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Charcoal Baked Oolong (炭焙乌龙 – Tan Bei Oolong) – Rich, Smoky Taiwanese Oolong with Deep Complexity
Price range: $5.90 through $39.00
Discover our Charcoal-Baked Oolong, meticulously hand-roasted by Master Tea Artisans skilled in the rare art of charcoal-roasting, a craft that takes a decade to master. Harvested in spring and gently withered under the sun, the tea leaves are then roasted over longan-wood charcoal in bamboo baskets atop fruitwood coal for 2 weeks. This process yields a rich, dark infusion with a sweet chocolate aroma. Enjoy a bold yet delicate flavor profile, with toasty nutty notes and hints of dried fruit. Despite its extended roasting, the tea maintains a soft, subtle fruitwood charcoal aroma and an exceptionally smooth mouthfeel.
Flavor Profile: Tasting Notes
🌿Aroma: Bold, smoky, sweet, toasted grain
🌿Flavor: Deep, full-bodied, caramel, brown sugar, roasted nuts
🌿Finish: Warm, lingering, smooth, slightly sweet
Tip: Use a clay teapot or a ceramic gaiwan to bring out the full depth of flavors. The smoky notes develop beautifully, especially in longer infusions. Ideal for pairing with savory foods or enjoying during cooler months.
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Description
Origin and Craft
🌿Origin: Taiwan
🌿Cultivar: Mainly Qing Xin (青心乌龙)
🌿Elevation: 600–1,200m
Harvest:
🌿Hand-plucked from select oolong gardens
🌿Harvested during the autumn season for optimal leaf quality and roasting potential
Processing:
🌿This oolong is traditionally roasted over charcoal, a method that imparts its characteristic smoky flavor. The leaves are carefully withered, rolled, and roasted in multiple stages, each layer adding depth to its flavor profile. The charcoal roasting process is meticulous, creating a balance of earthy, toasted, and sweet notes.
Brewing Guide
🌿Water temperature: 200°F (93°C)
🌿Steep time: 3–5 minutes
🌿Multiple infusions encouraged – subsequent steeps reveal softer roasted notes and enhanced sweetness.
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Hi Sher Min! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the Charcoal-Baked Oolong. We appreciate your honesty! It’s understandable that the roasted flavor might not suit everyone’s palate, especially if you prefer lighter oolongs like Butter Oolong or Tie Guanyin. It’s great to know you can appreciate the quality and uniqueness of the tea, even if it didn’t wow you personally. If you ever decide to explore more teas in the future, we’d love to help you find something that fits your taste better. Thank you again for your feedback!