As a national favorite, tea is an essential daily beverage for many people. But did you know that tea actually has a shelf life? How long tea lasts depends on its type, packaging, and storage methods. Unopened vacuum-packed Taiwanese oolong tea can easily last for 2 years without any issues. Read on to learn more
What is Lishan Tea? What are the different types of Lishan Tea? Most Lishan Tea is “ball-shaped lightly-fermented oolong,” commonly known as high-mountain oolong. Because the tea gardens are located at very high altitudes, it carries a distinctive high-mountain aroma. Below is an introduction to the types of Lishan Tea: What is Lishan Tea? Lishan
Lishan tea is known for its low bitterness and astringency, distinct high-mountain “red” notes (高山葒), and unique aroma, making it a favorite not only among Taiwanese tea lovers but also tea enthusiasts worldwide. However, not all Lishan tea possesses these qualities, and poor-quality Lishan teas do exist. Let me walk you through the characteristics of
Taiwan’s high mountain tea regions are distributed across Taichung City, Nantou County, Chiayi County, Taoyuan City, and Yunlin County, with Taichung City, Nantou County, and Chiayi County being the largest production areas. Lishan tea, Ren’ai Township tea, ShanLinXi tea, and Alishan tea are the four major high mountain tea regions in Taiwan. Four Major Taiwan
A tea enthusiast asked: I’m planning to visit the Zhuqi and Meishan areas soon and want to pick up some Alishan tea while I’m there. Where is the safest place to buy Alishan tea? Could you recommend a reputable tea shop with great tea and no blended leaves? Where to Buy Alishan Tea? If you
In the world of tea, Taiwan is celebrated as a treasure trove. Its unique geography, climate, and tea-making craftsmanship have given rise to truly breathtaking teas. Today, let’s introduce you to three of the best Taiwanese teas—delicious brews beloved not just locally, but ones that even tea lovers from abroad find irresistible. The Best Taiwanese
Looking for delicious high mountain tea but not sure where to start? We’ve put together a curated list of Taiwan high mountain tea recommendations across different price tiers to help you find top-quality Taiwanese high mountain tea at a reasonable price. All prices listed below are in NT$ per 600 g. Taiwan High Mountain Tea
Biluxi Tea is a premium Taiwanese high mountain oolong tea grown in Ren’ai Township, Nantou County. Located along the Central Cross-Island Highway between the 95 km and 99 km markers, these tea gardens were historically regarded on par with Dayuling tea. Biluxi Tea is primarily crafted into lightly fermented oolong tea. Biluxi Tea: Rivaling the
HuaGung tea is a renowned Taiwanese high-mountain tea originating from Cihua Village in Ren’ai Township, Nantou. At altitudes ranging from 1,800 to 2,520 meters, it is currently Taiwan’s highest tea-producing region. Virtually all HuaGung tea is crafted into lightly fermented oolong tea. The Highest Altitude HuaGung Tea Originally, Dayuling tea held the record for Taiwan’s
Customer Inquiry: “Where does the Dayuling tea region start? Besides the familiar 105K, I recently saw some people selling Dayuling 82K and 85K, claiming that Dayuling 82K is even better in quality than 100K. Is this true, and are 82K and 85K authentic Dayuling tea?” Liao Chang Xing’s Reply: Where Does the Dayuling Tea Region
Xinjiayang Tea is located in Lishan Village, Heping District, Taichung City, and is one of the most important tea-producing areas in the Lishan region. Centered around the Xinjiayang indigenous community, the tea gardens span across four mountain ridges and face predominantly east. Blessed with exceptional geographical conditions and abundant sunshine, Xinjiayang produces tea that ranks
Diaqiaotou tea originates from Ren’ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan, an area well-known for the Lixing Suspension Bridge. The tea plantations are nestled within the primitive forests on either side of the suspension bridge, providing an ideal growing environment for the tea trees. The region primarily produces lightly fermented Oolong tea, along with small quantities of
Malieba tea is grown in Ren’ai Township, Nantou County, Taiwan, situated at the central point of the Lixing Industrial Road. Blessed with an exceptional high-mountain climate and fertile soil, Malieba tea exudes a unique aroma and a rich, mellow flavor. Malieba tea primarily consists of lightly fermented oolong tea, along with a small amount of
Cingjing tea originates from Ren’ai Township, Nantou County. The tea plantations are primarily located on the slopes below Provincial Highway 14, with a small portion along the Lixing Industrial Road. These tea-producing areas generally face east, receiving abundant sunlight. Combined with the chilly breezes and ultra-high altitude of Hehuanshan, this results in tea of outstanding
Cuifeng Tea is produced in Ren’ai Township, Nantou County. The tea gardens are located along the Cuifeng branch of the Lixing Industrial Road, stretching from Cingjing toward Wuling. The main characteristics of Cuifeng Tea are its high yield and exceptional quality, which rivals that of Lishan tea. The region primarily produces lightly fermented oolong tea,
