Amber Oolong Tea 白毫烏龍茶
The Amber, or "White Tip,” Oolong is an island favorite in Taiwan due to its sweet flavor profile. During cultivation, the tea leaves are literally bitten by the tiny green Jacobiasca
formosana leafhopper, causing a release of aromatic compounds known as terpenes
which give this tea its signature honey aftertaste. The delicate flavor of this tea is a
testament to the attentive and thoughtful care required for its cultivation - capturing a
symbiotic dance that occurs for only 6-8 weeks during the summer season. Relying on
the tiny leafhopper thriving in the Camellia forest, the Amber Oolong is the emblem of
organic farming practices.
- Tasting note: Wildflower Honey
- Liquor Color: Reddish Orange
- Origin: Hsinchu, Taiwan
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Elevation: 1,150-1,640 feet
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Ingredients: Camellia Sinensis
- Leaf Maturity: Baby
- Rub: Light
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Oxidation: Heavy
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Twist: Light
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Shape: Ribbon
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Weight: 1.76 oz (50g)
Small Pot Brewing Style (1.5 cup/350 ml or smaller)
- Water Temperature: 185 degrees F
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Tea Leaf Ratio: 1/2 tea pot full
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Multi-Brew Time:
- 1st Brew: 15 sec
- 2nd Brew: 30 sec
- 3rd Brew: 30 sec
- 4th Brew: 1 min 30 sec
- 5th Brew: 3 min
