Kong Fu Oolong

You are probably most familiar with the Chinese words Kung Fu as referring to the martial arts. This however, is by association and these words actually have other meanings in Chinese. Kung Fu actually refers to hard work, labor, and dedication toward any task or any goal. Kong Fu Cha High Mountain Taiwanese Oolong Tea has flavors like rare Orchid Dancong. Rich and earthy, roasted to perfection, Kong Fu Cha follows the ancient method of charcoal fire using the coveted Dragon Eyes Tree. Kong Fu Cha is slow roasted repeating the process ten times.

Brewing Instructions:

Prepare the tea leaves in advance, so that they are ready to be placed in the pot as soon as it has been warmed. A tea caddy, or “tea presentation vessel," is recommended for this purpose, as is a proper set of tea tools. Approximately one to two teaspoons of leaves is a good quantity to begin with and is easily adjusted to taste after the initial infusion. Oolong Tea: For light oolongs, such as Bao Zhong & Imperial Green, use 70°-80°C (158°-176°F) water and an infusion time of 3 to 5 minutes. For darker styles, including Tieguanyin & Yan Cha—between 80° and 90°C (176-194°F) again steeping 3 to 5 minutes.

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