Oolong tea is a large, whole leaf tea, which has been oxidized/ fermented somewhere between a black and green tea. The fermentation process varied depending upon which of the two regions they are grown, harvested, and processed in. Generally, there are two growing regions for oolong teas; China and Formosa (formally Taiwan). China oolongs are fermented 20%, where Formosa oolongs are fermented 60%.
After harvesting, oolong teas are withered on racks, then leaves are placed in baskets. A shaking process bruises the leaves. They are then oxidized/ fermented in small heaps for a determined and precise amount of time. In their final stage these processed leaves are pan fired until all internal moisture is removed.
BREWING: Heat water to a rolling boil. Use 1 level tsp. tea per 8 oz. cup. Infuse 5-7 minutes. Larger leaf teas require longer infusion time. Many oolongs can be reinfused up to 3 times.
Note: Minimum order per tea is 4 oz.
Jade Prince - Taiwan
Light in colour, sweet and fragrant
with buttery notes
OT01 - $4.75/oz.
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Iron Goddess of Mercy (Ti-Kuan-Yin)
Imperial Grade - Taiwan
Slight nutty flavour with hints of fresh green
and peach
OT02 - $3.75/oz.
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Formosa White Tip - Taiwan
Strong dark roasted flavour
OT03 - $2.00/oz.
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Buddha's Prayer - Taiwan
Rich, robust, darker than most other
Oolongs, full bodied, light fruit, deep characteristics
OT04 - $4.75/oz.
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Dragon Flower - Taiwan
Warm, sweet notes, a light balance of
fruit and flowers
OT05 - $4.25/oz.
