High Mountain Oolong Teas

Around the globe, Taiwan is well known for the production of highly-specialized teas with distinct denotive differences in the locations where tea is grown in this country. Teas grown above 1,000 meters are known as Gao Shan Cha, translating as High Mountain Tea.

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Phoenix Dancong Ao Fu Hou

Garden Direct Oolong Tea
Yellow Gardenia | Jasmine | Mineral Spring
$75.00
$75.00
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Phoenix Dancong Lan Hua Xiang

Garden Direct Oolong Tea
Fruity | Orchid | Jasmine
$42.00
$42.00
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Li Shan Gao Shan Cha

Garden Direct Oolong Tea
Green Apple | Noble Orchid | Umami
$52.00
$52.00
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Shan Lin Xi Gao Shan Cha

Garden Direct Oolong Tea
Vibrant & Fresh | Green Mango | Lily 
$48.00
$48.00

What is

Garden Direct?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

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What Rishi Tea Drinkers
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"This is by far the best Earl Grey tea I have had. I drink a lot of tea and only drink Rishi Earl Grey. You will love the flavor. "

—Marshall

Earl Grey Supreme

Rich | Citrusy | Floral

"I don't believe there is a better green tea you can get in a bag. The evidence is in the bright, even, grassy green color this tea makes."

—JD

Matcha Super Green

Sweet | Smooth | Umami

"I love this tea - the richness of it is amazing, and it relaxes me with the ginger and turmeric. Such a winner :)"

—Kayla

Turmeric Ginger

Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant

"This tea is absolutely amazing! I feel immediate uplifting effects after consuming. Rishi has the best quality tea that I have found on any shelf thus far."

—Tia

Blueberry Hibiscus

Vibrant | Tart | Luscious

"This is seriously the BEST chai concentrate out there. It's incredible and has such a great spice. I'll never go back to another brand."

—Courtney

Masala Chai Concentrate

Spicy | Rich | Fragrant

"This is my first tasting of oolong tea and I'm in love! It's flavor is delicate yet robust and floral. Absolutely delicious, my new favorite tea."

—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth

"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

Exceptional Taiwan Oolong Teas

Grown and produced over a thousand meters above sea level, these exquisite High Mountain teas are sure to impress. Known for their florality, sweetness and delicate body, oolongs are a unique and highly sought tea varietal that is perfect for ceremonies, celebrations and solitary enjoyment alike. Browse our exquisite offerings and treat yourself to a rare brew. 

How to Brew High Mountain Oolong Tea

These Taiwanese Oolong teas are well known for their delicate, nuanced and lightly sweet body, and are best suited to multiple brews as with classic gongfu tea tradition. We suggest preparing 1 tablespoon of tea with 5 ounces of very hot water and brewing for around a minute on the first steep, and 30 seconds on further steeps. When prepared in this way, you will be able to fully experience the wide array of aromas and flavors these unique teas have to offer.

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Tools for Tea

Taiwanese Oolong Teas are perfect for entertaining, celebrating or relaxing on one’s own. But what if you don’t have the right tools? Rishi Tea & Botanicals offer affordable and high-quality teawares to help you prepare exquisite, aromatic teas no matter your experience level! Whether it’s high quality and nuanced Oolongs or a straightforward green tea, our tea accessories will help you prepare your ideal tea experience.