🏔️ Provenance & Craftsmanship: Inheriting a Century of Lugu Heritage

• Classic Tea Region: Selected from the premium tea gardens of Lugu, Nantou, where the cool climate and fertile soil provide the perfect cradle for the legendary Dong Ding tea.

• Traditional Roasting: We adhere to the traditional "medium oxidation, medium roast" process. Through repetitive rolling and expert temperature-controlled roasting, we extract the tea's unique, deep character.

• Authority Certified: Every batch comes with a Taiwan DNA Provenance Certificate and has passed SGS pesticide residue testing to ensure authentic Taiwanese quality.

🍵 Unique Flavor Profile: Roasted Aroma & Robust Aftertaste

• Appearance: The tea liquor is bright and full-bodied, displaying a beautiful amber (golden-orange) hue.

• Palate: Round and substantial on the tongue with a distinctive "Roasted Rhyme" (Pei Huo Yun). It is exceptionally durable for multiple steepings with a strong, sweet aftertaste.

• Aroma: Features a mature fruity fragrance combined with delicate notes of charcoal roasting. The scent is calm and sophisticated, leaving a lasting impression.

🌿 Product Highlights

• 100% Taiwan Origin: We guarantee no blending with cheap imported teas; every leaf is grown in Taiwan.

• Gentle on the Stomach: The roasting process makes the tea's properties milder, making it suitable for regular drinking or those with sensitive stomachs.

• Artisan Monitored: Supervised by senior tea masters to ensure every batch meets the four standards of Dong Ding tea: Aroma, Density, Purity, and Character.

🌡️ Brewing Suggestions: Releasing the Tea’s Soul

1. Warm the Pot: Use boiling water to rinse the teaware, raising the temperature to awaken the roasted aroma.

2. Tea Amount: Add tea leaves to cover approximately 1/5 to 1/4 of the bottom of the pot.

3. Water Temperature: Recommended brewing temperature is 95°C - 100°C (203°F - 212°F). High heat is essential to trigger the roasted notes.

4. Steeping Time: Steep for 50-60 seconds for the first brew, then increase by 10 seconds for each subsequent brew.

5. Best Served Hot: This tea is specially recommended as a hot brew to appreciate its complex layers and rich finish.

❓ Xin Long Yuan Q&A: Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: What is the difference between Dong Ding Oolong and High Mountain Tea?

  • A: High Mountain Tea focuses on "Freshness and Cold Rhyme" (unroasted), while Dong Ding Oolong emphasizes the "Roasted Flavor and Body" (medium roasted), offering a more traditional and richer experience.

• Q: Can this tea be stored for a long time?

  • A: Yes. Roasted Dong Ding tea is highly stable. When stored in a cool, dry, and sealed environment, the flavor will become even smoother and more sophisticated over time.

• Q: Who should choose Dong Ding Oolong?

  • A: It is the top choice for those who enjoy a thick tea soup, love roasted aromas, or prefer a tea that is less "cooling" in nature.