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Jade Oolong #18

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Description

Oolong tea from Taiwan. Formosa, meaning 'beautiful' was what the Dutch explorers called this island. The oolong teas grown here continue to be called as such. Unlike its dark brethren, this is a Jade Oolong tea, almost green in appearance with large, hand-rolled leaves. Once infused, these unfurl to release this tea's delicate notes, exquisite flavor and enchanting fragrance. Our 'Oolong Symphony no. 18' tea is sure to become your favorite. We urge you to give it a try.

Story

Formosa, meaning "beautiful island" is what the Dutch traders called Taiwan. The teas grown here, mainly north of Taipei, continue to be called as such. Taiwan's unique soil and climate contrive to produce a perfect oolong. Its growing and manufacturing processes had often been copied, but a tea of equal splendor is not produced anywhere else in the world; Taiwan's oolongs are among the finest in the world.

Customer Reviews

 | Negative: 7
 | Neutral: 17
Positive: 147
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Jenny C.
Sep 1st '10

"I love this oolong tea, its very mild and pairs well with a little bit of jasmine green tea. A perfect drink to end a heavy meal!"
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Katherine C.
Aug 31st '10

"A really wonderful oolong, one that I can drink a whole pot of myself"
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Jennifer B.
Aug 22nd '10

"This is a very bright and mild oolong, with many green notes. While I prefer Oolong #40 and Ooooh Darjeeling, I'm trying to transition into green teas, and this oolong will make an excellent bridge. Excellent for cold-brewing, very tasty."
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Daniel C.
Aug 14th '10

"This tea made me fall in love with Oolong. I love the aroma and the sweetness of this tea."
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Alison V.
Jul 30th '10

"Oolong #18 has a pleasing appearance and sweet smell. I find that it does better steeped at a slightly higher temperature than suggested on the label and with a little more leaf. I sometimes get a good second steep depending on the length and temperature of the first steep. When I get it right, the tea has a deliciously complex series of flavors and nuances. When I don't, it lacks that complexity and is too light for my liking. "
[ 4 mins @ 200°F ]
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Jane C.
Jun 21st '10

"I would say this is my favorite green tea--I like to mix it with some genmai cha and a pinch of jasmine #5"

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