Formosa Superior Oolong
Oolongs pride themselves in their subtlety, remarkable taste and refreshing effect. Formosa Superior certainly lives up to its reputation. With its origins in traditional Chinese gardens, this light tea is an ideal companion, whether sipping it throughout the day or savoring it during quiet moments. Its flavor orchestrates a delightful symphony of floral and fruity undertones, while its aroma captivates with the tender sweetness of ripe peaches. Treat yourself to this luxury!
Shipping methods
| Nizozemská pošta HD - zásilkovna | Delivered by 28. 8. | 1,00 € |
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 DHL |
Delivered by 28. 8. | 4,90 € |
Ingredients
100 % OolongBrew & Taste
Formosa Oolong Superior has a golden color and a very distinctive and pleasant aroma of ripe peaches. The fruit is fully present in its taste, complemented by notes of exotic flowers, not obtrusive yet distinct. This tea is best enjoyed in its pure form, without any flavorings. It is excellent as an iced tea as well.
Origins
The Chinese province of Fujian is well-known to all tea lovers. A mountainous region with extensive forested areas, which lies on the country's southeastern coast, bordered by the equally famous Zhejiang and Jiangxi provinces to the north and west and Guangdong to the south. From the east, it is bathed by the waters of the South China Sea.
Tea has played a major role in Fujian for more than 5,000 years. The region mainly produces plantation green tea, but also makes great black tea, amazing white tea, and exquisite oolongs. Its climate, altitude, and mineral-rich soil provide the Chinese tea bushes (Camellia sinensis) with everything they need to grow well.
Oolongs are described in China as yellow-green or semi-green teas because they are something between green and black tea. The first mentions date back to the mid-18th century, the Qing Dynasty. The word oolong means black dragon. Just as the specific taste of oolongs is unique, so is their production. Once the workers pluck the leaves from the bushes, they let them wilt briefly in direct sunlight. They then place them in their wrappers and gently shake them to break their texture.
This is followed by ''resting'' and a new shaking. This process, known as green shaking, must be repeated several times until the fermentation is at the exact level we want to achieve. Oolongs are classified based on this percentage: fermented below 20%, above 20%, around 40%, and 50-70%. In the end, the leaves need to be heated rapidly to complete the fermentation, then cooled, rolled, and dried.
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Tea packaging preview
We pack our teas in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. This container protects the quality of the tea against humidity, light or foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew.
Preparation
80-90 °C
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5 minutes
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1 teaspoon for 150-200 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 150-200ml of boiled water (80-90°C) per 1 teaspoon of tea.
When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
Covered, let steep for 5 minutes, then remove the strainer.
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