Oolong (or Wu-long) teas are the semi-fermented speciality of Formosa (Taiwan), though Fujian Province in China and many areas of Japan also produce excellent Oolongs. We even have one from Darjeeling in India.
These teas are half-way between green and black with a distinct but subtle flavour. Many tea connoisseurs say that Oolong is their favourite type. We are excited to offer within our range a Formosa Oolong Orange Blossom tea - delicious and probably worth a try.
This lovely Vietnam Oolong is made from the unbroken whole leaf, twisted into a bright green irregular nugget that unfurls during brewing. It is a very light Oolong, with a robust, nourishing sweetness and distinct grassy aroma. Oolong tea is reputed to be an excellent aid to weight loss.
A lovely Oolong tea from Gopaldhara in the Darjeeling region of India. This semi-fermented tea has a distinctive rusty brown colour and a distinctive, delicious, round flavour. It is particularly good for drinking with a little milk in the afternoon.
An excellent Oolong from Taiwan with a rich chestnut character. Beautifully twisted speciality leaf with tip. Finest July quality with a light peach blossom taste.
The thick, rich, pungent, citrus aroma of Formosa Orange Blossom Oolong hits you the second you open the packet. The flavour and scent go beyond orange - the delicious, sweet taste feels like being in a Mediterranean orangery. A remarkable tea that is equally perfect in summer and at Christmas.
Pouchong tea is a type of Oolong, but closer to Green tea. This one, from Taiwan (formerly Formosa) is delicate, slightly grassy, with a floral character and hints of burnt toast. Lovely (and very healthy)!
The most famous Oolong in China. With striking green rolled leaves, it produces a tea that is a pale yellow hue, and has a mild, biscuity taste with a fully developed sweet aroma. This tea, called the Iron Goddess of Mercy, is named for the goddess who originally gave the tea to a poor but pious farmer.
An astonishingly good Oolong, grown at altitude on the island of Taiwan (formerly Formosa). Smooth, peachy character with plenty of silver tip. Wonderful.
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