{"title":"Taiwanese Tea","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"milk-oolong-tea","title":"Milk Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yun Hai Taiwanese Tea Collection represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea. First up is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e, who sources directly from tea masters producing Taiwanese oolongs so good that they sell out before they even make it to market in Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis loose leaf, ball-rolled milk oolong has a velvety character and buttery shortbread aroma. Brewing produces a flaxen broth with subtle tasting notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from the jinxuan 金萱 cultivar, it’s produced with light oxidation (25%) and a 15 hour roast, leading to a plushly textured tea with a surprisingly delicate flavor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you brew, you’ll notice the tea balls unfurl to reveal whole leaves, stems, and buds—an indication that the farmer has handpicked the youngest tip of the plant, and an affirmation of quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1300 meters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOxidation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slowly roasted for 15 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e sweet cream, pear, wildflowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 150ml water \/ 205 degrees \/ 60 sec \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Drink It\u003c\/h4\u003eWe recommend brewing 5 grams of tea with 150ml of water at 205 degrees Fahrenheit for 60 seconds, but truthfully, it’s so good, you can’t go wrong. When starting with high quality tea, brewing can be as simple or as complex as the individual prefers, with a variety of different results, all enjoyable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou could brew gong fu style, with a gaiwan or clay teapot. Or, go “grandpa style,” as BANGtea suggests, and toss some leaves into a beaker with hot water, no measuring. We love it as a cold brew, too: add 8-10g of this tea into a 16oz water bottle, and let it steep in the fridge overnight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair it with botanical \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/tea-and-dried-fruit-pairing-bundle\"\u003edried pearl guava\u003c\/a\u003e for an afternoon snack or, for a hearty breakfast, floral \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/collections\/taiwanese-fruit\/products\/taiwanese-red-guava-jam\"\u003ered guava jam\u003c\/a\u003e spread over a warm scone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Taste It\u003c\/h4\u003eWhile we are brewing-method agnostic and feel that great results can be achieved in many ways, we do feel strongly about using your senses to experience the tea in all of its stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling the leaves around in your hand to appreciate the color, shape, weight, and density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmelling the leaves before and after brewing—dry and wet—for a completely different experience. We recommend putting your nose into the brewing vessel, breathing out hot air, and then inhaling. The heat from your body warms up the leaves and activates their flavor and scent compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTasting the broth by rolling it around in your mouth before swallowing. Notice the parts of your mouth being activated. Is it juicy along the sides of the tongue? Chalky on the palate? Lingeringly sweet in the back of the throat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTracking the flavors and smells as they develop throughout the drinking experience. How does the aroma linger while you drink (retronasal olfaction), and how does that smell impact the experience?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppreciating the color. We love to brew tea in clear glass to see both the leaves and the hue as they transform throughout the brewing process. The color of tea is expressed on a wide spectrum: the black oolong leaves have an inkiness to them from the oxidation, while the milk oolong offers just a wisp of flax in the first brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow Our Tea Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003eThis oolong is grown at an elevation of 1300m on an organic tea farm in the misty high mountains of Alishan, Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter hand picking the tea leaves and buds, the producers wither the tea under the sun to dehydrate them and make them more pliable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, they tumble the leaves in a large cylindrical basket to encourage oxidation. The agitation bruises the cell walls of the leaves and allows the amino acids, polyphenols, and enzymes to interact, causing the flavor of the tea to develop. To continue the oxidation process, they lay the leaves out on bamboo plates and periodically toss them by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the desired level of oxidation is reached, the tea undergoes \"kill green\" 殺青, a critical step in the oolong-making process that halts flavor change by tumbling the leaves in high heat for a short period of time. They then roll and dry the leaves over the course of a few hours, targeting a 2% moisture content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tea is meant to be unroasted, production stops here. If it’s meant to be roasted, the dried leaves are exposed to heat until their final flavor is achieved.