Butterfly Formosa

Tasting Notes: woodsy, honey, stone fruit, baked bread, passionfruit 

Description:  Experience the luxurious combination of stone fruit and honeyed woodsy notes with this exquisite tea - an extra Fancy Formosa. This captivating tea has a luxurious combination of stone fruit, passionfruit, and honeyed woodsy notes. Its well-rounded flavor is elevated by a hint of sweetness reminiscent of freshly baked bread. The finish alludes to a subtle touch of cinnamon, adding warmth to every sip.

This tea exudes an elegant demeanor, embodying the very essence of a rich oolong or delicate black tea with a delectable sweetness and a gentle doughy undertone reminiscent of freshly baked bread drizzled with honey.

This inviting tea with many shades of green and brown tea leaves is only produced in the Taiwanese (Formosa) highlands.  To craft this special tea, tea masters stop the oxidation process at the right moment which means that the outside leaf edges are oxidized and the leaf center remain green. This technique creates the unique flavors of this tea. 

This high-quality oolong tea, featuring twisted rolled leaves and plentiful white tips, is a must-try for both oolong enthusiasts and those who appreciate a lighter-bodied black tea. This remarkable tea is highly recommended for enthusiasts of Oriental Beauty.

Ingredients:  oolong tea from Taiwan

Steep Directions: steep 1 heaping teaspoon of tea per 8 oz below boiling water, 195°F, for 2-4 minutes