Formosa Fancy Oolong Tea
Formosa Fancy Oolong Tea is a prestigious semi-fermented Taiwanese oolong, appreciated for its extraordinary aromatic elegance and the finesse of its leaves. The precious light tips crowning the whole buds testify to the careful selection of the harvests and the quality of the processing. In the cup, it develops an intense and refined floral bouquet, accompanied by a smooth texture and a long, velvety aromatic persistence. A rare Formosa speciality, produced in limited quantities and intended for the most demanding connoisseurs.
- type: semi-fermented oolong tea.
- format: whole semi-fermented leaves with clearly visible precious light tips.
- origin: Taiwan (Formosa).
- aroma: floral, intense and delicately spicy.
- taste: smooth, elegant and persistent, with light sweet and floral notes.
- processing: traditional semi-fermentation with carefully selected whole leaves.
Among the great Taiwanese teas, Formosa Fancy Oolong Tea holds a prominent position due to its aromatic complexity and refined processing. The leaves are carefully harvested, preserving the fine silver tips that contribute to the natural sweetness of the infusion and the depth of the aromatic bouquet.
The partial oxidation typical of oolongs achieves a unique balance between floral freshness and velvety structure. Intense floral notes emerge during tasting, accompanied by subtle spicy undertones and an elegant sweetness that lingers long on the palate.
The structure of the buds remains clearly recognizable even after infusion, a distinctive sign of high-level artisanal processing. The limited production and high quality of the leaves make this tea a particularly appreciated choice among connoisseurs.
- aroma: intense floral bouquet with delicate sweet notes and light spicy undertones.
- taste: soft, refined, and lingering, with an elegant floral finish.
- leaf appearance: whole leaves with precious light tips and well-defined buds.
- processing: traditional Taiwanese semi-fermentation with careful manual selection of leaves.
Western method:
- dosage: 3 grams per 200 ml of water.
- water temperature: 90–100 °C.
- brewing time: 2-3 minutes.
Formosa Fancy Oolong Tea offers a rich and balanced sensory experience, ideal for those seeking aromatic depth without excessive tannic intensity. The semi-fermentation process develops a soft and harmonious infusion, naturally elegant and persistent.
Thanks to the quality of the leaves and meticulous processing, this oolong is perfect for slow and contemplative tastings, highlighting the floral complexity and extraordinary finesse typical of great Formosa teas.
Formosa Fancy Oolong Tea