According to historical records, tea was first discovered in Taiwan over 300
years ago,
tea trees were growing naturally in the wild.
Then about two hundred years ago
tea trees were brought from the Wuyi area in mainland China's Fujian province
to Northern Taiwan
where they were planted and cultivated.
Taiwan's terrain and climate are perfect for growing tea,
and as a result Taiwan has become one of the world's most well-known
tea growing areas, in addition to producing green and black teas
there are three main types of Oolong tea produced in Taiwan,
including Taiwan oolong tea, Formosa
oolong tea and Taiwan Pouchong tea.
With the Tropic of Cancer traveling through Taiwan it has suitable terrain and excellent
weather for growing
tea trees.
That has made taiwan one of the world's most important tea exporters
there are many tea producing areas in Taiwan including
Northern Taiwan
The Tao-Chu-Miao area
Central Taiwan
and the Hua-Dong area
In Northern Taiwan there are Xin Dian
Pinglin and Shidin in New Taipei City
Muzha and Nangang in the Taipei city
and Dongshan, Sanxing and Datong
in Yilan County the highest producing areas are Pinglin and Shidin.
the most well-known teas are the Pouchong teas from the Wen Shan district
The Tie Guan Yin tea of Muzha and Bi Lou Chun tea of San Xia.
The Tao-Chu-Miao area is where
formosa oolong tea is grown, it's also known as Pon Hong tea
or champagne oolong and it's even better known as 'Oriental Beauty'.
it is only grown in Taiwan and is considered the highest grade of
Taiwanese tea.
The Tao-Chu-Miao area is also known for exporting black tea and green tea
which made a huge profit from exports ensuring a stable foundation for
Taiwan's Industrial development. In Central Taiwan
the Taiwan oolong tea grown in Nantou County is the most popular semi-ball type
Bao Zhong tea
better known as Dung Ting oolong tea is well known in Taiwan and abroad.
It is only grown in the Dong Ting mountain area of Nantou
County at an altitude of between 500 and 800 meters
the production of high-quality Dong Ting oolong tea has expanded to the nearby
towns that mean Ming Jian
and Chusan and gradually has included areas in
Taichung, Yunlin and Chiayi
such as Ali Shan, Mei Shan and Sanlinxi
The main products of the Hua-Dong area include the black tea of Luye village
in
Taitung County and Taiwanese oolong tea
The team Research and Extension station established in 1903
focuses on R & D for the tea industry
the Dong Ting station is the only pesticide inspection unit for tea n the
world
it offers strict quality control for tea leaves
insuring consumer safety.
Differences in variety of tea, production area
degree in fermentation
and production processes can result in the many different special teas of Taiwan.
The different types of tea produced in Taiwan include
Taiwan Pouchong, Formosa oolong,
Taiwan oolong,
Amber oolong, black tea
and green tea.
Taiwan Pouchong tea
Pouchong tea is one of Taiwan's most well-known teas.
It is made from the Ching Xin oolong cultivor using a specialized
process that gives it a unique profile among oolong teas.
The leaves are rolled into a gracefully curled shape and are lovely
dark green
it has a golden brew and distinctive floral aroma
smooth in soothing it has won itself the esteemed name,
'Ching Cha' meaning pure or light tea
Pouchong tea is also used with jasmine flowers to make Shian pian
a unique Jasmine infused Pouchong tea.
the most popular Pouchong tea comes from the Wenshan and district in Taipei
Formosa oolong tea
Formosa oolong is one of the most well-known teams in the world
it's a rare tea harvested only during a two-week period in late June and early
July.
The top two tender leaves in white tipped bonds are selected for processing
about 70 percent oxidized, the bright amber brew has a lively taste
that is not astringent and deliciously fruity.
Also known as white tip oolong and 'Oriental Beauty'.
This tea is produced only in Taiwan and is considered a national treasure.
Formosa oolong is delicious, hot
and great for ice tea too. Many Western tea connoisseurs enjoy adding a
dash of brandy
to enhance the flavor, only the formosa oolong produced in Taiwan is
considered to be of
top quality. It is grown in an environments that is free of chemical
fertilizers and pesticides.
