{"title":"Loose Leaf Tea Library","description":"\u003cp\u003eEvery loose leaf tea we currently carry, organized by style.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"royal-courtesan-gui-fei-oolong","title":"Royal Courtesan","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoyal Courtesan oolong is a medium-bodied Taiwanese tea. It's a relatively recent varietal that emerged in the wake of the 1999 earthquake in Nantou County.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the earthquake, many tea gardens were temporarily abandoned as farmers sought to recover from the disaster. Unattended, these tea gardens were attacked by \u003cem\u003eJacobiasca Formosana\u003c\/em\u003e, the same tiny tea insect that imbues Oriental Beauty with its famous muscat sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the farmers returned to their gardens, they were disappointed to find blighted tea plants, though they were curious enough to still use that year's harvest to make Frozen Summit. Royal Courtesan is the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Taiwanese oolong offers a bouquet of fragrant roses and notes of muscat grape and honey. The golden-colored infusion offers a full and intricate aroma and an ample finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":292156125,"sku":"100201","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34363930513,"sku":"100202","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356313233,"sku":"100204","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356313297,"sku":"100208","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/royal-courtesan-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1718740594"},{"product_id":"iron-goddess-of-mercy","title":"Iron Goddess","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIron Goddess of Mercy\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as Tie Guan Yin or Ti Kuan Yin, originated in the Fujian Province of China. In its Chinese tradition, this oolong tea was lightly oxidized and barely roasted. Later, Taiwanese cultivators discovered that a slow, repeated roast combined with hand kneading brought out a better bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle is not the word here. The roast notes are heavy, like an old man smoking cigars on side street hickory benches. It is the peat whiskey of teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-tie-guan-yin\"\u003eTie Guan Yin\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34364622865,"sku":"100502","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356370193,"sku":"100504","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356370257,"sku":"100508","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/iron-goddess-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1718855906"},{"product_id":"graceful-hill","title":"Graceful Hill","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGraceful Hill\u003c\/strong\u003e is a light-bodied oolong tea that comes from Yilan County, in the northeastern part of Taiwan. Most tea produced in Yilan is consumed locally among the villages, making this tea a rare find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGraceful Hill oolong is made from the Jinxuan cultivar, known for producing teas with an aroma of fresh butter—hence its nickname, “milk oolong.” This infusion is refined and soft, with a bouquet of wildflowers and tropical mountain ferns. Its texture is pure and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-milk-oolong\"\u003eMilk Oolong\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34367453585,"sku":"105102","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356401425,"sku":"105104","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356401489,"sku":"105108","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/graceful-hill-milk-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1587935181"},{"product_id":"aged-frozen-summit","title":"Frozen Summit '18 Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Summit Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tearoom favorite in the winter. This aged version of Frozen Summit oolong, from the year 2018, has a deeper aroma than the classic Taiwanese Frozen Summit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery year, as part of the tea-aging process, the tea master retrieves stored teas. He dials in the temperature of the charcoal and prepares the tightly rolled tea leaves on bamboo trays. The heat removes traces of summer rain and accentuates the depth of flavor from aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur Frozen Summit Vintage tastes of molasses and toasted walnuts. The mouthfeel is full and expansive with flares of tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-dong-ding-oolong\"\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":292189185,"sku":"105301","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34367345041,"sku":"105302","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356491729,"sku":"105304","price":86.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356491793,"sku":"105308","price":154.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/frozen-summit-vintage-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1591095555"},{"product_id":"ruby-brew-oolong","title":"Ruby Brew","description":"\u003cp\u003eRuby Brew Oolong is a heavily oxidized and roasted tea. Like Royal Courtesan, it is a relative newcomer in Taiwanese tea making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJust within the last decade, local tea producers collaborated with tea academics to perfect the art of high oxidation and gentle roast. Production of this tea is still scarce and has only recently made its way to the West.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe crimson, silky-textured infusion smells of toasted chestnuts; the caramel-sweet palate opens with Stroopwafel and cherry, and transitions into warming notes of dehydrated corn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":292207097,"sku":"105501","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34367515793,"sku":"105502","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356595985,"sku":"105504","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356596049,"sku":"105508","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/ruby-brew-leaf.jpg?v=1718740484"},{"product_id":"oriental-beauty-oolong","title":"Oriental Beauty","description":"\u003cp\u003eOriental Beauty oolong tea, or Dongfang Meiren, was the most precious tea in 20th century Taiwan. It traveled to the West and was given its name by an English Queen for its beautiful depth of flavor. It is also known as champagne oolong or Bai Hao oolong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriental Beauty has a signature aroma of muscat grape, brought to life by a tiny insect – the tea jassid \u003cem\u003eJacobiasca formosana\u003c\/em\u003e. When the tea plant is bitten by the jassid, it secretes a defensive hormone to attract the jassid’s main predator. As tea leaves with a high level of the secretion undergo oxidative processing, a muscat-like aroma develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea jassid thrives in warmer weather and is especially active at the bookends of summer, causing the harvest to be very seasonal. Higher quality Oriental Beauty contains more tea buds, the white brow-shaped leaves coated with resinous baby fuzz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriental Beauty offers aromas of citrus and flowers. It opens with a bouquet of rose petals and sweet muscat grape. The finish is long and generous, rendering baked sweetness from honeyed figs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":1175276732,"sku":"105601","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34364767249,"sku":"105602","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356626641,"sku":"105604","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356626769,"sku":"105608","price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/oriental-beauty-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718984169"},{"product_id":"baozhong-tea","title":"Baozhong