chaozhou floating teapot oolong_taiwan A well-tempered roasting has brought

A well-tempered roasting has brought out the best of the cultivar without any overpowering pungency

and a rarity for collectors

The aroma may take its cue from the orange of its wrapper

though the taller lid may recommend those that can benefit from a little headspace

chaozhou floating teapot oolong_taiwan A well-tempered roasting has broughtA perfect marriage of Chaozhou and Yixing could well be this: A classic Shui Ping ('balanced water') form pulled on the wheel from original clay of Huanglongshan. When done by the hands of a meticulous potter, is the result a body of pristine build with a lid so well fitted, it chimes together like magnets. Such a curious endeavour will get a few pot heads thinking. Then, to follow the hint by brewing within the Yixing clay a tea from the local