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Oolong #18

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Description

Oolong tea from Taiwan. Formosa, meaning 'beautiful' was what the Dutch explorers called this island. The oolong teas grown here continue to be called as such. Unlike its dark brethren, this is a Jade Oolong tea, almost green in appearance with large, hand-rolled leaves. Once infused, these unfurl to release this tea's delicate notes, exquisite flavor and enchanting fragrance. Our 'Oolong Symphony no. 18' tea is sure to become your favorite. We urge you to give it a try.

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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"My partner hated this and I found it acceptable. I think I needed to brew it a bit longer for one. It's a bit, hmmm, almost oceany if you don't brew it long enough. It gets better with a longer steep. I would choose oolong 40 but this is not bad."
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Jason B.
Feb 3rd '10

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"Liked my sample more than my bulk. A bit bland compared to other oolong's I've acquired but definitely tasty and a good quantity tea. "
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Glenda B.
Jan 18th '10

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"The best thing I ever tried. I find myself proselytizing this tea and have made several converts. I want there to never be a day when I fail to drink a cup of this tea. I must stockpile so that I never run out. A very small teaspoon makes a great cup and even a second steeping if you get back to it relatively soon. "
[ 5 mins @ 212°F ]
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Rachel G.
Jan 10th '10

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"Oolong tea is my favorite and this one is also really good. It is sweeter than the others I have tried."
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Jordan M.
Dec 23rd '09

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"Not the best, but similar to a Jade Oolong. A natural sweetness that's very enjoyable."
[ 1 mins @ 180°F ]
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Zachariah P.
Dec 3rd '09

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"Similar to the ali shan. Great tea with a bold flavor."

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