Dark Roast Iron Goddess Oolong

I was looking for a darker roast Tie Guan Yin than the one I am currently drinking to blend with Yunnan FOP, and Lapsang Souchong (smoked) for a Russian Caravan style tea. Much to my surprise, I found one in Vegas, where I was visiting. What a great find (the tea and the store). I brewed this tea at 208F, rinsed for 10 sec, rested for 1 min, and steeped for 90 sec. The cocoa aroma was wonderful, the brew was smooth and clean, the taste was warm and soothing (not floral like a greener Tie guan Yin). I loved it! I brewed this 500 ml cup modified Western style with 7 g (I could have used 71/2 g). 1st re-steep, 2 min still some roast aroma with added sweetness or light fruit aroma and a little more body. I steeped it a total of 5 times. Very smooth. will definitely buy again. This tea will be perfect for what I wanted and as a everyday morning, noon, and evening tea. Thank You, Leo

This tea is so complex. The mouth feel reminds me of coffee. It is bold, but not bitter. Every steep brings out new flavors. This one is one I will order again and again.

Dark Roast Iron Goddess Oolong

This is the one to brew when you wake up, and it’s colder than you expected. Real rich taste and warmth in every sip.

We are really enjoying this tea. Different flavors for sure on the 2nd steep.

Yum, Yum, Yum!!! Love Love Love 💕
This Oolong Dark Roast is my favorite tea I've purchased here,all have been good but this one is by far my Top pick.Full of flavor, almost sweet vanilla undertones,with wonderful depth and roasted notes of warm nutty flavor. The mouth feel is medium thick and round and lingers on the pallet well after you're done with your cup..it keeps calling me back for more. I really hope Leo keeps this on coming. I don't wanna be without.

This is the best tea with just a bit of milk and optional touch of sugar. I love the roasted flavor.

My wife said its her favorite tea

This tea has a very bold flavor which gets even stronger with longer steps. If you get the timing right though it has a beautiful taste!

Generally I brew tea in my thermos so that I can have it throughout the day when I'm on the go...and this Iron Lady held up to the test. Just a sprinkling was enough to allow this Oolong to mature slowing as the day progressed. She remained malty bold & strong, growing more hearty the longer she soaked w/o the bitter notes that can sometimes arise when a tea is over steeped...Warming enough for winter with a mellow vibe that doesn't peak or jitter like a black tea...She leaves a sweet salty umami that lingers on the palate....

If you are looking for a robust, strong full flavor Oolong, this fits the bill. I like the strength, though I am not so keen on the metallic notes.

Very dark and smokey. Notes of chocolate and coffee.

Great!

It's a bit costly. Not sure it's quite worth what you pay. It is good, but I have had better at a lower price.

Great dark roast oolong
Really good

the flavor was rich and buttery. the dark roast leaves the taste buds with subtle notes of popcorn.

I agree with the reviewer who said "for those coffee enthusiasts who want to try out tea and don't want to give up their coffee flavor". That's pretty much it. Stays strong through many, many steeps. The first steep/wash was a little weak, still worth drinking, but after that the color, flavor and aroma all exploded. Beautiful aftertaste, maybe fruit? Maybe some spruce tips? Something bright. I'm new to tea, still struggling to describe what I'm tasting, but whatever it is, in this case it's all good.

i really enjoy this tea.

You can watch Leo’s live review of the dark roast iron goddess oolong here: https://instagram.com/teaandwhisk/live/18091957252202203?igshid=xgd84hnhn143

A dark roasted iron goddess is definitely for those coffee enthusiasts who want to try out tea and don't want to give up their coffee flavor.