Fujian Red Oolong
Red Oolong is a relatively new style of oolong tea. The oxidation degree of Red Oolong is somewhere between a typical oolong (30-70%) and a red tea (called "black tea" in the West, approximately 90-100%). The leaf is usually tightly rolled, as in Anxi oolongs. The infusion produces a deep red to amber colored drink, hence the name red oolong. The tea has a well-balanced flavor between cereal and caramel. The taste is smooth and rounded, with the complexity of oolong but also the full body and sweetness of red tea. Mouthfeel: smooth, almost velvety, less bitter or astringent than many black teas. This style was only developed in the 21st century by tea producers in Taiwan and Fujian. The goal was to create a tea that combines both the fresh florality of oolong with the depth and sweetness of red tea. Its balance certainly appeals to novice tea drinkers who are used to black tea but are curious about oolong.
| SKU | O-159 |
|---|---|
| Stock | Permanent collection |
| Certification | Certificate of Analysis |
| Flavours | Sweet, aramel |
| Origin | --> CHINA |
| Harvest | 2025 |
| Brewing western | Oolong tea: Use 2 grams of tea per cup (200ml) and brew medium to hot, around 80° to 100°C, allow to steep for 3-5 minutes and infuse at least 3 times. |
| Brewing eastern | Use 3 grams of tea per 100ml of water, the water temperature is between 90 and 100 ° C and short steeps of around 10 seconds. It's best to use a small teapot or gaiwan. |
| Grandma's tea | For an old-fashioned cup of tea from a teapot with a strainer, relaxed and economical. Use approximately 7 grams of tea per liter of boiling water and let it steep for about 7 minutes, Suitable for all teas except green tea. or longer if the tea can take |
| Cold Brew | Cold infusion, use 10 to 16 grams of tea per liter of cold water. Let the tea steep overnight in the fridge, 12 to 15 hours. You can vary with the proportions for example to add sparkling water afterwards. |
| Shelf life | Store this product cool, dark, dry and airtight; after a year the fresh taste develops into a more mellow taste. |