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Oolong #18

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Description

Oolong tea from Taiwan. Formosa, meaning 'beautiful' was what the Portuguese 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; Taiwan's oolongs are among the finest in the world.

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Matt F.
Feb 23rd '10

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"Oolong 18 reminds me that life is good. If I could, I would buy pounds and pounds of oolong 18 and just roll around in it. Then I would tea-bag myself in 180 degree water for 5 minutes. "
9 votes
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James B.
Feb 22nd '10

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"My favorite oolong, with a slight malt taste, and raw sugar sweetness and a floral finish. Brews to a medium amber."
[ 5 mins @ 185°F ]
3 votes
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Allyson A.
Jun 2nd '09

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"Phenomenal! Subtly floral (almost like gardenia?), and incredibly smooth. What a great surprise - now this tea is one of my favorites!"
3 votes
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Morgan R.
Apr 27th '09

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"This tea is going to give subtle fruity and light vegetal flavors. The best part is that I've infused the same leaves 6 times and each steep brings the different complex flavors out"
1 vote
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Jean-louis G.
Apr 4th '09

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"This is by far my favorite oolong tea. The taste reminds me of ali shan but with a smooter after taste. "
1 vote
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Kat L.
Mar 9th '09

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"Love it!! One of my fave oolongs...really got me interested in oolongs more."
1 vote

Learn about our oolong #18 farmer

Xu Zheng Ren

Nantou County, Taiwan

We know how important it is to our customer to know where their tea is sourced from. Our Roots Campaign is a chance for our customers to meet the farmers who produce these teas and gain insight on the process of growing and making the tea they love.

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