Customer Question: Dayuling High Mountain Tea—what makes it so special? When it comes to Taiwan’s finest high mountain teas, every tea lover recommends Dayuling tea, and even those who don’t drink tea have heard of its legendary reputation. What is it about Dayuling tea that leaves such an unforgettable impression on everyone who tries it?
Chang-Hsing Tea: For high mountain tea enthusiasts, Dayuling tea is a household name. You might not have tasted it yet, but you’ve definitely heard of it. That’s because high mountain teas are valued by their altitude, and Dayuling is the highest tea-growing region in the world at an elevation of 2,650 meters. The tea produced here is of exceptional quality, making it the ultimate premium high mountain tea.
▲Dayuling High Mountain Tea features tightly rolled leaves. Its distinct mountain aroma when brewed is its defining characteristic.
Why is higher altitude tea better in quality? It really comes down to temperature and temperature swings. From November to April, nighttime temperatures here frequently drop below freezing, and snow and frost are common occurrences. Even in the summer, the temperature difference between day and night can reach up to 20°C. In such a low-temperature environment with dramatic daily shifts, the tea leaves develop very low bitterness and a wonderful sweet aftertaste. On top of that, constant alpine breezes blow through year-round, imparting a unique cool note to the leaves. The resulting oolong tea has a remarkably distinct mountain terroir that is hard to forget once experienced. These environmental factors combine to create Dayuling High Mountain Tea’s signature sweet aftertaste and pronounced mountain aroma.