Expert's Pick","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLily flower, cut grass, light moss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOolong tea · low oxidation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Baozhong tea is a \u003cem\u003elightly oxidized oolong\u003c\/em\u003e, gently grassy with the aroma of light moss and white lily flowers. It's ideal for those who prefer more floral, grassy notes or even a light-bodied yet energetic tea. \u003cem\u003eJasmine tea\u003c\/em\u003e lovers tend to enjoy this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an elegant style of oolong from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pinglin_District\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Pinglin District\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ePinglin\u003c\/a\u003e that dates back to the beginning of Taiwanese tea making. We call this one ‘Expert’s Pick’ because we chose the batch with the help of a famous tea-competition judge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Baozhong means “\u003cem\u003ethe wrapped kind\u003c\/em\u003e”, which refers to the packaging style used at the time. It's also known as \u003cstrong\u003ePouchong \u003c\/strong\u003eor \u003cstrong\u003eWenshan Baozhong\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Links\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-baozhong\" title=\"What is baozhong link\"\u003eWhat is Baozhong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" title=\"tea brewing guides link\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":12883493252,"sku":"107101","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34365315537,"sku":"107102","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356741585,"sku":"107104","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356741649,"sku":"107108","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/baozhong-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718986433"},{"product_id":"2028-tea","title":"#2028","description":"\u003cp\u003eKnown as the Stolen Cultivar, #2028 is a lighter style of oolong tea cultivated in the small town of Yilan in northern Taiwan. The #2028 cultivar was created by Taiwan’s Tea R\u0026amp;D (TRES) Center and shares ancestry with the famous \"milk oolong\" cultivar. Its strong immunity to bugs and diseases makes it an apt candidate for organic tea making. Though its official release was canceled due to jejune politics, a few lucky tea farmers managed to get their hands on this floral and creamy variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur producers, the Lin family, are the model organic farmers in their community. They always serve their teas in a tall and skinny aroma cup, a reminder to taste with all the senses and not just the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea tastes like maple and almond butter and smells like a field of wildflowers. It pairs beautifully with a light afternoon snack – we suggest our tinybars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34365236625,"sku":"105802","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356700945,"sku":"105804","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356701009,"sku":"105808","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/2028-wet-tea-leaves.jpg?v=1718981984"},{"product_id":"red-jade-black-tea","title":"Jade Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJade Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e is a black tea grown with a special TRES cultivar in the Sun Moon Lake region of Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSun Moon Lake is considered a national treasure in Taiwan for its beauty, and this tea is certainly a testament to its fabled terroir. With a beautiful deep red infusion, Jade Rouge is a juicy black tea where berry sweetness is balanced by a cinnamon tang. A long, round finish lingers on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-black-tea\"\u003eBlack Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":25290732936,"sku":"107901","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34365346321,"sku":"107902","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34357088657,"sku":"107904","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34357088785,"sku":"107908","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/red-jade-black-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1584464079"},{"product_id":"oriental-beauty-high-grade","title":"Oriental Beauty Grand","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe highest grade of Oriental Beauty we offer is of limited quantity. Its harvest requires precise coordination with nature. In early summer, there is an abundance of tea jassids when the tea plant is also at its healthiest and fullest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA higher proportion of jassid bites results in a more intense honey sweetness in the final infusion, bringing more depth and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe got every last gram of this batch from the same family that has been making our Oriental Beauty for four generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":25290818440,"sku":"105701","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34367582097,"sku":"105702","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356669649,"sku":"105704","price":121.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356669713,"sku":"105708","price":214.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/oriental-beauty-grand-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718916461"},{"product_id":"maqaw-mountain-pepper","title":"Maqaw","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaqaw\u003c\/strong\u003e, a peppercorn-looking seed from an evergreen shrub (Litsea cubeba), is indigenous to Taiwan and a traditional spice for the aboriginal Atayal tribe. It is commonly referred to as Taiwan mountain pepper (山胡椒).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Taiwanese tribal citizens collect Maqaw seeds from the shrub and sundry them to intensify the flavor. They use it as caffeine-free tea and also as a spice for both meat and seafood preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe get an intensely perfumed lemongrass nose which fills the air, and a bright citrus palate that is gingery without the bite. A few peppercorns go a long way, so use gently as the aroma is invigorating and potent.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34551508305,"sku":"110202","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/maqaw-mountain-pepper.jpg?v=1587937799"},{"product_id":"frozen-summit-tea","title":"Frozen Summit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Dong Ding Oolong, is an everyday roasted oolong tea. This classic Taiwanese oolong tea has a distinct charcoal-roasted flavor with leaves that are shaped into tightly rolled beads. Our Frozen Summit oolong is made by Mr. Lin, who insists that the tea be brewed in a clay pot, preferably a Yixing, to deepen the aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe name of this tea comes from the snow-capped mountain where it is grown. It is among the best-known oolongs in Taiwan. With a gentle roast, this medium-bodied tea has comforting notes of buckwheat and caramel that linger on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-dong-ding-oolong\"\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":36291234385,"sku":"106601","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":36291234449,"sku":"106602","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":36291234513,"sku":"106604","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":36291234577,"sku":"106608","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/frozen-summit-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1587926028"},{"product_id":"blossom-dearie-tea","title":"Blossom