FullChea Alishan Oolong Loose Leaf Tea 250g (8.8oz) — High-Mountain Hand-Rolled, Floral & Smooth

FullChea Natural Alishan Oolong Tea is a handpicked, high-mountain Taiwan oolong offered as glossy, tightly rolled loose leaves that brew multiple fragrant infusions.

Carefully harvested from Alishan’s high elevations, this 250 g (8.8 oz) loose-leaf oolong preserves the traditional Formosa technique: tender buds plus two leaves are picked and gently rolled into dark green pearls. The cool mountain climate and slow leaf growth produce a mellow, layered cup that many tea drinkers prize for its floral notes, smooth body, and ability to steep more than once without losing character.

What makes Alishan oolong different from other teas?

Alishan oolong comes from Taiwan’s Gaoshan (high-mountain) tea gardens where altitude, mist, and cooler temperatures slow growth and concentrate flavor. The leaves are processed by hand with precise withering and rolling to create a fragrant, balanced tea that sits between green and fully oxidized oolongs.

• Hand-harvested in high-altitude Alishan tea gardens for nuanced aroma.
• Traditional rolling creates glossy, green pearl-shaped leaves.
• Medium oxidation yields both floral and roasted notes.
• Designed for multiple short infusions that evolve in flavor.

How should I brew FullChea Alishan Oolong for best results?

Use water just off a boil (around 185–195°F / 85–90°C) and short infusion times to reveal the tea’s subtle layers without bitterness. Multiple quick steeps let the leaves unfurl gradually and show changing aromas and flavors with each infusion.

• Measure 6–8 g (about 1.5–2 teaspoons) per 8 oz cup or gaiwan.
• Rinse leaves briefly with hot water, then steep 30–45 seconds for first infusion.
• Increase steeping by 10–20 seconds for subsequent infusions; expect 3+ good steeps.
• Use a glass or porcelain teapot to watch unfurling and maintain pure flavor.

What flavor profile and aroma can I expect?

FullChea Alishan Oolong offers an elegant, mellow cup with floral top notes, a light honey sweetness, and a clean, rounded finish. The hand-rolled leaves release layered scents as they open, moving from fresh green and floral to subtly creamy or toasted hints in later steeps.

• Initial aroma: floral and orchard-like, with light sweetness.
• Palate: smooth body with gentle honey and vegetal undertones.
• Finish: clean, soft aftertaste with low astringency.
• Appearance: bright, clear liquor that stays consistent across infusions.

Are these tea leaves handled and selected carefully?

Yes—FullChea follows traditional selection: one bud plus two leaves, hand-picked for tenderness and sheen. The artisanal approach means you may see some stems in the brew, a normal sign of hand-processing rather than machine trimming.

• Picked using the bud-and-two-leaves standard for quality and balance.
• Leaves are rolled into dark green pearls that unfurl while steeping.
• Handmade processing preserves natural leaf structure and aroma.
• No heavy blending or artificial flavoring—single-origin Alishan leaves.

Who is this for? FullChea Natural Alishan Oolong is well suited for tea enthusiasts who appreciate single-origin, hand-processed Taiwanese teas and for anyone wanting a versatile loose leaf that rewards repeat infusions. It’s a good choice if you enjoy exploring subtle flavor evolution across multiple steeps or prefer a smooth, floral cup that works for daily enjoyment and mindful tea sessions.