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Oolong Tea - Standard Loose Leaf
Oolong tea is partially-oxidized tea that is processed similarly to black tea. However, oolong tea leaves are withered and oxidized for a shorter time, which creates a sweeter, more delicate flavor than that presented by a black tea. To stop oxidation, the leaves are pan-fired, after which they undergo a process that includes a series of rolling and firing steps. Formosa White-Tip Oolong is generally regarded as the best oolong in the world. Several grades of Formosa Oolong are available, with flavors ranging from smooth and sweet to fruity and toasty. Wenshan Pouchong tea has a luscious aroma that is almost green tea-ish in nature, which makes it another popular oolong tea. For the past 30 years, Taiwan tea farmers and tea merchants have successfully developed the popular Jade Oolong based on Pouchong tea processing techniques, but more skillfully fired and rolled. A good example is Evergreen Oolong. |
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