Dearie","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Picture me upon your knee \/ With tea for two, and two for tea \/ Me for you, and you for me\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlossom Dearie\u003c\/strong\u003e is our homage to the great jazz songwriter and pianist. Made with a rarely used cultivar from Fujian, this black tea is naturally grown in the lowlands of Hualien and is the life’s work of a family matriarch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea has a voice that’s pixie sweet and elegant. Aromas of red flowers and honey grace its luxuriously silky infusion. It is rich and alluring, a song that never gets old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-black-tea\"\u003eBlack Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":36292733201,"sku":"105901","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":36292733265,"sku":"105902","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":36292733329,"sku":"105904","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":36292733393,"sku":"105908","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/blossom-dearie-leaf.jpg?v=1587917735"},{"product_id":"crimson-grace","title":"Crimson Grace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe more mature sister of Jade Rouge, \u003cstrong\u003eCrimson Grace\u003c\/strong\u003e carries itself with poise. Its flavor is complex and bold. Aromas of flaked grapefruit peel and roasted cashew balance a citrus top with brown sugar notes. The finish is deep and soft, like corduroy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you think this is poetry, we dare you to try it. Among us, we describe it as the Alcohol-Free Negroni. This tea is a conversation with a dear old friend – catching up with joy and excitement in the warmth of good company.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-black-tea\"\u003eBlack Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":36650242705,"sku":"106501","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":36650242769,"sku":"106502","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":36650242833,"sku":"106504","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":36650242897,"sku":"106508","price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/crimson-grace-black-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1587920315"},{"product_id":"wild-chrysanthemum-herbal-tea","title":"Wild Chrysanthemum","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn the highlands of Hualien in Taiwan, Mr. Huang cares for a vast field of chrysanthemum flowers alongside patches of ginger roots and hibiscus trees. Neither spraying nor weeding are permitted on his farm – his pastime is getting to know the various insects and animals who visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLike its tiny flower buds, this tea is naturally sweet and gentle on the palate. Like its keeper, its infusion is calming and comforting like a thin blanket on a breezy summer night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-chrysanthemum-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Chrysanthemum Tea\"\u003eChrysanthemum Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"Check out our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":9042067292196,"sku":"110501","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":9042067324964,"sku":"110502","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":9042067357732,"sku":"110504","price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":9042067390500,"sku":"110508","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/chrysanthemum-flower-tea.jpg?v=1584473112"},{"product_id":"lishan-high-mountain-tea","title":"Mount Pyrus","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Pyrus\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightly oxidized, high-altitude Taiwanese oolong, meaning it was grown over 2,000 meters above sea level. The altitude makes the processed tea incredibly aromatic. Mount Pyrus, or Li Shan, is a mountain in Taiwan known to produce juicy pears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Oolong Tea is delicate and velvety with an elegant bouquet of sugar snap peas and crisp apples, accompanied by a drawn-out finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-high-mountain-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about High Mountain Tea\"\u003eHigh Mountain Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":12276118126628,"sku":"101301","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":12276118159396,"sku":"101302","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":12276118192164,"sku":"101304","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":12276118224932,"sku":"101308","price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/mount-pyrus-leaf.jpg?v=1718855902"},{"product_id":"alishan-high-mountain-tea","title":"Mount A-Li","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Ali\u003c\/strong\u003e is a roasted oolong tea from Ali Shan, one of the best-known mountains for tea production in Taiwan. Unknown to most, it also houses the largest grove of red cypress trees, over 2,000 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Taiwanese oolong tea takes after its senior cypress neighbors: it is immediately striking. Made with the beloved milk oolong cultivar, the buttery aroma is reminiscent of French pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-milk-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Milk Oolong tea\"\u003eMilk Oolong\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":12276171702308,"sku":"100902","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":12276171735076,"sku":"100904","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":12276171767844,"sku":"100908","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/mount-ali-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1584467597"},{"product_id":"frozen-summit-grand","title":"Frozen Summit Grand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Summit Grand\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-grade version of Frozen Summit, crafted by the same family and representing some of their best work. At the tearoom, this tea is lovingly referred to as Frozen Summit Fancy as a homage to the old way of rating teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe head of the family, Mr. Lin, insists that their tea be brewed in a clay pot, preferably a Yixing, to deepen the aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach note in this tea is elevated compared to the standard grade. The toasted grain nuttiness and woodsiness are complemented by more intricate aromas of hazelnuts, camphor, and cedar wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-dong-ding-oolong\"\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":12276265615396,"sku":"101101","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":12276265648164,"sku":"101102","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":12276265713700,"sku":"101104","price":122.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":12276265779236,"sku":"101108","price":218.