Oolong tea is considered as one of the most beneficial types of tea. It contains both green tea and black tea compounds. Because it’s half-oxidized, it provides the tea with numerous polyphenolic compounds which have amazing health benefits!
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Benefits of Oolong Tea
Aids in weight loss - studies have shown that drinking oolong tea may increase energy expenditure and fat oxidation by 12%
Research showed that GABA in combination with L-theanine, both in Oolong tea, lessen anxiety, help with memory, and improve sleep
Polyphenols in oolong tea help control blood sugar.
Promotes gut health: Oolong tea may help improve the balance of healthy bacteria in the gut.
Prevents cancer: Drinking oolong tea regularly may help in reducing the risk of breast and ovarian cancer.
Promotes heart health: decreases LDL or bad cholesterol.
Protects the brain against neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s disease.
Promotes bone health.
Reduces dental plaque and prevents tooth decay (drink after a meal)
Both oolong and green tea may reduce the risk of ischemic stroke
L-theanine in tea may help you improve general mood and help de-stress.
Helps treat persistent eczema.
Improves skin health.
High in antioxidants- anti-aging and immune boosting.
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Formosa Oolong is a darker style oolong tea from Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa (which means ‘beautiful’), a name given by the Portuguese explorers of the island. Formosa Oolong has deep, raisiny, and ripe fruit aroma… reminiscent of autumn leaves. Lingering sweet flavor and smooth, refreshingly fruity astringency. This Formosa Oolong is easy to prepare and remains a lovely introduction to Taiwanese tea.
A wake up call to the senses! Our Grapefruit Oolong is invigorating both in scent as well as taste. This blend of premium Taiwan oolong tea and grapefruit is fantastic choice for an afternoon respite, or anytime you need a citrus-infused pick-me-up. Zesty and warming, full boded and slightly dry finish. Refreshingly aromatic.
A tasty mix of 5 Premium teas: O’ Darjeeling, Oolong, Jade Oolong, Fujian Rain Oolong, Jasmine Silver Needle and Jasmine Phoenix Pearls.
Known as the “Iron Goddess Tea”, grown among Osmanthus Flowers - giving this tea a warm, soft, soothingly, intriguing mineral floral aroma.
Combining savory almond with the bright, fruity-floral taste of Taiwanese oolong tea, our Almond Oolong is great on its own, as well as the perfect dessert complement. Smooth, clean and unroasted almond nutty aroma. Full, rounded body and sweet marzipan flavor. The only question now is, is it OK to have two desserts in one evening?
This is a medium grade oolong with a rich tasting amber cup and a variety of minerals, spice and apricots.
Jade Oolong Tea from the Tung Ting Mountain in Nantou County, Taiwan. A highly prized tea, Jade Oolongs are a beautiful deep green in appearance, with large, tightly rolled leaves. Once infused, these lightly oxidized leaves gradually unfurl to release their essential oils. Jade Oolongs are known for their fresh green-floral aroma, sweet flavor, and clean, delicate mouth-feel.
Muscat grape and apricot pit aroma presents a dried fruit flavor and lingering floral notes. This oolong is great iced as well.
Fresh sugar cookies, anyone? For this Vanilla Oolong we start with a naturally sweet oolong from Taiwan. The warm dark sugar quality of vanilla bean adds a perfect flavor and texture element to this already complex tea. So, cookies? Well, that’s just one of several sweet, sugary treats that came to mind when tasting this cup. Brown sugar and honey notes, smooth mouth-feel, lingering fragrance.
Formosa Bai Hao is known by many names – Oriental Beauty, White Tip Oolong, Champagne oolong and Fancy Formosa Silver Tip, to name just a few. This heavily oxidized Taiwanese tea is one of the most prized oolongs in the world. Incredibly sweet, fruity and lush with a delicate warm spicy undertone. Striking and thought-provoking tea, perfect for multiple infusions.
This oolong tea from the misty mountains of Anxi county in the Fuijan region of China, features floral notes of honeysuckle and osmanthus.
Milk Oolong is a relatively new cultivar in the delicious world of Taiwanese teas and is prized for its inherent cream and butter notes. Lower quality versions have these notes enhanced through aromatization but the finest, true Milk Oolongs offer lightly roasted, rolled leaves that yield a light-bodied cup with sweet buttery texture and delicate floral aroma. Also called Jin Xuan or Golden Lily, it is ideal for multiple infusions and a dedicated Yixing teapot.
Makes the best deep peach iced-tea in the Summer, or hot anytime!
This Peach Oolong is made with the darker, more oxidized oolongs of Taiwan that are known for having lush, playful flavors. Deeply floral, honey and juicy, it’s not uncommon to have a lovely cup that’s almost like a succulent slice of peach. Why not let the tea play with some actual peaches? Fragrant and sweet like a perfectly ripe fruit, with a smooth astringency and lingering floral aroma.