This exclusive Oolong tea is made from the Qing Xin cultivar, grown at an altitude of 1,200 metres in Alishan, Taiwan. The tea has been processed in the Dong Ding style, with a slightly higher oxidation than usual - especially developed for the spring Lugu tea tasting. The higher degree of oxidisation gives the tea fruity notes of peach and apricot. The tea has also been de-steeped for a cleaner flavour profile.
Roasting takes place in two stages: first with an electric roaster to stabilise the flavours, then a traditional multi-layer charcoal roasting. Each roasting session takes around 8 hours and requires careful turning of the tea leaves every 20-40 minutes. Between each roasting, the tea is left to rest for 1-4 weeks, depending on the weather, so that the moisture can be evenly distributed in the leaves.
The result is a balanced and flavoursome Oolong tea with a clear structure and deep aroma.
