{"title":"Oolong Teas for Beginners","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFor your ideal introduction to the world of Oolong teas, here you will find a selection that impresses with delicate aromas and easy preparation. These hand-picked varieties offer you a harmonious overview of the fascinating flavor diversity of green and heavily oxidized Oolongs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"superior-tie-guan-yin-oolong-tee","title":"Superior High Mountain Tie Guan Yin Oolong","description":"\u003cp\u003ePopular oolong from Fujian, China. Superior quality. Very good for entering the Oolong world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuperior Zhengwei Tie Guan Yin Oolong - \"Die eiserne Göttin\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2022 harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis High Mountain Tie Guan Yin, the Iron Goddess, is hand finished and rolled in the traditional way of making oolong. The tea was harvested in the period from October 21st to 23rd, when the north wind comes to Fujian. In southern Fujian, it is said that the tea blown by the north wind is the gold prize tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis high-mountain Tie Guan Yin is cultivated at an altitude of 1000m by Master Zhang in Da Gu Shan, which is the border between Anxi and Datian counties. The local tea farmers and tea producers in the village rely on natural cultivation. Seasoned oolong tea drinkers can easily recognize the extra smooth texture and flavors of a high mountain tea. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGeruch des Tie Guan Yin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh like honeysuckle and tropical plants, at the same time creamy and warm like shortbread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe taste\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm and creamy like egg custard with fruity and fresh flavors like star fruit and honeysuckle\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econsistency\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium thickness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes from a tea lover trying oolong tea for the first time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFLAVOR\/SMELL \u003cbr\u003eSweetish, honey, round, warm, mild\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTASTE \u003cbr\u003eLight, tart (spinach? artichoke? asparagus?), green tea note, pleasantly sweet aftertaste \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long should this tea steep?\u003c\/h3\u003e\nDepending on whether you have the tea \u003cstrong\u003ewestern style in a large pot\u003c\/strong\u003e prepare or \u003ca href=\"\/en-gb\/blogs\/tee-wissen\/gong-fu-tee-zubereitung-oder-wie-man-tee-richtig-geniesst\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ein the traditional \"Gong Fu style\"\u003c\/a\u003e you should note clearly different brewing times: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor example, if you brew a liter of oolong, you should drink the tea \u003cstrong\u003eabout 3-4 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e to let go. If it steeps even longer, the tea will be correspondingly more intense. It is best to use 2-3 teaspoons of tea leaves for this amount of water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo you decide for \u003cstrong style=\"color: #555555; font-size: 14.4px;\"\u003ethe preparation gong fu style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #555555; font-size: 14.4px;\"\u003e in a gaiwan or a small clay pot (yixing) you should steep the tea for a much shorter time. As is well known, you throw away the first infusion. For the second infusion, a guide value of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #555555; font-size: 14.4px;\"\u003eabout 20 - 30 seconds. \u003c\/strong\u003eHowever, the amount of tea you add is much higher! Use about 3 teaspoons for about 200ml of tea! Due to the short brewing time, the tea does not become too strong. The aroma and the intensity of the taste are overwhelming. Can you spot the different nuances?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that the tea comes in different packaging, but the inside is the same Superior Zhengwei Tie Guanyin.","brand":"Teewald","offers":[{"title":"40 g","offer_id":36980340752441,"sku":"OT-020-40","price":11.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"80 g","offer_id":36980340785209,"sku":"OT-020-80","price":23.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0086\/3449\/9129\/products\/SuperiorzhengweiTieGuanYin2022.jpg?v=1678982820"},{"product_id":"wuyi-laocong-shuixian-oolong","title":"Wuyi Laocong Shuixian Oolong","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWuyi Laocong Shuixian Oolong (no Yancha\/Rock Tea)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest: 05.2020. Cultivar: 60-year-old Shuixian. This Shuixian Oolong comes from the Wuyi mountain area and has a fruity sweetness . It is charcoal baked with low fire and has a bakery warmth. It has a similar taste to Wuyi Yancha but less mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome shops may sell it as Yancha, but we don\u0026rsquo;t taste the \u0026ldquo;rock rhyme\u0026rdquo; a Yancha has. However, it does not stop us from purchasing this tea because it is a really comforting and delicious Oolong from the Wuyi mountain. One that makes a good daily Oolong tea，especially in cold seasons. It tastes amazing no matter one brews Gongfu style, in a big pot or in a metal thermalflask for on the way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Teewald","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36980349894713,"sku":"OT-027-40","price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0086\/3449\/9129\/products\/LaocongWuyiShuixianOolong.jpg?v=1679321649"},{"product_id":"carbyne-gaba-oolong","title":"Carbyne Gaba Oolong","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbyne Gaba Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e slightly fermented Gaba with a very fruity and honey-like taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2024\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ecultivar\u003c\/strong\u003e : Qingxin\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tea garden at 700 m above sea level in Nantou\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRoasting level:\u003c\/strong\u003e light\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation degree:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFermentation method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anaerobic fermentation\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eGaba content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 156 mg \/ 100 g\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFlavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : fruity, honey\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eCarbyne Gaba Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e , harvested in spring 2024, comes from a tea garden in Nantou, Taiwan, located 700 m above sea level. This special oolong is made from the renowned Qingxin cultivar and is characterized by careful processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eUnique taste and character\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e With a \u003cstrong\u003efermentation level of 40%\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003elight roast\u003c\/strong\u003e , this tea develops an incomparable aroma. The fruity notes, combined with a honey-like taste, make it a true delight for connoisseurs and lovers of high-quality teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehealth and well-being\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Carbyne Gaba Oolong is produced using an anaerobic fermentation method that increases the Gaba content to an impressive \u003cstrong\u003e156 mg per 100 g\u003c\/strong\u003e . Gaba, known for its calming and stress-reducing properties, makes this tea a perfect choice for moments of relaxation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA sustainable pleasure\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Thanks to its unique terroir and gentle processing, Carbyne Gaba Oolong combines the highest tea enjoyment with appreciation for nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eA little about GABA\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e GABA is the abbreviation for gamma-aminobutyric acid, an amino acid that is one of the most important neurotransmitters in the central nervous system. By adding an additional step of fermenting the oolong tea in an oxygen-free and nitrogen-rich environment for less than 30 hours, the GABA element in the tea is increased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Gaba tea was an invention of the Japanese. But the Gaba tea made from Japanese tea leaves is quite astringent. 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