Grown 1,800 to 2,000 meters up in Taiwan's Li Shan, lightly oxidized and left unroasted to keep its floral, fruity character.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2022 Spring · Taiwan oolong · Unroasted, light oxidation · our A+++ grade · 20g to 500g
- Dry leaf: Picked as one bud with two to three leaves, then rolled tight.
- Aroma: Floral and fruity, opening as soon as hot water hits the leaves.
- Liquor: Bright, clear gold with a hint of green.
- Taste: Thick and varied, with floral notes leading early and a natural, fresh sweetness through the middle infusions.
- Mouthfeel & body: Thick and smooth for a light-oxidation tea.
- Aftertaste: A clear returning sweetness (hui gan) and saliva-stimulating finish.
- Best for: Daily cups of Taiwan oolong; a comfortable start for those new to oolong.
Brewing Guide
- Warm a gaiwan or small teapot and add about 5–6g of leaf per 100ml.
- Use water at about 95°C (203°F).
- Give the leaves one fast rinse.
- Start with 10 seconds for the first infusion so the leaves can open, then 5–10 seconds, then add roughly 5 seconds per round.
- Decant fully into a fair cup each time.
Treat these as a starting point and adjust to your taste.
Storage
Zip the bag tight and keep it in the fridge to protect the fresh fragrance. Let it warm to room temperature before opening to avoid condensation.
About the Leaf
You may see some of these; they vary from bag to bag:
- Some fine pieces: normal for rolled oolong and harmless.
- Leaves open up a lot: the rolled leaves expand to whole leaves, so a small amount fills the pot.
