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It's All About Tea — oolong

Milk Oolong, No Cows Involved

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Don’t worry. We assure you there were no cows employed for the production of this rich Taiwanese specialty. Although its true, after first smelling the rich, buttery scent of Jin Xuan Oolong it will be difficult not to fall in love with it. Smelling a quality Milk Oolong is reminiscent of the happiness one gets from smelling freshly baked cookies... (Read more)

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The Story Behind the Honey-Sweet Duck Shit Aroma Oolong

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High up in the Phoenix Mountains of China’s southeastern Guangdong province is where one might find Duck Shit Aroma Oolong. Year-round, these mountains are surrounded by fog and rain, creating perfect moist conditions for the soil to promote this special tea’s growth.

The mountain continuously attracts many tourists traveling not only for the scenic views but also in search of this intriguing oolong. (Read more)

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The Six Main Types of Tea

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There are 6 main types of tea: White, Green, Yellow, Oolong, Black (Red) and Pu-erh.

All six derive from the same plant. What accounts for their many differences are the length of time it takes for the tea leaves to become oxidized and the processing style, which can include such methods as roasting, steaming, pan-firing and aging. (Read more)

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How Elevation Affects Tea Quality

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For hundreds of years, tea drinkers have prized leaves cultivated at high elevations. In almost every category, elevation can mark the distinction between a good tea and an exceptional one.

The elevation at which a tea plant is growing influences almost every aspect of its development process; from aroma and flavor to nutritional value. (Read more)

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