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Gaba Oolong Pest.Free

Name: Classic GABA Oolong
SKU: 7700
Price: 19.90 EUR
Availability: InStock

Super Premium 96 P.

SKU

7700

A complex and fruity GABA Oolong with warm, relaxing notes of molasses and apricot, grown without pesticides at an award-winning farm in the renowned tea region of Pinglin, Taiwan.

Character	Complex, fruity, ripe apricot, molasses, wooden barrel
Tea Farm	Located near the Da She lake surrounded by wooded hills
Terroir	Pinglin, Taipei, Taiwan
Harvest	April 2022
Cultivar	Jin Xuan (Tai Cha No.12 台茶12號)
Altitude	400m
Processing	Hand-picked, vacuum-fermented, rolled, roasted
Cultivation	Pesticide-free farming, registered as organic in Taiwan
Awards	2020 Taiwan GABA Tea Competition Five-Star Award 2022 Taiwan GABA Tea Competition Five-Star Award
Grade	96/100 P. (Oolong category) – Super Premium

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The award-winning tea farm is located in picturesque Pinglin in a small town with a population of 6000 by the Da She lake. A designated water conservation area, Pinglin is particularly well known for its Oolong teas, and the hilly landscape is almost exclusively used for growing tea. This tea farm is one of the few in the region that cultivates tea without artificial pesticides or fertilisers, which coupled with gentle, skilful processing, preserves the pure natural fragrance of the leaves.

Flavour

This rich and sensual tea opens with sweet, fruity notes of apricot with a touch of astringency and nuttiness. The bouquet then develops into a deep molasses accompanied by a warm, wooden barrel aroma for a very round and relaxing brew.

Leaf

Ball shaped

Cup

Amber

Oolong (lit. “black snake”) is a partially oxidised Chinese tea that comes in an enormous range of styles and flavours depending on the terroir and how it is processed. The oxidation levels of Oolong vary from light (10–29%) to medium (30–60%) and heavy (up to 70%), which puts it somewhere between a green tea (lightly oxidised) and black tea (fully oxidised). On top of this, Oolong can then be roasted for added depth. The finest Oolongs are generally considered to be produced in Taiwan and the southern part of China around Fujian province.

We go to great lengths to identify the finest organic tea farms across the world’s most celebrated terroirs. All our teas are sourced directly from the farmer and, with a few exceptions, are certified organic or come from pesticide-free farms. Each batch of tea for every harvest is tested for pesticides and other pollutants in an independent German lab to ensure they meet our strict quality standards as well as HACCP food safety requirements.

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Our comprehensive portfolio focuses on organic, single-origin teas sourced directly from renowned farms. We believe in creating partnerships with farmers who share our values and are committed to sustainable, responsible tea cultivation. Thanks to these strong relationships our exciting range is constantly growing and evolving. As an international team of dedicated and passionate tea experts, we are committed to preserving centuries-old tea culture while ensuring it remains relevant and continues to bring joy in the present. About Yoshi En.

Cultivation & Processing

All teas contain modest amounts of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) however GABA teas can contain up to fifty times more of the inhibitory neurotransmitter than in conventional teas. This is achieved via a special vacuum-fermentation process where the harvested leaves are put into tanks that are pumped with nitrogen to create the anaerobic conditions needed to enhance the process of converting glutamic acid in the leaves to GABA, while also creating the distinct GABA tea flavour.

Single Origin

This tea is sourced directly from one tea farm in Pinglin, Taiwan.

Preparation

Brewing

Steep 2 heaped tsp in 150-200ml at 85°C for 60-90 seconds. Suitable for multiple infusions.

For a very mild, relaxing infusion with lots of GABA and little caffeine, steep for 30 seconds only.

Packaging & Storage

Packed in a high-quality, airtight, resealable standing zipper pouch with nine protective layers to preserve flavour and prevent oxidation. After opening, press out as much air as possible when snapping shut. Alternatively place tea leaves in a stylish tea caddy.

Recommended Teapot

Oolong tea is traditionally brewed in small quantities in a Gaiwan, Yixing or porcelain teapot. Alternatively we can recommend a glass teapot with ample room for the leaves to unfurl as they steep.

Test results

We find it very important that our teas are pure and produced in a way that respects the environment. For this reason, each one of our teas is tested for pesticide residues by an independent laboratory, the results of which can be found here. Some of our teas are also tested for specific nutritional compounds, in which case the test results are also published here.

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