What Makes our Teas Special?

Plants are powerful allies for the body, mind and spirit, but many have lost their verve... I source the world's most clean & potent teas and botanicals-- those that are wild, ancient, biodynamic and otherwise fully alive.

Born in the legendary Wuyi Mountains, Iron Monk Tie Luo Han is a testament to the region's rich tea heritage. This full-bodied oolong boasts a robust character, with layers of flavor unfolding with each sip. Expect a symphony of mineral notes, hints of stone fruit sweetness, and a lingering "yan yun" - the quintessential Wuyi rock charm. Carefully roasted to perfection, Tie Luo Han delivers a powerful and invigorating experience, perfect for those seeking a stimulating and complex brew. Steep yourself in tradition and savor the essence of a true Wuyi masterpiece.