Charcoal-Roasted Oolong · Nº 4

Charcoal-Roasted Oolong · Nº 4

A traditionally roasted oolong shaped by the careful application of charcoal heat over multiple roasting sessions. As the leaves cool slowly atop stone walls, notes of roasted corn, baked fruit, and caramelised sweetness emerge from the roast. The result is a tea of depth and warmth, reminiscent of winter kitchens and long evenings gathered around the table.

Provenance

Region: Lugu, Nantou
Cultivar: Qingxin Oolong
Method: Naturally farmed, hand-picked, single plot
Microclimate: Mid-elevation mountain slopes with strong morning sun, persistent afternoon fog, cool nights, and shaded conditions that concentrate flavour before roasting

Finishing

Oxidation: Medium oxidation
Roast: Medium roast, charcoal roasted

Experience

Aroma & Taste: Toasted chestnut, almond, soft woodiness, gentle charcoal smoke, and caramelised sweetness.
Mouth-feel: Round, velvety, and deeply comforting.
Body-feel: Grounding, warming, hearth-like.

Brewing Recommendation

Western: 3g (1 tea bag), boiled water, 6–9 min
Traditional: 3g, 95°C, 25–30s, then increase time over multiple infusions

For the best flavour, we recommend using filtered water.