A Li Shan Jin Xuan Oolong Tea 阿里山金萱烏龍茶, Competition, 3rd place

We are thrilled to be able to introduce a new Competition Tea to our growing roster of Competition Graded Teas; this one is from the famed high-mountain terroir of Alishan. Each year, around the end of May and early June, the Alishan Farmer’s Association holds its annual tea competition focusing on teas produced during the just ended Spring tea making season. Another competition is also held just after the winter season

AliShan is a mountainous region that has been gaining a lot of attention in Taiwan the last few decades as a land that consistently produces quality oolong. Finding the perfect spot to plant tea is an endeavor: the elevation, exposure to sunlight, yearly average weather patterns, the condition of the soil, and a dozen other intangible factors all affect the garden's potential to yield exceptional leaf.  Take a sip of this tea and we think you will agree that AliShan has that special quality.

AliShan JinXuan Oolong was popularized because of it's golden liquor, buttery mouthfeel, and overwhelming notes of sweet cream.  Good for endless infusions.  JinXuan is known for its creamy flavors but only proper brewing techniques will bring out those notes.  Lower temperatures produce cream notes; higher temperatures bring out more floral qualities.

Origin- Rei Fong Village, Jia Yi County 

Garden elevation- 1200-1250m

Harvest date- nov, 2024

Picking style- hand picked leaves

Cultivar- JinXuan

Producer- Mr. Chen