Dry leaves of Li Shan oolong in a white dish
Brewed Li Shan leaves inside a teapot
Harvesting in the tea gardens of Li Shan
Pluckers working the steep tea slopes
A cup of Li Shan oolong
Dry leaves of Li Shan oolong
Dry leaves of Li Shan oolong in a white dish Brewed Li Shan leaves inside a teapot Harvesting in the tea gardens of Li Shan Pluckers working the steep tea slopes A cup of Li Shan oolong Dry leaves of Li Shan oolong

Li Shan Cha

SKU: o07ta

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One of Taiwan's great high-mountain teas. Leaves from a garden at 2,400m, finished by the demanding medium-fermentation method. Floral, with a sweet aroma of mango, peach and honey.
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"There is nothing like Li Shan"... The best masterpiece of high mountain tea

Li Shan Cha is made from tea leaves grown at an altitude of 2400m. We source our Li Shan Cha from tea gardens that have received high evaluations in past competitions, and we offer spring teas with the best balance of flavor and sweetness.

In Japan, this height is equivalent to about the 5th station of Mt. Fuji. The unique climate of the high mountains transforms the tea much like alpine plants, creating an unforgettable floral and citrus flavor.

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A glass cup of pale yellow-green tea with a red teapot behind

Refreshing, Elegant Flavor with Sweetness and Smooth Drinking Sensation

The flavor is reminiscent of mandarin orange and lime. Along with a refreshing, clean fragrance, the tea also offers a sweet floral character and honey notes.

Masterpiece Grown in Li Shan

Taiwan has many teas called high mountain teas, but Li Shan Cha always reigns at the top.

The unique soil and climate of Li Shan, along with the harsh winter conditions, create a strong citrus flavor and an elegant, sweet aftertaste that other high mountain teas do not possess.

The Difference is in the Tea Leaves

A tablespoon of tea leaves expands to fill the teapot when hot water is added. If you have time, take out the tea leaves and observe them.

You will notice that the leaves retain their plucked shape and are very soft. They are carefully plucked and processed to maintain their original form.

Flavor and Color Lasts Up to the 7th Infusion

Another feature of high-quality Li Shan Cha is that it can be brewed multiple times. Even after the 7th infusion, the color and flavor remain strong.

With just 5g of tea leaves, you can enjoy about 1 liter of tea.

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About this tea

Origin
Lishan, Taichung, Taiwan
Altitude
2400m
Cultivar
Qing Xin Oolong
Plucking
Hand-plucked
Harvest season
First spring flush
Processing
Medium fermentation
Sourcing
We visit the growing regions frequently and buy directly from the producers

For more on this tea's origin, processing, and brewing, see What Is Taiwanese Oolong Tea? Types and How It Is Made.

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