Actually, all true teas—whether green, oolong, black, white, yellow, or dark tea—come from one and the same species: Camellia sinensis. Most of the world’s oldest tea trees are found in South-western China, and from here, Camellia sinensis spread out towards Eastern China, Myanmar and Vietnam in the south and North-eastern…

Taiwan’s high mountain terroir, innovative cultivars, and skilled craftsmanship make it a hidden gem for black tea lovers. In this tasting, we explore three exceptional Taiwanese black teas – each with unique aromas, mouthfeels, and stories. Tracing the Roots of Black Tea Black tea originated in 桐木村 (Tóngmù Cūn), a…