The literal translation of Oolong is Black Dragon Tea. An oolong tea falls somewhere in between a green Tea and black Tea. Fermenting the leaves under the strong sun, shaking the leaves which causes bruises, and different degrees of oxidation before tea leaves are curled or rolled then fired. Oolongs are a smooth, full bodied taste.
This classic Formosa Oolong comes from the Island of Formosa. Brown in color and oxidized to farthest degree of the oolongs. It requires repeated wilting and shaking to arrive at the perfect state. Dark rich, roasted liquor.
Depending upon tea leaf size, 1 oz of tea brews about 8-10 cups of tea.
Our Jade Oolong Green has only been oxidized by 20% leaving a very light, fragrant green brew. "Jade" or Fragrant Oolong is a name adopted for use in English to describe a type of greenish Taiwan oolong.
Depending upon tea leaf size, 1 oz of tea brews about 8-10 cups of tea.
