Oolong Tea

These days, it is becoming more difficult to find traditional-style Ti Kwan Yin. While the trend in semi-ball oolong is for lighter oxidation and ligher baking, we believe that the classic character of Ti Kwan Yin oolong should represent the complex and artisinal skill required to achieve the desired character - ripened stone-fruit flavor, complex floral aroma, and sweet nutty finish. To achieve this character, Ti Kwan Yin must be slowly and expertly processed over the course of two to three days. While it might be faster and easier to achieve a greener version of Ti Kwan Yin, we always prefer this tea to represent the classic leaf and cup character that its reputation was established upon. While our standard is not the highest possible grade available, it does represent the style that we prefer, and the tea which we want to preserve for future generations to enjoy.

Through our efforts to bring new and interesting teas to our customers, we recently came across a very nice semi-ball oolong from Fujian Province in Southeast China. This tea has many similarities to our higher grade Ti Kuan Yin, though is a bit more straightforward. Fujian Jade Oolong works very well as a base for blended or flavored teas, as well as an everyday self-drinker. We are very pleased with the quality and value of this tea, and look forward to building up a long-term following for one of our new standards.