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Oolong #40

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Description

Oolong tea from Taiwan. Formosa, meaning 'beautiful' was what the Portuguese explorers called this island. The oolong tea grown here continues to be called as such. The intense pungency and exquisite bouquet of Formosa Oolong tea is regarded to be the finest in the world. However, only the finest of Formosa teas warrant the label of 'fancy' grade. This is such tea. Our 'Oolong Symphony no. 40' has dark, silver-tipped leaves and produces a mesmerizing cup of delicate peachy notes and warm, soothing flavor. Well deserving its nickname as the true champagne of teas.

Story

Formosa, meaning "beautiful island" is what the Dutch traders called Taiwan. The teas grown here, mainly north of Taipei, continue to be called as such. Taiwan's unique soil and climate contrive to produce a perfect oolong. Its growing and manufacturing processes had often been copied, but a tea of equal splendor is not produced anywhere else in the world. Interestingly enough, its black and green teas are not equally great. But Taiwan oolongs are the finest in the world.

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Marnie M.
Feb 4th '10

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"Wow, what a delicious treat. I think it's well worth the extra price. This and Jasmine 12 are my "special treat" teas saved for those times when I think I've earned a little treat. "
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Bobby M.
Jan 31st '10

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"This is one of the smoothest teas I've ever tried by far, but with enough complexity and depth to keep it interesting. TRY IT."
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Michael S.
Jan 27th '10

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"I was really disappointed with this tea. The reviews all say it's good, yet I found it almost completely flavorless. It has less flavor than some of the very delicate green teas I've had, and none of the complexity."
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Genta N.
Jan 26th '10

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"This tea is very good. The taste is just fantastic and it's great to drink anytime you want something light. I really like it!"
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Abigaile A.
Jan 13th '10

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"Expected something more like the ali shan oolong. Very mild flavor not too floral. More like a light black tea. For the price I would go with ali shan."
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Rachel G.
Jan 7th '10

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"This one is good. I don't think it is quite as flavorful as the wuyi ensemble but still good."

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