Oriental Beauty Oolong
Origin: Hsinchu, Taiwan
Altitude: 300–800 meters
Oxidation: 70-80%
Cultivar: Qing Xin Da Mao (青心大冇)
Harvest: Summer 2025
The story of Oriental Beauty is a true legend of discovery and transformation. Crafted from young tea buds that have been naturally bitten by a small insect known as the tea leaf hopper (Jacobiasca formosana), this semi-oxidized oolong showcases the wisdom of Taiwanese tea masters. The meticulous process involves heavy withering and multiple tumbling steps, a technique that causes the edges of each leaf to turn a striking reddish-brown. The final touch is a gentle, low-temperature roasting, which locks in the unique dried fruit aroma.
A popular tale suggests that this elegant tea earned its English name after it was presented to Queen Victoria. Legend has it she was so captivated by its beautiful appearance and rich flavor that she named it "Oriental Beauty." Its complex character has also earned it the nickname, "Champagne Oolong," a testament to its sparkling, wine-like clarity and refined taste.
Brewing Yield
- Each 50g package, brewed with 3g of tea leaves, offers up to 16 separate brewing sessions.
- Each serving can be re-steeped 2–3 times, allowing you to explore the tea’s evolving layers of flavor, for a total of 32–48 cups.
Flavor Note
- Aroma: A rich and enticing bouquet of honeyed sweetness and ripe fruit, complemented by delicate floral notes of bamboo blossom.
- Taste: The liquor is a beautiful amber-red, clear and bright. Its texture is elegant and smooth on the palate, with a harmonious blend of honey, ripe peach, and subtle berry flavors.
- Finish: A crisp, clean finish that is both refreshing and invigorating. The refined sweetness of honey and fruit lingers on the palate, leaving an exceptionally long and satisfying aftertaste.
**Each product is packaged in Taiwan in a 50g vacuum-sealed aluminum foil pack.
**Shipped within three weeks.