Alishan Baozhong

$26.00

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漢字阿里山包種烏龍春茶	origin Alishan, Taiwan	craft qing xiang, twisted	flavor notes vegetal, crisp, kettle corn
漢字阿里山包種烏龍春茶	origin Alishan, Taiwan
craft qing xiang, twisted	flavor notes vegetal, crisp, kettle corn

A unique fusion of terroir and craftsmanship, this tea combines the traditional crafting style of Wenshan Baozhong with the high-elevation growing environment of Alishan. This minimal processing (~5% oxidation + ultralight convection baking) allows the leaves to speak for themselves, resulting in a tea that perfectly distills the influence and taste of this region.

The crafting method of this tea originates in Northern Taiwan and hearkens to an earlier time in tea making, pre-dating the rolled oolongs for which Taiwan is known. Referred to as baozhong or “pouchong” (“bundled variety”) in Chinese, these teas are twisted rather than rolled and represent the lightest of Taiwan’s oolongs. Typically oxidized in the range of 5%-10% and only lightly roasted, baozhongs are crisp and floral, preserving the fresh, lush nature of the raw leaves.

Our Alishan Baozhong was harvested in the third week of April, 2020, at an elevation of 1400m (close to 5000 feet.). This high elevation spring harvest produces a mellow texture and crisp brew with notes of cane sugar, gardenia, and cream.


1g	per	1oz	at	185°F	for	2m

This is our go-to brewing method for Formosa oolongs, since it balances each element of this style’s character. For an even sweeter and richer taste, decrease you water temperature while extending brew time; for a brighter and more vegetal taste, increase your water temperature while slightly decreasing brew time.

Learn the fundamentals of tea brewing and master your technique here.

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