Steep time
2–5 min
Recommended
Steeps
5
Recommended
Water temp
95°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
medium
Typical
Highlighted notes
Orange
Overview
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairings: Fresh Peach Tart, Almond Biscotti, Citrus Poached Salmon
Prosperity in a Pot This semi-oxidized tea's fruity fragrance is complemented by the essence of spring peach blossoms. Oolong tea grown along winding mountain streams in China’s Fujian province produces a cup with a bright flavor and a pleasing, flowery finish. See more Oolong Tea » Additional Details Oolong Tea With origins in Taiwan and southeast China, the best oolong tea is produced when tea leaves are oxidized in direct sunlight until they give off a precise and pleasant fragrance — somewhere between apples, orchids, and peaches. Sip one of our delicious oolong teas and learn about the allure of oolong.