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/frozen-summit-grand-oolong-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1591096162"},{"product_id":"buddhas-hand-tea","title":"Buddha's Hand Roast","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name of this tea comes from the uncommonly large size of the tea leaves which can be nearly the size of a palm before they are rolled. This roasted Buddha’s Hand tea is an oolong tea and a classic style of its cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking the roasted version of this tea is like curling up with a warm blanket by a fireplace in the woods upstate. Warming and full-bodied, we taste cedar, cacao nibs, and fennel. Like arriving at your favorite getaway, this tea is immediately comforting no matter the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" class=\"uu\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" class=\"uu\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":12276428865572,"sku":"107301","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":12276428898340,"sku":"107302","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":12276428931108,"sku":"107304","price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":12276428963876,"sku":"107308","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/buddha-hand-roast-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718827507"},{"product_id":"southern-wild","title":"Southern Wild","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wild tea variety cultivated from a native Taiwanese tea plant, Southern Wild holds a special place in our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIndigenous tea cultivars are not mainstream in Taiwan due to their wild temperament. This varietal was brought to the lowlands from Yong Kang Mountain by Mr. Liao. He cultivated just one thousand bushes as a hobby project, making this tea a unique find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNotes of sweet potato and sugar cane swirl through our mouths as we sip this silky, structured oolong. This low-intervention and organic tea is cool and confident. Think of it as the natural wine of teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":31398220791923,"sku":"106101","price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":31398220824691,"sku":"106102","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31398220857459,"sku":"106104","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":31398220890227,"sku":"106108","price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/southern-wild-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718820745"},{"product_id":"buddhas-hand-oolong","title":"Buddha's Hand","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuddha's Hand\u003c\/strong\u003e is famous for its large leaf shape and size comparable to a human hand. This style is medium oxidized and unroasted, a rarity as the Buddha's Hand cultivar is commonly roasted throughout Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBuddha's Hand provides a sense of calm, in the way of a peaceful garden or a quiet corner within bustling city streets. Its aroma conjures olive leaf and soft florals of white flowers and hay. With each steeping, its character changes and develops. As its palms open, it displays savory notes with vegetal overlays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea walks an uneven path, testing taste and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":31398255001715,"sku":"107201","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":31398255067251,"sku":"107202","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31398255100019,"sku":"107204","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":31398255132787,"sku":"107208","price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/buddha-hand-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718827497"},{"product_id":"hibiscus-tea-flower","title":"Hibiscus","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from hand-harvested whole hibiscus flowers, this tea’s bright, happy appearance conceals its backbone at first blush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith another sip, notice a sharp counterpoint balancing the tea. Sweet and tangy, we taste juicy fruit and sour plums in this magenta-hued tea. This infusion is a millennial at heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/hibiscus-tea\"\u003eHibiscus Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"60 grams","offer_id":31969933033587,"sku":"110606","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/hibiscus-tea-flower-wet.jpg?v=1718820898"},{"product_id":"canyon-green","title":"Canyon Green","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaiwan is known for its oolongs, but one shouldn't overlook its green teas. With a history dating back to the early 1900s, \u003cstrong\u003eCanyon Green\u003c\/strong\u003e is also known as Sanxia Biluochun (三峽碧螺春).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is made from Qingxin Ganzai (青心柑仔), famous in the Sanxia region of northern Taiwan for yielding high-quality green tea with a subtle aroma of citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCanyon Green's aroma profile is vibrant and bright. The dry leaf is small and delicate, conforming to the quality standard of two leaves and a bud. The eggshell-colored infusion is softly grassy and imbued with aromas of crisp peas and nutty mung beans. We love Canyon Green for its versatility – refreshing and juicy cold-brewed for a hot summer day, yet sweet and charming when brewed hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/sanxia-biluochun\"\u003eBi Luo Chun\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":31905969373299,"sku":"101502","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":31905969406067,"sku":"101504","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":31905969438835,"sku":"101508","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/canyon-green-tea-wet-leaf.jpg?v=1718826799"},{"product_id":"mount-qilai","title":"Mount Qilai","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMount Qilai\u003c\/strong\u003e is a lightly oxidized high-elevation Taiwanese oolong. It is named after the mountain where it's grown, with its peak sitting over 3,000 meters above sea level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHigh mountain teas are highly regarded locally. Teas grown at this elevation receive short sun exposure followed by misty afternoons and cool evenings. These factors slow down tea plant growth, thereby concentrating their aromatic compounds. Constant humidity from the cloud cover produces a tea with vibrance and sweetness, and less bitter astringency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis oolong tea is fragrant and present, with fleshy aromatics in white florals and pome fruits. It stands up to multiple brews and offers a seductive, silky long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-high-mountain-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about High Mountain Tea\"\u003eHigh Mountain Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":32033198473331,"sku":"101601","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":32033198506099,"sku":"101602","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":32033198538867,"sku":"101604","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":32033198571635,"sku":"101608","price":122.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/mount-qilai-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718820615"},{"product_id":"formosa-assam-taiwanese-black-tea","title":"Formosa Assam","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormosa Assam\u003c\/strong\u003e pays tribute to the early days of black tea production in Taiwan. In an effort to produce delicious black teas, famous cultivars (Manipuri, Kyang, Jaipuri) from the Assam region of India were imported to Taiwan in 1923 for cultivation trial and research. The TRES #8 Assam cultivar is an outcome of this effort—a chosen batch from the lot of Jaipuri tea trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMr. Liao inherited an abandoned field of the \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/taiwan-tea-research-extension-station\"\u003eTRES #8 Assam cultivar\u003c\/a\u003e from his father-in-law. This lot of tea trees is now over 50 years old and has been farmed without any chemicals or fertilizers. Even weeds are pulled manually by the Liao family as their regular weekly outing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTapping into Mr. Liao's thirty-year-long tea-making experience, this black tea is deliciously malty and fruity with a flare of woodsy earthiness. The darker roast brings a sense of calm and ease. This tea reminds us of a wise grandpa reading his favorite novel