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It's All About Tea — taiwanese tea

Wenshan Baozhong – Taiwan's Treasured Oolong Tea Legacy

Posted by Misha Gulko on

Taiwan's reputation in the world of tea is undeniable. With its fertile soils, favorable climates, and generations of skilled farmers, the island has birthed some of the most sought-after teas globally. If you've ever steeped a pot and admired the harmonious dance of flavors and aromas unique to Taiwanese teas, you've likely come across the name Wenshan Baozhong. A prime exemplar of Taiwan's rich tea heritage, Baozhong tea, particularly from the Wen Shan region, stands out distinctly. (Read more)

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"Champagne of Teas" - the Charm of Oolong Tea Taste

Posted by Boyka Mihaylova on

Today we'll talk about a firm favorite among China's 6 tea types - Oolong tea. This remarkable tea is also known under a couple of other nicknames. Some of them include "the perfume of teas" and "the champagne of teas" - all for a good reason! Indeed, Oolong - or Wu Long - is among the most aromatic teas out there. Let's discover the secret behind its charming aroma!

Oolong is a semi-oxidized tea. It stands between non-oxidized green tea and fully oxidized red tea (Hong Cha). It is the last among China's six tea types, created as late as the Qing dynasty. Its name translates as "black dragon" (Wu Long, 乌龙) and is tied to a number of legends on its origins. Oolong originates in China's Fujian province. From there, it quickly spread out to the neighborhoods of Guangdong and Taiwan, shaping the unique Gong Fu Cha tea culture. (Read more)

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An Asian Tea Chronology — The Exuberant History of Tea in Asia

Posted by Angelina Kurganska on

Surely most of us know that tea originated in China. Throughout centuries, the mighty tea leaf spread across continents and established itself as the most popular beverage in the world. The world's tea history is indeed vibrant. Such that we cannot simply cover in one article. However, here we will address the most important dates of Asian tea. Specifically, in the history of tea in China, Japan, and Taiwan. (Read more)

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A Guide To Aged Oolong Tea And How To Age It

Posted by Angelina Kurganska on

In the Western market, tea connoisseurs know the price of an adequately-aged pu-erh cake or white tea. However, when hearing about aged oolong, many might become perplexed. Taiwan has had the tradition of aging oolong for practically as long as oolong production itself has existed. But it never quite took off in the West the way that aged pu-erh did, perhaps because the production of aged oolongs remains pretty scarce and reserved for true enthusiasts of this tea type. So what is so special about aged oolong? (Read more)

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What Is Bug Bitten Oolong? (Oriental Beauty Oolong And More)

Posted by Angelina Kurganska on

Bug Bitten Oolong originated in Taiwan in the early 20th century. Once, there was a tremendous amount of leafhoppers feasting on one farmer’s tea bushes. Instead of forsaking the whole harvest, he decided to proceed with processing these tea leaves. Thus, the first Oriental Beauty Oolong came into existence — the forerunner of bug-bitten tea. (Read more)

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