{"product_id":"moonlight-and-timber","title":"Moonlight and Timber","description":"\u003ch1 id=\"h.zqyfvk568zw\" class=\"c6\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c4\"\u003eMoonlight and Timber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003eMoonlight and Timber is a\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003ehighly unique and complex white tea made from a rare wild tree purple tea (ye sheng cha) varietal in Jinggu, Yunnan, known for its distinctive fruity, floral, and sometimes savory notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e. It offers a thick, rich, and long-lasting aftertaste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c9\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_utdt9ulfpmu5-0 start\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eVarietal and Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: The tea is made from a wild purple tea varietal (Camellia sinensis var. assamica) that grows in the mountainous areas of Jinggu county, Simao, Yunnan.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: It is a rare tea, typically harvested only once a year in the spring, primarily in March or April.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: The dry leaves are visually striking, featuring a mix of green, purple, black, and silver hues.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eProcessing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: It is processed using a technique similar to the \"Yue Guang Bai\" (Moonlight White) style, involving wilting followed by air movement to gradually halt oxidation, which contributes to its unique character.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eBody and Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: The resulting tea liquor is typically yellow, with a notably thick, oily, and sometimes creamy mouthfeel that some reviewers describe as \"pancake batter\".\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: Like other quality white teas, it can be aged, with the initial bitterness transforming into a deeper, fruitier sweetness over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c13\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c9\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"c1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003eThe flavor profile is complex and can vary by harvest year and steeping method, but commonly includes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"c10 lst-kix_ikfb4ta9xdv-0 start\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: A strong and intoxicating aroma of dried stone fruit (apricot, peach), grapes, tropical fruits, and flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eTaste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003e: Dominant notes include\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003efruit (peach, pear, melon, black currant, white grape)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003e,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eflorals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c7\"\u003e, and herbal notes like\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003emint, thyme, and sage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eUnique Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: Reviewers have noted a wide range of unusual, complex flavors, from savory spinach, squash, and medicinal\/herbal notes to a distinct \"cannabis-like\" aroma and taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"c5 li-bullet-0\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"c0\"\u003eAftertaste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"c2\"\u003e: The tea is praised for its significant and long-lasting aftertaste (huigan), which can range from sweet and crisp to subtly spicy and mineral.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sincerely Tea House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46155074928839,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/1288\/8007\/files\/72.jpg?v=1771364010","url":"https:\/\/sincerelyteahouse.com\/products\/moonlight-and-timber","provider":"Sincerely Tea House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}