in an armchair; he is warm and steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-black-tea\"\u003eBlack Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":37523800686779,"sku":"101901","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":37523800719547,"sku":"101902","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":37523800752315,"sku":"101904","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":37523800785083,"sku":"101908","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/assam-black-tea-wet-leaf.jpg?v=1718982386"},{"product_id":"seaport-oolong","title":"Seaport Oolong","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrown in the southern tip of Taiwan by the ocean, Seaport Oolong is as unique as its terroir. Strong winds, high heat, and salinity from the ocean air make for challenging tea cultivation, but Seaport has adapted to be particularly resilient. Its origins can be traced back to the late Qing dynasty when a local official commissioned a Wuyi cultivar from Fujian due to his love for the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTaste savory notes of bay leaf and rice cracker as hints of the ocean drift out of the teacup. With each sip of this gently roasted oolong, we imagine the ocean fog rolling over the seaport landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eApproachable but with a touch of the wild, Seaport Oolong is like your meddling grandmother – tough as nails but always ready with a warm hug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":38110289625275,"sku":"102301","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":38110289658043,"sku":"102302","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":38110289690811,"sku":"102304","price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":38110289723579,"sku":"102308","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/seaport-oolong-tea-wet-leaf.jpg?v=1718984933"},{"product_id":"baozhong-vintage","title":"Baozhong '90 Vintage","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDamp cedar wood, mushroom, menthol\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOolong tea · low oxidation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This Baozhong was made in the year 1990, or was it 89 or 91. It was around year 1990.\" said Mr. Chang. He has been producing Baozhong for decades and the batch year can seem hazy. A lover of whiskey and karaoke, Mr. Chang is easy going, honest, and always in a good mood - he is one of our favorites. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage lot was discovered during a virtual telesourcing call for his current year \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/collections\/tea\/products\/baozhong-tea\" title=\"Taiwanese Baozhong Oolong Tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBaozhong\u003c\/a\u003e, a lightly oxidized oolong that's floral and grassy. In conversations, he mentioned a stash of tea he made 30 years ago, \"it tastes like ginseng, he said\". \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaozhong was one of the most popular teas in the early days of Taiwanese tea production and export. Its name came from how the tea was packaged before foil bags were available - wrapped in paper, by hand. It was the \"wrapped variety (kind)\". \u003ca title=\"History of Baozhong oolong tea\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-baozhong\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA historical tea\u003c\/a\u003e means more aged versions can be found if you take the time, or if you get lucky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging a lighter oxidized and unroasted oolong yields a higher degree of flavor variation, compared to aging a black tea or a roasted tea. The signature white lily flower aroma transformed into damped earthy cedar wood. Pale eggshell colored infusion turned into a dark amber hue. Drunk cold, there is an herbaceous sweetness that embraces the palate. 30-year-old tea has less vibrancy and caffeine as the stimulant mellowed out overtime. It is the choicest pick for an evening tea in any season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Links\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"What is baozhong link\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-baozhong\"\u003eWhat is Baozhong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca title=\"tea brewing guides link\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":39406273036475,"sku":"101801","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":39406273069243,"sku":"101802","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":39406273102011,"sku":"101804","price":79.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":39406273134779,"sku":"101808","price":141.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/baozhong-vintage-brewed-leaf.jpg?v=1615517237"},{"product_id":"white-peony","title":"White Peony","description":"\u003cp\u003eSilver Needle and White Peony are famous white tea varieties coming almost exclusively from Fujian, China. Taiwan is primarily known for its oolongs, but this bountiful island is full of surprises.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn the small town of Hualien, we found a fourth-generation tea maker producing white tea in small handmade batches. The family traces its origins to Fujian and started making White Peony mainly for themselves, tending to their own nostalgia for its delicate florals and alluring sweetness. Carefully hand-picked and dried, only two leaves and a bud can be harvested to create this vibrant and delicious brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlenty of young tea buds makes for elevated levels of caffeine and antioxidants. We like this tea because it cools the body and lifts the mind. Brew it in a porcelain gaiwan when preparing it hot, or cold-brew it in a glass pitcher for a delightful afternoon treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe infusion is present yet silky, slipping through the palate and leaving traces of sweet nectar and soft florals. We are drawn to its stately elegance, like watching Audrey Hepburn play Princess Ann in Roman Holiday – full of charm and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":43022059405499,"sku":"102201","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":43022059438267,"sku":"102202","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":43022059471035,"sku":"102204","price":130.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":43022059503803,"sku":"102208","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/white-peony-tea-wet-leaf.jpg?v=1718990317"},{"product_id":"iron-goddess-archetype","title":"Iron Goddess Archetype","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTieguanyin\u003c\/strong\u003e cultivar was introduced to Taiwan from Fujian during the era of Japanese occupation. Tea makers who migrated to the island believed the terroir between the two towns, Anxi and Muzha, to be similar, allowing for the production of a delicious crop in Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of replicating a lightly oxidized oolong with delicate floral and grass notes they knew from home, a few tea makers began experimenting with higher oxidation and repeated roasting to transform the flavor. The result is a seductively tangy and delicious roasted oolong that's full of caramelized fruit. Over a few decades, the roasted Tieguanyin became the archetypal Iron Goddess oolong of Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis version is from one of our favorite Iron Goddess producers. They sell strictly based on connection, with no storefront, and are almost impossible to locate even if you're standing just a few blocks away. There are only a handful of families left in Muzha making the original Iron Goddess, and undoubtedly, they all know one another and share the same last name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe suggest brewing this classic version in a clay pot with boiling water to deepen the aroma. The taste is present in all its characters: toasty, fruity, tangy, and unmistakably sassy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-tie-guan-yin\"\u003eTie Guan Yin\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":43419201732795,"sku":"102101","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":43419201765563,"sku":"102102","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":43419201798331,"sku":"102104","price":104.