TAIWAN HIGH MOUNTAIN OOLONG TEAS WINTER 2009

300 gram (10.56 ounces) vacuum-sealed packages.

Alishan High Mountain Oolong $60

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Alishan High Mountain Tea

Taiwan high mountain tea that grows in the vicinity of Alishan- in ChiaYi County, is known for its delicate, subtle qualities of a "buttery" flavor and texture. This tea garden is the highest house on the hill (1,500 m), at the top of a steep valley terraced with tea. This area has drastically increased in popularity in the last few years. We are proud to be a consistent buyer and seller from the same source for ten years running.
The relatively dry weather that is typical of fall's growing season of winter tea is a significant influencing factor in producing the distinct flavor of winter tea. This, along with a brief cold front that hit Taiwan just before the tea was harvested has resulted in a brew with a slight winter bite that is balanced by vegetal and herbal qualities. We suggest you start out light in brewing to find the right balance of a full flavored brew without any over-brewed bitterness. This batch is a classic example of Chiayi County High Mountain Winter tea.

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