In the tranquil highlands of Heping village, Master Lao Cha and his disciple sat overlooking the mist-covered tea gardens of Li Shan. Lao Cha brewed a tea, and the aroma of orchid flowers wafted through the air.
– "Master, it's like drinking a cloud!" – the disciple exclaimed, a little more loudly than he intended.
Lao Cha chuckled, "Indeed, my young friend. But not just any cloud – this is a cloud kissed by the warmth of fresh milk and sweetness of cookies, a gift from the high heavens of Heping."
The disciple, puzzled, pondered over the master's poetic comparison. – "But how does it achieve such a taste?", – he asked, genuinely curious.
Lao Cha leaned closer, whispering as if sharing an ancient secret, – "It's the magic of the high mountains, where clouds and mist court the tea leaves, slowing their growth while whispering secrets of flavor and aroma into their very essence."
– "So, in a way, we're tasting the mountains themselves?", – the disciple mused, finally understanding.
– "Yes," – Lao Cha nodded, – "and every sip reminds us to appreciate the slow, nurturing power of nature – and the occasional cookie."
"Pear Mountain" Li Shan Oolong Tea (梨山乌龙) comes from Heping village, nestled in the high mountains of Taiwan. This tea is growing at an impressive 2000 meters above sea level. It benefits from the cooler temperatures and misty conditions typical of high-altitude regions, which contribute to its unique flavor profile.
Li Shan Oolong Tea undergoes a very light oxidation and a gentle roast, preserving its delicate floral notes and sweetness. The aroma of this tea sends us to a serene, floral garden full of orchids.
The taste of this Li Shan Oolong offers a delightful sweetness with comforting notes of warm milk and oatmeal cookies, creating a cozy and inviting experience. You will feel the signature creamy touch of the Qing Xin cultivar. Its refreshing, creamy, and coating mouthfeel makes each sip a luxurious indulgence.
The high mountain environment in which this tea is grown creates a bouquet of tastes and aromas. The altitude contributes to the tea's richness and complexity, adding layers of flavor that are hard to find elsewhere.
Heping Village, located in the renowned Li Shan area of Taichung County, is celebrated for its exceptional tea-growing conditions. With an altitude exceeding 2000 meters, it's one of the highest tea-producing regions in Taiwan. The village benefits from a unique microclimate characterized by cool temperatures, abundant cloud cover, and mist that envelops the tea gardens, especially in the mornings and evenings. This natural environment plays a crucial role in slowing the growth of the tea plants, allowing the leaves to develop a greater concentration of flavors and aromatic compounds. The rich, well-drained soil of Heping village, combined with the purity of the air and the expertise of its tea farmers, contributes to the production of teas of exceptional quality. These environmental factors, combined with careful cultivation and processing techniques, make the teas from Heping Village truly exceptional.
- Place of Origin: Heping village, Li Shan, Taichung County, Taiwan
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Altitude: 2000m
- Harvest Date: May 2025
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Roast: Light
- Oxidation: Light
- Aroma: Orchid flower
- Taste: Floral and sweet, with fruity notes and hints of warm milk and oatmeal cookies. Creamy and coating mouthfeel.
- Cultivar: Qing Xin (aka Ruan Zhi, TRES #17)
Brewing guidelines:
200℉ / 95℃
1g per 70-100ml 
3-4min
1g per 20ml 5sec + 5sec for each subsequent infusion