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Formosa Oolong Tea

Across the straits from Fujian Province, Taiwan (or Formosa, the "Beautiful Island") is known for light oxidation and high elevation tea gardens, resulting in a green and floral character with a creamy mouthfeel and lingering finish.

  • Jin Xuan (Milk Oolong)
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    漢字 金萱烏龍春茶

    origin Alishan, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang

    flavor notes butter, sweet, vegetal

    漢字 金萱烏龍春茶

    origin Alishan, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang

    flavor notes butter, sweet, vegetal

    Jin Xuan, meaning "Golden Lily" in Chinese, is a relatively new Formosa cultivar developed by Taiwan's Tea Research and Extension Station in the early 1980s. This cultivar is the end result of nearly four decades of cross-breeding several Formosa varieties to yield a tea with a naturally milky taste, distinct in character from the traditional cultivars of our...


  • Tung Ting, Mi Xiang
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    漢字 蜜香凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang, mi xiang

    flavor notes honey, fruity, smooth

    漢字 蜜香凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang, mi xiang

    flavor notes honey, fruity, smooth

    A descendent of oolong varieties taken from Jian'ou in China's Fujian Province, Tung Ting was brought to the eponymous central Taiwan mountain in the mid-1800s. Its name means "frozen summit", in reference to what was, at the time, one of the highest elevation tea gardens in Taiwan. Today, tea is...


  • Osmanthus Oolong
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    漢字 桂花烏龍

    origin Taiwan & China

    craft blended

    flavor notes floral, tropical, bright

    漢字 桂花烏龍

    origin Taiwan & China

    craft blended

    flavor notes floral, tropical, bright

    Osmanthus Oolong is to Taiwan as jasmine green tea is to China: a beloved classic with an equally captivating combination of floral aroma and rich tea taste. However, while jasmine is delicate and ethereal, tropical osmanthus flowers offer a decidedly juicier taste, with an irresistibly fruity and honey-like profile. Osmanthus flowers are...


  • Tung Ting Ginseng
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    漢字 凍頂人參

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft blended

    flavor notes floral, vegetal, herbaceous

    漢字 凍頂人參

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft blended

    flavor notes floral, vegetal, herbaceous

    We make our own tea blends only if we feel the combination does not detract from the tea's natural character. Ginseng root pairs especially well with our winter harvested Tung Ting. A descendent of oolong varieties taken from Jian'ou in China's Fujian Province, Tung Ting was brought to the eponymous...


  • Tung Ting, Dark Roast
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    漢字 炭焙凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang, roasted

    flavor notes toffee, brown sugar, cream

    漢字 炭焙凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang, roasted

    flavor notes toffee, brown sugar, cream

    Each year, a portion of our winter harvest Tung Ting is set aside to be roasted to a greater degree than most Formosa oolongs. The process darkens the tea to create a rich and sweet tea that is smooth and fragrant. The sweetness of our winter crop Tung Ting from...


  • Tung Ting
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    Tung Ting

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    漢字 凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang

    flavor notes floral, vegetal, bright

    漢字 凍頂烏龍

    origin Nantou County, Taiwan

    craft qing xiang

    flavor notes floral, vegetal, bright

    A descendent of oolong varieties taken from Jian'ou in China's Fujian Province, Tung Ting was brought to the eponymous central Taiwan mountain in the mid-1800s. Its name means "frozen summit", in reference to what was, at the time, one of the highest elevation tea gardens in Taiwan. Today, tea is...


  • Cold Brew Green Oolong
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    Cold Brew Green Oolong is crisp, floral, and wonderfully refreshing. Cultivated in the mountains of Taiwan, this oolong tea is harvested in the spring lightly oxidized, preserving the naturally bright flavor of the leaves. Each pack includes 10 cold brew sachets (10g/ea.) of Green Oolong, enough to brew 20 quarts of iced tea. The "Sample (1 Serving)" size includes a single, pre-packed 10g sachet, enough to make a single two-liter pitcher of cold brew tea. *Glass Infuser Cup not included.

  • Cold Brew Osmanthus Oolong
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    Cold Brew Osmanthus Oolong is fruity, tropical, and wonderfully refreshing. Blended from high elevation Taiwanese oolong tea leaves and whole osmanthus flowers, this delicious cold brew is one of our favorite ways to beat the heat. Plus, with its naturally uplifting flavor, there's no need for artificial flavorings or sweeteners, making it a healthy replacement for sodas and sugary beverages — that's a win-win in our books! Each pack includes 10 cold brew sachets (10g/ea.) of Cold...

  • RBT Jade Formosa Tea Bags
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    This silver gift box contains 20 individually sealed tea bags. This classic oolong tea is grown in the mountains of Taiwan, where foggy afternoons limit sun exposure and encourage the development of complex flavor notes. The naturally creamy finish of this tea is enhanced with light oxidation and minimal roasting to bring a naturally floral flavor to the foreground.

  • Lishan Matcha Collection
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    The Lishan Matcha Collection has everything you need to enjoy our high elevation Lishan Matcha in a modern and convenient way. Included in the iconic silver gift box, you'll find our 9.5oz Double Walled Glass Thermos, a 50g canister of our custom Lishan Matcha, and a single-serving sample of the original Lishan Spring tea (un-ground) to compare. An informational card lists the contents and tasting notes, and links to an educational video all about this unique tea style. To brew,...

  • Formosa Tea Bag Collection
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    This gift box contains two boxes of RBT Tea Bags, each containing 20 individual servings of single-origin Taiwanese tea. The collection includes: Jade Formosa - a lightly oxidized oolong tea grown at elevation for creamy flavor and natural floral notes. Formosa Assam - classic black tea flavor from Indian Assam plants, with natural notes of citrus and honey thanks to temperate terroir.

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