Tie Guan Yin

1 tsp. dry leaves

175°-180° spring water

2 minutes x3

The name Tie Guan Yin (Iron Goddess of Mercy) came from a farmer named Mr. Wei. At the temple dedicated to Guan Yin he was asked what is the name of his special tea. It must be called Ti Kuan Yin in honor of the iron statue to Guan Yin he replied. As the name was a good one, it has never been changed.

Changing the volume of dried leaves, the temprature of the water and the length of the steep time will alter the taste of any tea or tisane. If your first tasting is unpleasant, perhaps alter one of these and try again. If you try various steeping methods and still do not like the flavor, that is perfectly okay. Another blend or flavor may be more to your taste.