TAIWAN HIGH MOUNTAIN OOLONG TEAS SPRING 2009

300 gram (10.56 ounces) vacuum-sealed packages.

Alishan High Mountain Oolong $60

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 leading up to this spring's harvest was a beneficial influence, as heavy rains are often an impediment to spring tea. This batch of Alishan is a well balanced tea with qualities of fresh baby salad greens combined with softer and sweeter floral notes. It is delicate, yet full of vibrant fresh spring qualities. We suggest you start out light in brewing to find the right balance of a full flavored brew without any over-brewed bitterness. It's a particularly good harvest - the best in a few years, we deem.

It is a mild, yet fresh green brew with clear notes of the winter richness that both the farmer and we cherish most.

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