Shanlinxi Oolong Tea
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Attributes
Leaf Shape
Even and tight, into hemispherical granules
Liquor Color
Dark green and shiny
Fragrance
Light and elegant fragrance, with natural fruity aroma
Taste
Rich and delicious
Brewed Tea Leaves
Green background with red edges
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Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Introduction
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea is a newly created famous tea. It was first cultivated by Lin Yixiong, the head of Lugu Township, Zhushan Town, and others around 1985. Later, because its production area was close to the Shanlinxi Music District, it was named Shanlinxi Oolong Tea for the convenience of promotion.
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Origin
Shanlin River above Xitou Forest Recreation Area in Da’anli, Zhushan Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Production Process
Due to the high altitude and varied terrain of the production area, the growth of tea trees in different places is also different, so the picking time should be changed according to the actual situation. The picking standard is fresh leaves with one bud and two leaves. After picking, it goes through the processes of sun withering, cooling, killing, rolling, initial baking (low temperature), wrapping and rolling, and re-baking.
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Purchase Guide
Shanlinxi high mountain tea has a cold fragrance (the fragrance remains unchanged when heated) and a sweet, rich and active taste, which is one of its major characteristics.
Shanlinxi Oolong Tea Quality Identification
In terms of appearance, the dry tea is even and tight, forming hemispherical particles, with a dark green and glossy color. After brewing, the aroma is light and elegant, with natural fruity fragrance, and the soup is honey green and transparent.
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