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":43419201831099,"sku":"102108","price":186.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/I_G_13_BrewedLeaf.jpg?v=1663711191"},{"product_id":"emerald-leaf-organic-baozhong-oolong","title":"Emerald Leaf: Organic Baozhong","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaozhong\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most historic Taiwanese oolongs from Pinglin. White flowers and soft saline grassiness are its signature aroma. This version is made with a blend of two different cultivars, Qingxin and Jinxuan (milk oolong), adding a twist to the classic. In addition to the white linden florals, there is a creamy finish that reminds us of a thin cashmere blanket that gently drapes over our shoulders. It’s soft and light—just the tea for when life needs gentle comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely Baozhong oolong tea is made with entirely organic tea leaves and is certified organic by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tw-toc.com\/en\/index.asp\" class=\"uu\"\u003eTOC of Taiwan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-sourcing-organic\" class=\"uu\"\u003eOrganic Taiwanese Teas\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-baozhong\" class=\"uu\"\u003eorigin story of Taiwanese Baozhong\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47189903671483,"sku":"120201","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":44803347644603,"sku":"120202","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44803347677371,"sku":"120204","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":44803347710139,"sku":"120208","price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/organic-baozhong-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718890618"},{"product_id":"emerald-leaf-organic-gaba-oolong-tea","title":"Emerald Leaf: Organic GABA","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGABA tea\u003c\/strong\u003e, or Gabaron, has a high content of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA). Unlike traditional oolong production methods, GABA tea is produced in an anaerobic environment. This process converts the tea leaves' natural glutamic acid into GABA. GABA is found in the human brain, where it helps stabilize neuronal activity. As we age, natural GABA levels in the brain decrease. Recent studies suggest that increasing GABA intake can help regulate blood pressure, promote quality sleep, relieve anxiety, and improve mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps this is the best GABA we’ve tasted—not to mention organically grown and produced. The tea makers spent years perfecting their production method, and the effort shows. We blind tasted a lineup of ten GABA oolongs from different parts of Taiwan, and this was the staff favorite. The aroma is earthy and fruity with a soft tang, and this batch even carries a gentle scent of sweet cedar wood planks. GABA is known for its calming character, which eases anxiety and aids sleep. To this, we say cheers to function and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis GABA oolong tea is made with entirely organic tea leaves and is certified organic by \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"http:\/\/tw-toc.com\/en\/index.asp\"\u003eTOC of Taiwan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn support of sustainable tea production and reducing packaging waste, the Emerald Leaf collection will only be available “boxfree.” The 2 oz \/ 60-gram size was packaged and shipped from origin to avoid repacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-sourcing-organic\"\u003eOrganic Taiwanese Teas\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-gaba-tea\"\u003enerd out on what GABA tea is\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":44803347906747,"sku":"120102","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44803347939515,"sku":"120104","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":44803347972283,"sku":"120108","price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/organic-gaba-oolong-tea-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718890505"},{"product_id":"emerald-leaf-organic-frozen-summit-oolong","title":"Emerald Leaf: Organic Frozen Summit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the very first tea we tried when we visited Ching-yuan, the organic tea collective that produced this tea. Our host sat in front of the roaster and shared a small sample of his batch in progress. Roasting is a finishing step that can fine-tune the harvest and bring heartwarming nuttiness to the infusion. In this batch of \u003cstrong\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/strong\u003e, we are particularly drawn to the aroma of firewood and a gentle piney sweetness that lingers on the palate. This tea reminds us of the Ralph Lauren country barn house—a little bit rugged, very present, and a whole lot of luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis roasted oolong is made with entirely organic tea leaves and is certified organic by \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"http:\/\/tw-toc.com\/en\/index.asp\"\u003eTOC of Taiwan\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn support of sustainable tea production and reducing packaging waste, the Emerald Leaf collection will only be available “boxfree.” The 2 oz \/ 60-gram size was packaged and shipped from origin to avoid repacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-sourcing-organic\"\u003eOrganic Taiwanese Teas\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-dong-ding-oolong\"\u003eorigin story of Frozen Summit\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-dong-ding-oolong\"\u003eDong Ding oolong\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":44803348070587,"sku":"120302","price":46.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44803348103355,"sku":"120304","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":44803348136123,"sku":"120308","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/organic-frozen-summit-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718890346"},{"product_id":"emerald-leaf-organic-taiwanese-black-tea","title":"Emerald Leaf: Organic Jade Rouge","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe renowned Taiwanese black tea, also known as \u003cstrong\u003eJade Rouge\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eRed Jade\u003c\/strong\u003e, originally from Sun Moon Lake, is now taking residence in the northern mountains of Pinglin. The cooler and more humid terroir produces a softer and friendlier black tea. Still juicy and bright, this tea is made with entirely organic tea leaves and certified organic by \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"http:\/\/tw-toc.com\/en\/index.asp\"\u003eTOC of Taiwan\u003c\/a\u003e. The infusion retains its signature berry and menthol sweetness but is softer on the tannins. We enjoy this tea on relaxing sunny mornings, matching the warm sunshine with its smiley character to kickstart the perfect day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-sourcing-organic\"\u003eOrganic Taiwanese Teas\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/history-of-taiwanese-black-tea\"\u003ehistory of Taiwanese black tea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47189901574331,"sku":"120401","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":44803348299963,"sku":"120402","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":44803348332731,"sku":"120404","price":76.