Beipu and Emei, Hsinchu County, Taiwan – Elevation 920 meters – 60% oxidation – Twisted strip shape – Notes of honey, peach, and muscat grape.
Oriental Beauty Tea, also known as Bai Hao Oolong, originates from Beipu and Emei in Hsinchu County, Taiwan, at an elevation of 920 meters. It is very limited in production and has a unique growing process with absolutely no pesticides used.
Due to the special climate, nourished by the spirit of the mountains and rivers, the essence of sun and moon, and the mystical transformation of morning dew, the tea buds grow plump, the leaves shrink, the stems become shorter and curved. A defining feature is the white fine hairs (bai hao) at the tip of the buds. It is entirely handcrafted and undergoes 60% oxidation, resulting in a twisted strip-like shape.
In the 18th century, Oriental Beauty Tea was highly favored by the British royal family, which is why it was named "Oriental Beauty."
The premium grade Oriental Beauty Tea has a fragrance reminiscent of honey, with notes of peach and muscat grape. The aroma is sweet and floral, and the liquor is particularly distinctive—amber in color (close to reddish-orange), and crystal clear. It can be enjoyed in various ways.
Special Feature: Oriental Beauty Tea can be aged for many years, even up to 100 years, with its flavor becoming increasingly refined and perfect over time.
BREWING INSTRUCTION:
1. After heating the teapot, put about one-fourth of the tea leaves into the pot.
2. Pour boiling water at 80℃/176°F into the teapot, then immediately pour it out.
3. Steep the tea for about 30-40 seconds for the second to third steep, and about 1 minute for the fourth to eighth steep. The steeping time can be adjusted according to personal preference, and the tea can be steeped multiple times continuously.
4. The best materials for teaware are clay and ceramics.
5. Water with mineral water or purified water is preferred.
STORAGE METHOD:
1. Store the tea leaves in a cool, dry place, avoiding high temperature and humidity or direct sunlight.
2. Do not let the tea leaves come into contact with moist items.
