Shan Lin Xi Winter Harvest

Origin: Shan Lin Xi, Nantou County, Taiwan 
Cultivar: Qingxin 
Elevation: 1850m 
Harvest: October 24, 2022 

The mountainous regions of Central Taiwan produce some of the most exquisite oolong teas in the world. These teas are often called “Gao Shan Cha” (High Mountain Tea) because the tea gardens are situated in very high altitudes compared to all other oolong tea-growing regions.  

The mists in the high mountains shroud the tea bushes during the peak harvesting season, facilitating the gradual growth of new tea buds and concentrating the amino acids and aromatic compounds. 

One taste sensation found in superior Gao Shan Cha is what Taiwanese tea tasters refer to as Dan Bai Wei 蛋白味 — "egg white’s aroma,” referencing the richness of amino acids, glutamic palate sensations and the creamy mouthfeel. 

Foggy garden, high-grown oolong teas from Taiwan have this smooth umami and thickness of taste with special notes of tropical fruits and fragrant flowers. 


Add 7g to a Gaiwan or Gongfu Teapot (per 150ml).
Use 200°F water.
Don’t rinse this tea.
Infuse first brew for 45 seconds - 1 minute.
Infuse 2nd brew for 30 seconds.
 
Repeat several times at 45 seconds until the flavor and aroma of the tea dissipates. As the leaves expand and unfurl, the brewing time may decrease at the peak of the session while the final infusions can be several minutes.