Thea Placida Guizhou Floral

by Lao

Tasting Profile

Nose. The nose shows white flowers, candied fruit, and ripe pineapple, with green tea, floral tension, and bright minerality.[1]

Palate. The palate carries apricot, jasmine, and osmanthus, with a floral and fruity character that reveals the tea progressively.[1]

Finish. The finish is lightly acidic with a delicate, clean astringency, a velvety texture, and a long, persistent length.[1]

Structure. Structural points stated in the sources:[1]

  • Acidity: light, lightly acidic finish
  • Tannin: delicate, clean astringency
  • Body: velvety texture
  • Complexity: floral tension and bright minerality
  • Length: long, persistent finish

Pairings

Lao suggests the still tea pairs well with red meats, game, and saucy dishes, and notes that it pairs harmoniously with sushi.[1],[2]

Provenance & Sourcing

Production. Lao is made in Canada, and all of its products contain less than 0.5% alc./vol. The beverage is one of four signature creations in the Lao lineup, alongside the still Thea Placida Yunnan Bold and two sparkling teas.