Bao Zhong Oolong (Traditional Heavy Roasted)

Bao Zhong Oolong (Traditional Heavy Roasted)

Lychee     |     Dates     |     Smoked Oak

Sourced from the misty hills of Pinglin, Taiwan, this traditional heavy-roasted Bao Zhong is a bold reinterpretation of a contemporary light and floral tea. Hand-picked from high-altitude gardens, it's expertly roasted which transforms the delicate nature of Bao Zhong into a deeper, more robust expression, reflecting generations of tea-making tradition.

This tea brews into a rich amber liquor with golden hues, delivering bold, warming notes of dried apple, caramel, and roasted barley, balanced with hints of lychee, dates, and smoked oak. Its toasty depth is grounded in complexity, yet retains a whisper of the tea’s floral origin.

Bold, nostalgic, and full-bodied, this rare heavy-roasted Bao Zhong offers a comforting, aromatic experience reminiscent of open fires and toasted grain. Ideal for those who enjoy deeper roasted teas with layered warmth and character.

Brewing Recommendations:

Western:
3 g | 250 ml | 90-95°C (195-203°F) | 3-4 min

Gongfu:
5-6 g | 100 ml | 90-95°C (195-203°F) | 20-30 sec (1st), +10 sec

Cold Brewing: 
5 g | 500 ml | 8 - 24 hours in the refrigerator 

Notes:

Western Brewing:
Longer steep times, fewer infusions (1-2).

Gongfu Cha:
Short steeps with multiple infusions (5-8+) Increase steeping time gradually.

Cold Brewing: 
Long steep times in the refrigerator, fewer infusions (1-2).

Adjust based on personal taste, water quality and leaf to water ratio.

*Our tasting notes reflect our personal experience, everyone’s sense of taste and smell is unique. Use them as a guide in your own exploration. Brewing tips are suggestions; feel free to adjust based on your preferences. Enjoy finding your perfect cup!