This has been one of my favorite winter harvest oolongs since i tried it in 2007.
Too bad I didn’t stock up on it before it sold out. Very easy to brew and lasts many infusions. The 2007 seemed a bit more balanced.
2008 Winter Awarded Song Po Oolong
Oolong Tea by Hou De Asian Art & Fine Teas
Harvest: 2008 Winter
Method: Machine-harvested, Hand destemmed
Cultivar: Chin shin (green-centered) oolong
Location: Ming Jian, Nan Tou, Taiwan
Description: We are very glad to introduce the awarded Song Po oolong from 2008 Winter Tea Competition in Ming Jian, Nan Tou, Taiwan.
Aroma is richly caramelized with a solid Osmanthus-like floral fragrance. Liquor is crystal clear and has a light golden color. The texture of the liquor is smooth and thick. A very pleasant to enjoy tea which is exquisite in taste!