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":44803348365499,"sku":"120408","price":134.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/organic-red-jade-tea-wet-leaf.jpg?v=1718890717"},{"product_id":"wuyi-roast","title":"Wuyi Roast","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe felt the tea maker’s enthusiasm the minute he started talking about his teas. It’s like listening to a jazz fanatic talk about his record collection. “This one tastes like pineapples, and that one smells like peaches. And are you intrigued by white tea cakes?” Fruit varieties are his preferred adjectives, and some are actually spot-on. What piqued our interest was his roasted Wuyi. Aroma of orange rind and walnut lingers behind the toastiness. He roasts the tea with far-infrared technology, a method he is not willing to share in detail but claims is indispensable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCan you taste his nutty excitement?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"Check out our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46212008116411,"sku":"102401","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46212008149179,"sku":"102402","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46212008181947,"sku":"102404","price":61.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46212008214715,"sku":"102408","price":109.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/wuyi-roasted-open-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718729235"},{"product_id":"sanxia-yellow-tea","title":"Sanxia Yellow","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou adored the yellow tea from our bounty box in 2023, so we brought in another. Yellow tea was never a Taiwanese specialty, so consider this another experimental batch. If you have a regular green tea routine, this is a great alternative when you want to venture out of your norm. Grass notes are present but malty without the tannic sharp edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMade by our Canyon Green producer, this yellow tea is quiet and reserved. The bamboo-like sweetness pairs harmoniously with the hay-like aroma. We think it benefits from a slightly longer steep than your normal green tea to experience its depth of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46212009558203,"sku":"102501","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46212009590971,"sku":"102502","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/yellow-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718729604"},{"product_id":"assam-white-tea","title":"Assam White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot of Assamica tea trees was planted during the Japanese era, originally intended to produce copious amounts of black teas for export. 100 years later, they are still thriving in the northern part of Taiwan in Sanxia, just 30 minutes outside of Taipei.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the summer, when the weather is hot and humid, they produce bright and juicy black tea in honor of their tradition. In the spring, they turn their harvest into delicate and warming white teas. This batch captures an elegance from an Assam variety that's typically bold and brash. We find its woodsy and stone fruit-forward aroma sweet and charming.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46212009885883,"sku":"103101","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46212009918651,"sku":"103102","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/assam-white-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1718729765"},{"product_id":"green-vintage","title":"Green '70 Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(254,254,252); color: rgba(0,0,0,0.75);\"\u003eWe think this tea was made in 1970. It was a bushel of a few hundred kilos discovered in an abandoned tea factory being dismantled for a real estate transaction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(254,254,252); color: rgba(0,0,0,0.75);\"\u003eThe northwest part of Taiwan produced a lot of green tea in the latter half of 1900, and from the look of this tea and the history of the factory, the factory keeper suspected it was made into a green tea in 1970 – when Nixon was president. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(254,254,252); color: rgba(0,0,0,0.75);\"\u003eSome say it tastes like an old Pu-erh, but we were taken by its herbaceous and woodsy character that’s soft and velvety like a cashmere blanket. So here you go – a fifty-year-old green tea made on the eve of Watergate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(254,254,252); color: rgba(0,0,0,0.75);\"\u003eAvailable for purchase in the tearoom on Fri 2\/21.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/does-tea-expire\"\u003eif tea expires\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46316966314171,"sku":"102701","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46316966346939,"sku":"102702","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46316966379707,"sku":"102704","price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46316966412475,"sku":"102708","price":160.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/vintage-green-wet-tea-leaf.jpg?v=1727481962"},{"product_id":"lemon-ginger","title":"Lemon Ginger","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis bright and delicious herbal tea was blended to refresh and invigorate any dull afternoons. Its citrusy perfume and zesty ginger will brighten your day like a ray sunshine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not your regular run of the mill lemon ginger that's dusty and musty with a trace of lemon. Organically grown lemon verbena is blended with thinly sliced dehydrated ginger and generous portions of Maqaw, a Taiwanese mountain pepper that's lemony and fragrant. Our ginger is freshly processed in house, making them bright and spicy for an extra dose of warmth and heat. We adore this tea on a sunny afternoon or alongside an orange hued sunset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo artificial oils or fragrance is added, and the infusion is completely caffeine free for calming relaxation. Multiple infusions recommended to extract all the goodness it has to offer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46521295012027,"sku":"150201","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46521295044795,"sku":"150202","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/lemon-ginger-steeped.jpg?v=1742226531"},{"product_id":"batch-8-taiwanese-honeyed-black","title":"Batch #8","description":"\u003cp\u003eHualien is on the central coast of Taiwan – known for its beautiful Taroko Gorge and scary earthquakes. It's also home to what locals referred to as honey fragrant black tea. A style only came about in 1999. This year, we visited the family who coined the name - Mr. Gao and his wife Ms. Nien. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe tasted over 40 batches, and Batch #8 was one that sparked the most joy. A real highlight for this year’s trip and a tasting experience that will go down the memory lane. It’s similar to Hsinchu’s Oriental beauty in a way that the tea leaves are bug-bitten so it carries a honey-like sweetness. Ms. Nien's preferred profile is more stone fruit forward, fuller bodied, and it comes with a rich floral finish that's a real treat. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there was one tea that represent our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-taiwan-sourcing-25\" title=\"sourcing trip 2025\"\u003e2025 sourcing trip\u003c\/a\u003e, this is the one, available here on its own. We hope you enjoy!