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Formosa Oolong

$ 25.00

$.16

PER CUP

Formosa Oolong is the style of brown oolong that generations of Americans have loved, especially for its toasty flavor. Dont worry about the stems; the tea is traditionally made this way in Taiwan.

Ingredients:

Oolong Tea

Certifications:
Kosher Halal

Mike's Tea Ratings

Briskness: 1

Body: 2

Aroma: 2

Details: This tea was quite popular in the US for several decades. A British entrepreneur named John Dodd developed it in the middle of the nineteenth century. It is oxidized to about 75%, so it is darker than most other oolongs.

Dry Leaves: This tea is made up of dark brown leaves and stems.

Liquor: Copper.

Aroma: The aroma has nutty and toasty notes with subdued peach flavors underneath.

Caffeine Level: Caffeinated

Body: The oolong is medium bodied.

Flavors: Subtle sweet notes of peaches and roasted carrots covered by toasted walnuts.

Brewing Time: 4 to 5 minutes

Brewing Temp: 205° Fº