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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An exquisite Bai Mu Dan white tea from Northern Taiwan.  Bai Mu Dan, or White Peony, is traditionally a white tea from Fujian, China comprised of both buds and leaves.  Although white tea is somewhat rare in Taiwan, this tea is exceptional.  Minimally processed, this beautifully fluffy tea has large, unadulterated leaves and delicate, downy buds. The tea brews a pale beige and gives off sweet aromas of flowers and mushrooms.  The flavor is smooth with hints of vanilla, fresh cut flowers, and sugar cane that coat your tongue and give way to a lasting herbal finish with zero bitterness or astringency.  A great tea to sip when trying to settle the mind and calm the body.

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“Profound Mystery” is a high quality yet approachable ceremonial grade matcha green tea from Uji, Japan.  A great tea for usucha, or thin tea, this matcha is perfect for everyday drinking or sharing with an honored guest.   This matcha whisks up a vivid, frothy green with a fresh grassy flavor with subtle notes of toasted almonds and a bright, slightly tart finish.  A perfect tea to share while pondering the deep mysteries of the universe.

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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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A deeply satisfying spring green tea form Kagoshima.  Delicate, deep green leaves from the Saemidori varietal give this tea an intensely deep green flavor.  The tea brews thick with a shimmery blue/green color.  Wet, mossy forest aromas with hints of umami seaweed give way to a semi-sweet, gyokuro-like, after taste.  A rich green tea to drink while contemplating the bounties of nature.

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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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This high grown Chinese black tea from Yunnan’s Lincang region is an excellent everyday drinking black tea.  Grown in the village of Mengku in the shadows of Big Snow Mountain (Da Xue Shan), this wirey black tea has an equal amount of golden buds and dark black leaves.  The balanced one bud to one leaf picking gives this tea strength and subtlety.  Earthy and bold, this tea brews dark, yet clean with bitter chocolate flavors, malty sweetness, and a dry finish.  Great for an early morning breakfast.

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