Qi Lan (奇兰) is an oolong tea from the Wuyi Mountains region of China.
This particular oolong tea is typically less oxidized, with less of a roast than comparable teas such as Da Hong Pao or Shui Jin Gui.
Qi Lan is a middle-leaf tea varietal.
Alternate Names
- Rare Orchid
- Strange Orchid
Aroma & Flavor Profile
Qi Lan oolong tea usually has an aroma and flavor of orchids and fruits.
The flavor is perhaps between a Wuyi yancha and a Tie Guan Yin oolong tea.
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