Another great rock oolong from the cliffs of Wu Yi Shan!  This Fo Shou, or Buddhas Hand, varietal has especially large leaves that accentuate the earthy, minerality of Wu Yi Shan’s natural terrior.  Slightly less oxidized and less sweet than its rock tea cousin, Da Hong Pao, this Fo Shou is nicely balanced between a medium roast, lighter than expected oxidation, stone fruit aromas, and natural mineral finish.  A great tea to accompany classic literature.

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A bold and flavorful roasted oolong tea from Anxi in Fujian, China.  Tightly rolled leaves with a heavy level of roast and oxidation make for a powerful oolong tea.  This tea brews with a strong roasted aroma and complex, sweet flavor.  Deep molasses, honey,and spice flavor with a hint of floral perfume.  A great tea for starting a long day.

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Fo Shou Oolong, or Buddha’s Hand, is a unique large leaf oolong tea varietal.  The unusually large, thick leaves are withered and rolled until a perfect medium-level of oxidation is attained.  Then the leaves are dried and given a light roast to help bring out natural aromas.  The aroma is light an earthy with hints of fresh peach.  The flavor is smooth and well rounded with a mineral character and a slight herbal aftertaste.  A great tea for drinking near a rocky ledge.

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This is a wonderful, rolled shui xian oolong tea from Northern Taiwan.  Originating from the Wuyi mountains of China, Shui Xian, literally narcissus or water nymph, is a popular Chinese oolong varietal.  This version, grown in the northern Taiwan town of Pinglin, is rolled in the Taiwanese style instead of left long and twisted like the Chinese version.  The tea brews a rich mahagony color with light sweet and roasted aromas.  Earthy flavors of slate and charcoal mix with sweet flavors of brown sugar and apricot before giving way to a clean finish that begs for more.

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A classic Taiwanese high mountain oolong tea from the famous Pear Mountain (Li Shan) region of central Taiwan.  Grown at around 2000 meters beside Tianchi Lake, these tightly rolled, vibrant, jade green leaves brew a thick and rich liquor with sweet, high mountain creaminess.  Strong floral aromas and pungent, sweet vegetable flavors give way to long lasting Hui Gan (classic Chinese term for the lasting after taste in the back of the throat accompanied by a pleasant cooling sensation).  Best brewed gong fu, this tea is suited for infusion after infusion for wave after wave of high mountain goodness.  A great tea for drinking on a mountain peak.

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Possibly the most famous and prized oolong tea in history, Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) is quite literally the stuff of legend.  Grown in the protected Wuyi Shan area of Fujian in south east China, the genetics for this strip style oolong variety can reportedly be traced back to the original six bushes still on display growing on the steep slopes of the Wuyi Shan tourist park.  Our classic Da Hong Pao is rich and smooth with subtle, ripe stone fruit flavors and robust yet balanced roastiness.  Subtle hints of apricot, rose, and roasted peach dance around a solid, earthy backbone and characteristicly mineral aftertaste.  A great tea for sipping while reimagining your favorite fairy tale.

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A medium roast Tie Guan Yin from the traditional oolong town of Pinglin in northern Taiwan.  Tightly rolled and expertly roasted, this Tie Guan Yin is complex and satisfying.  Roasted chestnuts, sweet floral nectar, and damp earth make up the mosaic of aromas that give way to a smooth flavor and lingering, slightly herbal finish.  A tea that keeps you coming back for more!

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Shan Lin Xi is the closest high mountain tea growing area to Taiwan’s tea culture capital, Lugu.  This high altitude oolong tea is a great example of fine Taiwanese tea making.  Beautiful, emerald green, tightly rolled leaves give off an unmistakable high mountain aroma.  This tea will give many delicious infusions with delicate floral aromas and sweet flavors.  Notes of pine and fresh fruit with a smooth and slightly herbal aftertaste.  A great tea for lovers of Tawan oolongs!

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