Description: A top grade of this lesser known style of China Oolong. Slightly green, with a woody aroma and flavor. A style served in Hong Kong Chinese restaurants. Oolong tea is also referred to as Wu-Long, or Black Dragon.
Origin: China
Steeping Suggestions: - Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup Water Temp: 190º Steep Time: 3-5 min.
Average of customer reviews submitted during the last year: ; No. of reviews: 3 Dry Leaf Appearance and Feel: Excellent, Infused Leaf Aroma and Appearance: Excellent, Infused Liquor Flavor: Very Good, Overall Value: Excellent
Jeff Oman
from Minneapolis, MN (United States)
(11/28/2012) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
"This year's crop was SO good. Opening the bag you are surrounded by the aroma of raisins and dates and other dried fruits. The flavor is thick and more akin to Rock oolongs than the Green ones. A really good buy if the quality can remain the same as this year. Use the Gongfu method." Mark Scheid
from Newark, DE (United States)
(11/8/2012) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Many seem to think that the best oolongs are more green than black, but I've always been of the opposite mind. This tea is brought out more than any other in my house for its rich, earthy flavor and stimulating effect. It helps keep me going when I'm working hard, and is the little reward I need to get out of bed some mornings." Milo
(12/2/2012) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
"This bright oolong is one of my favorites. The complex honeyed aroma preludes a creamy, tongue-hugging body with subdued floral notes and a sweet, almost melon-like finish. A fantastic tea and one of Upton's best buys."
Average of customer reviews from prior years: ; No. of reviews:
11
Dry Leaf Appearance and Feel:
Very Good
, Infused Leaf Aroma and Appearance:
Very Good
, Infused Liquor Flavor:
Very Good,
Overall Value:
Very Good
Paul Queitsch
from Churubusco, IN (United States)
(4/24/2007) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"This and TT15 Fine Grade Formosa are my two favorite daily teas, this one getting the edge. I brew it at 165F for 2-3mins. and it has a beautiful, floral aroma and taste. I've had many other Oolongs that cost much more and this easily beats them." Jeff Banaszak
from Munster, IN (United States)
(11/30/2005) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Outstanding! This Oolong is absolutely delightful. It is very green, with generously large leaves and extremely pungent vegetal aromas in the nose. The liquor follows up with the same intense flavor and perfect balance. One of my absolute favorites!" Ric
from Ocoee, FL (United States)
(10/21/2005) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"I've had some good Oolong teas before, but it was truly surprising how good this Oolong was. The taste was not overpowering like some Lapsang Souchong teas are (plus without the smoky flavor), and the finish is very nice. I will buy more before I out" dashjdot
from Lexington, MA (United States)
(4/27/2009) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Wow. Very tasty -- somewhere between what I call "Chinese Restaurant Oolong" and a fine Ti Kuan Yin. And for the cost an incredible value." Rob N
from Catonsville, MD (United States)
(10/22/2007) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"Very good oolong with nice, toasty flavors. Holds up well to multiple infusions. Really hits its stride at the third steeping. Try 4 min for first brew, 3.5 for second, and just over 3 for the 3rd. Beautiful brewed leaf appearance." GMS
from Lake Villa, IL (United States)
(2/9/2006) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Very Good
"Very nice bold leaves, but I find it takes 2-3 tsp. for 8 oz. to be necessary for a full-tasting cup. An excellent taste, unique among oolongs I have tried, is the payoff." Christopher French
from Jericho, VT (United States)
(9/6/2006) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"great tea! not as woody tasting as advertised. smoother and better. nice tea to have on hand. 3 infusions with different characteristics. touch of honey great (sorry, i'm not a purist!)" TeaBozo
from Belleville, NJ (United States)
(12/14/2011) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Good,
Value:
Very Good
"I like green Se Zhong oolong, baked or unbaked. This tea's a bit different, falling between green baked & amber oolong. It's a somewhat woody, middle-of-the-road tea. Not a tea I'd linger over, but one that's fine with food, re-steeps well, & is cheap." RJP
from Chesterton, IN (United States)
(2/1/2004) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Good,
Value:
Very Good
"This mild oolong is an easy drinker and a fine value at such a modest price. Goes very well with food." Ivan Singer
from Arlington, MA (United States)
(3/6/2007) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Good,
Value:
Good
"A nice Oolong, but an not exceptional value. Slight bitterness best tended with honey, though I prefer Tie-Quan-Yin's natural sweetness. A fine drinker to carry on the go." john m chwekun
from La Mesa, CA (United States)
(3/1/2010) Dry Leaf: Average,
Infused Leaf: Average, Liquor: Average,
Value:
Average
"Upton Tea Imports was founded in 1989 with the objective of providing the North American tea drinker with
the finest teas available. We purchase teas from reputable brokers and estates worldwide, dealing only with
sources who are capable of providing top quality teas. We sell directly to the consumer, thus ensuring the
freshest product and fairest pricing."
Holliston, Massachusetts
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