High-Mountain Oolong Tea

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This High Mountain Oolong is grown at 1,500 m in a rare, family-run farm with three generations of expertise, farming without chemical fertilizers and pesticides, award-winning tea s with exquisite craftsmanship. where pristine air and dramatic temperature shifts create exceptionally refined leaves. The crystal-clear infusion reveals delicate white floral notes, a silky, layered mouthfeel, and natural sweetness, with a long, elegant finish that showcases the tea’s high-altitude purity and enduring complexity. The Essence of High-Altitude Purity Sourced from an exclusive tea garden perched in the heart of Ren'ai Township, this High Mountain Oolong represents the pinnacle of Taiwanese tea art. At this elevation, the tea plants are cradled by drifting clouds and pristine mountain air. These conditions slow the growth of the leaves, allowing them to concentrate natural sugars and nutrients, resulting in a leaf of exceptional refinement and natural sweetness. A Legacy of Organic Stewardship What sets this oolong apart is its rare heritage. Nurtured through 25 years of strict cultivation, the garden thrives in a vibrant ecosystem free from synthetic fertilizers and pesticides. The tea bushes grow in mineral-rich soil abundant in natural trace elements, which lends the liquor a profound body and a "living" energy. This approach ensures that every cup reflects the pure, expressive essence of the land. Exquisite Craftsmanship & Profile This tea is a masterful blend of the elegant Chin-Shin-Dapan and the smooth Jin-Xuan cultivars. Hand-harvested in the spring and subjected to a precise 50% oxidation, it undergoes a careful medium roast to bring out a sophisticated depth. Aroma: A delicate white floral bouquet dominated by fresh orchid and wild lilies. Palate: A silky, rounded mouthfeel with layers of creamy rice sweetness and hints of green fruit. Finish: A long, elegant, and crystalline finish that lingers on the palate. Resilience in the Gongfu Cup True to its high-mountain roots, these leaves exhibit remarkable endurance. Whether brewed in a gaiwan or a traditional clay pot, the tea unfolds gracefully across multiple infusions, revealing new complexities in every steep—from the initial floral fragrance to the deep, honeyed aftertaste of later rounds. Terroir Ren'ai Township, Nantou, Taiwan Harvest Hand-harvested in spring Cultivar Chin-Shin-Dapan, Jin-Xuan ( TTES No.12 ) Elevation 1500m above sea level Oxidation 50%, sun withering, indoor withering Roast Medium roasting Show more