{"title":"Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOolong is the grand theater of the tea world, a partially fermented leaf that dances gracefully between the freshness of green tea and the depth of red tea. Through meticulous bruising, resting, and roasting, artisans coax an astonishing symphony of aromas from the leaf—evoking wild orchids, sweet honey, blooming osmanthus, toasted walnuts, and deep charcoal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn traditional Chinese thought, Oolong possesses a perfectly neutral energy, striking a harmonious balance that makes it a grounding companion for any season. The character of Oolong is deeply tied to its homeland. Southern Fujian offers the lyrical Anxi Tieguanyin, while Northern Fujian produces the deeply mineral Wuyi Rock teas. Across the strait, Taiwan yields the creamy, mountainous Dongding and Wenshan Baozhong. Finally, Guangdong is revered for its Phoenix Dancong—a magnificent tea harvested from single, ancient tree lineages to preserve unique floral genetics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ritual of Brewing Oolong Tea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmount:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4g to 6g of tea leaves per 200ml vessel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100°C boiling water to awaken the deep aromatic oils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wash the tea and discard the water immediately. For the first 4 steeps, pour and decant instantly (0 seconds). Increase by 10 seconds for subsequent steeps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Utilize a fixed-point water pour against the vessel wall to maintain a steady temperature without bruising the tightly rolled leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVessel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unglazed Clay Teapots or a traditional Gaiwan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore the complex, shifting landscapes of our premium Oolong teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1020\/3781\/5683\/collections\/2021_oolong_duck_1.png?v=1781457426","url":"https:\/\/www.teabyyuan.com\/collections\/oolong-tea.oembed","provider":"tea by yuan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}