Ying Xiang
This Ying Xiang Oolong from Master Liao Wei-Chun (aka Ryan) stands out for its clean and well-crafted profile. Made from the Ying Xiang cultivar (Tai Cha #20), this half-rolled tea offers a rich, woody aroma balanced by a creamy smoothness. Fruity notes unfold alongside subtle vegetal notes reminiscent of spinach and asparagus, with earthy undertones of coffee and tobacco leaves. As the tea cools, a delicate red fruit aroma emerges. The cultivar of this tea is a cross between Qing Xin Oolong and 2022-Strain, giving it a distinctive creamy character in addition to the typical Qing Xin flavor, making it a unique experience even for Taiwan Oolong lovers. Written by Mauzi The tea master Liao Wei-Chun, based in Taipei City, is a distinguished student of Huangtan Chen, known in the Western world as Atong, arguably Taiwan’s most renowned tea expert. Master Chen’s tea classes at the community college in Taipei attract numerous enthusiasts, yet only two students have the privilege of teaching