Origin
Taiwan
Asia
Caffeine Level (mg/1g)
Description
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Description
Brandy Oolong, Ruby 18 – Rich, Honeyed Taiwanese OolongQuickly earning its place among Taiwan's most treasured teas, Brandy Oolong, Ruby 18 is joining the ranks of Taiwan's most famous oolongs, such as Tung Ting, Jade Oolong and Aged Oolong. We absolutely love this tea! It's highly oxidized — roughly 85 to 90%, but not fully — and crafted using traditional Taiwanese oolong methods. The leaves' rich amber color and the deep hue of the tea liquor give this oolong its unique "brandy" name. Once steeped, the tea soup is a dark amber with heady, aromatic roasted notes of caramelized honey and stone fruit. Its flavor is layered and complex, with deep, dark honey, sweet cinnamon-like notes and refreshing, cooling minty undertones that come from the famous Ruby 18 cultivar. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItBrandy Oolong offers the richness of a black tea with the complexity and smoothness of a fine oolong. It's wonderfully smooth, never bitter and finishes with an excellent lingering sweetness. It will quickly become one of your favorites, too!
How to EnjoyBrew it gongfu-style for multiple infusions to explore its evolving honey and fruit notes, or enjoy it in a teapot as a special afternoon treat. It pairs beautifully with dark chocolate, roasted nuts and fruit desserts. Rich, smooth and irresistibly sweet, Brandy Oolong, Ruby 18 is a modern Taiwanese classic. |
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- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
- Compostable and recyclable
Make it your kind of cup
ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 011 tbsp (3 g)Scoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 02195-205°F (90-96°C)8 oz (240 ml)Just add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 032–3 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 012 tbsp (6 g)Scoop your leavesUse the amount shown for one glass over ice.
- 02205°F (96°C)8 oz (240 ml)Brew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 033 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downPour over a glass full of ice.
- 011 tbsp (3 g)per 8 oz (240 ml)Scoop your leavesAdd the tea to a jar or pitcher.
- 02Cold waterAdd cold waterPour cold, filtered water over the leaves and close the lid.
- 038–12 hLet it chillLeave it in the fridge, then strain out the leaves.
- 04Serve chilledPour and enjoyKeeps in the fridge for up to two days.
A little steeping tipRich and fruity with a brandy-like warmth. Re-steep 3–4 times.
Why cold brewCold water draws out less bitterness, so the tea tastes smooth and naturally sweet.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Think of these as a starting point. Every tea is a little experiment, so adjust the amount, temperature and time to your taste.
Details
Preparation:
Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 8oz/200ml of water at 195F/90°C and steep for 2-3 min.
Ingredients:
Oolong tea
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