The production areas are located mostly in
Emei and Beibu in Hsinchu County, Toufen and ??? in Miaoli county
Longtan in Taoyuan County and Shidin
in Taipei.
Taiwan oolong tea.
Also known as fragrant or Jade oolong, Taiwan
oolong tea is one of the best quality teas in Asia,
and among the world's most distinctive and famous teas.
Taiwan oolong tea is partially oxidized and yields to
fragrant golden brew, bright and intensely aromatic
with the long-lasting sweet aftertaste or finish.
Taiwan oolong tea is made from leaves that are rolled into a
tight semi-ball shape, the flavor profile can range from a light
refreshing floral crispness to a smooth and buttery taste.
Taiwan oolong is mainly produced in this song
Dong Ting, Ali Shan, Mei Shan
and San Ling Xi areas in Taiwan.
Taiwan oolongs are made primarily from Ching Xin oolong
Ching Xin Tapun, King Hsuan,
Tsui Yu and Si Ji Chun tea tree cultivors
Taiwan oolong tea has a lovely natural flavor
that reflects the environment in which it's grown.
Amber oolong tea
Amber oolong is made using a traditional processing method in which
the tea is roasted or baked
over charcoal, this process gives the tea its unique appearance in flavor.
The tea leaves become brown after a long period of roasting
and the color of the tea liquor is amber. It has a mellow,
rich flavor amber oolong is beneficial for digestion,
especially of greasy or fatty foods.
It can also be brewed with cold water in summer to make a flavorful
iced tea and is often used in bottled
ready to drink teas. There are three classifications of amber oolong,
lightly baked, medium baked and heavily baked.
This kind of tea is made by baking finished
Pouchong oolong teas in small batches in a cylindrical charcoal baker,
it can be baked to match the preferences of the customer.
Black tea
Tea that is steeped from leaves which have been completely oxidized will appear
dark red in color with a slightly malty aroma.
Black tea accounts for about 90 percent of all the tea produced and consumed
in the world.
Taiwan's black teas including
Assam tea and Taiwanese teas number 18 and 21 from Yuchi
and Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County and from the Huadong area.
Of those gongfu tea made with number eighteen is of the best quality
and has a unique aroma.
it's also known as 'red jade'.
Taiwanese black tea is consumed without milk or sugar
it taste delicious all by itself.
Green tea
When brewed green tea produces a liquor which appears dark green or yellowish
green
with an aroma a fresh vegetables. There are two ways of processing green tea
panning and steaming, which are in Chinese,
'Chou Jin' and 'Zen Jin' green tea.
'Chou Jin' green tea is produced in the Bi Lo Chun and Long Jing areas have Sanxia
in new Taipei City
and it's mainly for domestic consumption.
Half a century ago, teas from mainland China call to Chucha
and Zenmei were produced in the Tao-Chu-Miao area
it was produced for export to North Africa, Europe and North America.
Bi Lo Chun tea leaves are emerald in color and slightly
curved, the brew is yellowish green with mellow sweet
and refreshing flavor.
Steamed green tea is Japanese Sencha.
It is mainly produced in Long Tan in Taoyuan County,
and today it's also produced in Mingjian in Nantou
County.
A cup of tea shows that you care...
and it warms the soul.
Drinking tea is one of life's great pleasures,
typically enjoying good tea includes brewing the tea carefully,
smelling its aroma, admiring the color the tea in the cup and savouring its flavor.
Appreciating good tea can be an elegant and refined experience
but it also helps us relax, regardless of whether you are at home
enjoying time with a friend or having tea at work, tea drinkers
today have many convenient choices to accommodate their lifestyle.
Tea is available in all types of packaging including tea bags,
ready to drink cans and bottles. No matter how tea is consumed,
it is the best choice for a natural and refreshing beverage
it satisfies both the body and mind, it can warm the hearts of people in our
modern world.
Sharing a cup of tea is one of the best ways of building relationships.