21st Century Afternoon Tea

The Iron Goddess of Mercy gives it that classic floral depth, but the old-world oolong twist keeps every sip interesting. Brewed it for about three minutes and the color turned a gorgeous amber. This is my new go-to for slow afternoons.

The dry leaves smell incredible before you even brew them, and that mix of old and new oolong styles gives a cup that’s both toasty and subtly sweet. I’ve been reaching for this one every afternoon since it arrived.

The dry leaves smell incredible before you even pour the water—that classic Iron Goddess of Mercy sweetness comes through clearly. Steeped, it’s a smooth, layered cup that keeps its character for multiple infusions. I’ve already gone through half the bag in a week.