\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/digest-taiwan-sourcing-25\" title=\"2025 Taiwan Tea Sourcing Trip\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cscribe-shadow id=\"crxjs-ext\" data-crx=\"okfkdaglfjjjfefdcppliegebpoegaii\" style=\"position: fixed; width: 0px; height: 0px; top: 0px; left: 0px; z-index: 2147483647; overflow: visible; visibility: visible;\"\u003e\u003c\/scribe-shadow\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46721244332219,"sku":"103201","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46721244364987,"sku":"103202","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/wet-tea-leaves-honey-black-sourcing-2025.jpg?v=1750858438"},{"product_id":"wuyi-unroasted","title":"Wuyi, Unroasted","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis tea was made by the enthusiastic tea producer who makes our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Wuyi Oolong Taiwan\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/products\/wuyi-roast\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWuyi Roast\u003c\/a\u003e, except this batch is unroasted. He inherited this lot of Wuyi tea plants from his family almost five decades ago. Older tea trees have more character and its true color shines through more when the tea is unroasted. Wuyi cultivar's aromas are branchy and hearty instead of soft and tender, giving it a real spine and presence compared to the elusive quality of Taiwanese high mountain oolong. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe think this is a mid-frequency tea that's perfect for transitional weather, especially from summer into autumn. It calms and provides necessary readiness, like a bundle of freshly sharpened pencils for the new school year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable at the tearooms Tuesday 9\/9.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"Check out our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":46913675198651,"sku":"103401","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":46913675231419,"sku":"103402","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":46913675264187,"sku":"103404","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":46913675296955,"sku":"103408","price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/wuyi-unroasted-steeped-leaf-alt.jpg?v=1756856679"},{"product_id":"soba","title":"Soba","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou are familiar with buckwheat, as in soba cha or soba noodle, but have you heard of bitter soba or Tartary Buckwheat? A close relative to the common buckwheat, Tartary Buckwheat contains more rutin (a powerful antioxidant) and is often found in the Himalayan region, parts of Southwest China, and of course, villages of Taiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its name, buckwheat is technically not considered a grain or a grass—it is more genetically similar to sorrel or rhubarb—but due to its high starch content, it is often cooked and consumed similar to a cereal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring a recent sourcing trip, we discovered puffed version of Taiwanese Tartary Buckwheat that locals were brewing up to enjoy like tea. Similar to the nutty, earthy tasting notes of its toasted counterpart, this puffed soba infusion drinks more like a toasty rice milk (think Taiwanese breakfast) instead of baked bread, and the aroma is leavened by the lingering sweet aftertaste of freeze-dried corn. It's heartwarming brewed hot and delicious at room temperature or served iced! \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47180407374011,"sku":"111001","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":47180407406779,"sku":"111002","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/soba-steeped.jpg?v=1763076746"},{"product_id":"prickly-ash-flower","title":"Prickly Ash Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is probably the most unique herbal tea we've carried. Similar to our Maqaw, this flower is often utilized as a spice in savory dishes among the Taiwanese aboriginal tribes. This is the flower of an aromatic shrub known colloquially as prickly-ash. Though the inner berries are typically discarded, they also make for a tasty tea. Prickly-ash is in the same family as citrus, and its citrusy floral aroma comes through more brilliantly when the plant is steeped as a tisane. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFragrance and taste are nearly synonymous with one another in this spice-forward tea, with hints of star anise, grapefruit, gardenia, and orange blossom. The medley of rich, redolent aromas nostalgically reminds us of a visit to grandma’s house. Think quilts and doilies in a cozy living room, with the scent of something delicious simmering in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47180410355899,"sku":"110801","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":47180410388667,"sku":"110802","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/prickly-ash-steeped.jpg?v=1763076791"},{"product_id":"longan-flower","title":"Longan Flower","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe name longan or \"龍眼\" means “dragon eye” in Mandarin, which describes the appearance of the spherical fruit when split open, revealing a black seed surrounded by white flesh. Slightly muskier than the lychee fruit, to which it is related, longan thrives in warm, tropical climates and this one comes from central Taiwan, not far from tea country.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough it is the fruiting body of the longan tree that is most commonly consumed, its flowers can also be steeped to produce a delicate, mildly sweet tea with hints of bee pollen and honey. Lightly fragrant and sweet like a spring fling, sipping longan flower infusion is like walking through a hillside of honeysuckle surrounded by the early morning dew.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47180410978491,"sku":"110701","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":47180411011259,"sku":"110702","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/longan-steeped.jpg?v=1763076662"},{"product_id":"da-yu-ling","title":"Da Yu Ling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Taiwanese high mountain oolong is grown around 2,600 meters above sea level—the highest altitude of any tea-growing region in Taiwan. Though the steep slopes and tight ridgelines of Da Yu Ling tea gardens already make cultivation difficult, in recent years, efforts to restore tea growing regions to forest have further stymied production, contributing to Da Yu Ling’s value and prestige. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeather condition in high elevation is cool and misty all year long, allowing tea plants of Da Yu Ling to grow slowly compared to its lowland counterpart, therefore concentrating its aromatic oils in its tender yet juicy tea leaves. Cultivated in forest like condition, its roots absorb more from its nutrient rich environment, proffering a greater complexity of flavor compared to other high mountain teas. Lightly oxidized and hardly roasted, prized Da Yu Ling batches are made with a light hand to preserve its high mountain chi. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Da Yu Ling maker describes the tea as he motioned both his arms - does it tastes like many types of flowers running towards at you all at once? A sip of Da Yu Ling is like sampling the floral sweet air of a moss-covered forest—wild, luscious, and free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-high-mountain-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about High Mountain Tea\"\u003eHigh Mountain Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":47180589400251,"sku":"103501","price":38.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":47180589433019,"sku":"103502","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":47180589465787,"sku":"103504","price":139.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":47180589498555,"sku":"103508","price":246.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/da-yu-ling-loose-leaf-steeped.jpg?v=1763076662"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/collections\/tea-library-doodle.jpg?v=1778612076","url":"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/collections\/tea-library.oembed","provider":"Té Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}