Huang Xin Wu Long

A rediscovered cultivar reborn through artisan craftsmanship. Huang Xin Oolong is a rare and nearly extinct Taiwanese cultivar, traced back to the Japanese era and once widely used in export teas during the early 20th century. Revived in the Miaoli region after years of searching, this tea is organically grown and crafted in the traditional and now almost forgotten Fanzhuang style. The name “Huang Xing” (黃心, Yellow Heart) reflects the cultivar’s pale bud color, a result of its low anthocyanidin content—a visual contrast to the popular Qing Xin. This tea offers a rich and complex tasting experience, defined by a distinct candy-like sweetness and a deep, evolving aroma. Dry leaves give off a subtle, fruity sweetness; once infused, they release mouth-watering candy notes that shift with each sniff. The first infusion surprises with a pale golden liquor, offering aromas of warm, freshly baked bread and a crystalline sweetness. The second brew deepens in color and character, revealing honey