\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eButter cookies and toasted seaweed on the nose with tasting notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5g per 150ml water \/ 205 degrees F \/ 60 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen brewed this way, each box yields about 10 pots of tea that can be brewed 3-5 times each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eJinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a dark place, not exposed to sunlight and in a temperature-stable location. After opening, close the bag with a clip to limit exposure to oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout BANGtea\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e was established in 2018 by Samantha Tilney to bring the highest quality Taiwanese oolong tea to the U.S. She works directly with tea masters to produce the top 1% of oolong that never makes it to market, even in Taiwan. She strives to highlight the variation in flavors across seasons and processing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Yun Hai Tea Collection\u003c\/h4\u003eOur name, Yun Hai 雲海, means “sea of clouds”—it describes a phenomenon that happens high in the mountains of central Taiwan. In the afternoon, the clouds settle lower than the mountain peaks and cover the land in a blanket of mist. When viewed from the highest summits, the mountaintops appear as islands in a rolling sea of vapor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis atmospheric effect is important for growers of high mountain tea. To us, it symbolizes how Taiwan’s populations have come together with the terrain to produce the unique culture and cuisine we love so well. Centuries of skill and craftsmanship are stewarded by Taiwan’s tea masters, and the taste of Taiwanese tea continues to define the cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Yun Hai tea collection gathers the finest Taiwanese tea we can find, and represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 oz \/ 50 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 oz \/ 68 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.3\" L x 2.3\" W x 2.3\" H \/ 5.8 cm L x 5.8 cm W x 5.8 cm H","brand":"BANGtea","offers":[{"title":"Milk Oolong with Teapot","offer_id":47520682148062,"sku":"YHBN7900","price":35.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Milk Oolong","offer_id":47376276947166,"sku":"BT010400","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/BT010400-pdp-06-3.jpg?v=1757624707"},{"product_id":"black-oolong-tea","title":"Black Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yun Hai Taiwanese Tea Collection represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea. First up is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e, who sources directly from tea masters producing Taiwanese oolongs so good that they sell out before they even make it to market in Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis loose leaf, ball-rolled black oolong has a smooth, creamy character and a fragrance that carries caramel and fresh soymilk aromas. Brewing produces an amber broth with notes of honey and plum, rounding out into cacao and barley.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from the jinxuan 金萱 cultivar, it’s produced with heavy oxidation (90+%) and a 15 hour roast, which leads to a rich headiness reminiscent of black tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you brew, you’ll notice the tea balls unfurl to reveal whole leaves, stems, and buds—an indication that the farmer has handpicked the youngest tip of the plant, and an affirmation of quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1300 meters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOxidation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90+%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slowly roasted for 15 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e cacao, honey, plum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 150ml water \/ 210 degrees \/ 50 sec \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Drink It\u003c\/h4\u003eWe recommend brewing 5 grams of tea with 150 ml of water at 210 degrees Fahrenheit for 50 seconds, but truthfully, it’s so good, you can’t go wrong. When starting with high quality tea, brewing can be as simple or as complex as the individual prefers, with a variety of different results, all enjoyable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou could brew gong fu style, with a gaiwan or clay teapot. Or, go “grandpa style,” as BANGtea suggests, and toss some leaves into a beaker with hot water, no measuring. We love it as a cold brew, too: add 8-10g of this tea into a 16oz water bottle, and let it steep in the fridge overnight. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe this black oolong alongside herbaceous \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/tea-and-dried-fruit-pairing-bundle\"\u003edried wax apples\u003c\/a\u003e for an afternoon snack. For a hearty breakfast, we recommend pairing it with our tart \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/taiwanese-passionfruit-pumpkin-jam\"\u003epassionfruit jam\u003c\/a\u003e spread over buttered milk toast. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThough delicious on its own, this tea has a rich, coffee-like quality that pairs well with milk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Taste It\u003c\/h4\u003eWhile we are brewing-method agnostic and feel that great results can be achieved in many ways, we do feel strongly about using your senses to experience the tea in all of its stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling the leaves around in your hand to appreciate the color, shape, weight, and density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmelling the leaves before and after brewing—dry and wet—for a completely different experience. We recommend putting your nose into the brewing vessel, breathing out hot air, and then inhaling. The heat from your body warms up the leaves and activates their flavor and scent compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTasting the broth by rolling it around in your mouth before swallowing. Notice the parts of your mouth being activated. Is it juicy along the sides of the tongue? Chalky on the palate? Lingeringly sweet in the back of the throat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTracking the flavors and smells as they develop throughout the drinking experience. How does the aroma linger while you drink (retronasal olfaction), and how does that smell impact the experience?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppreciating the color. We love to brew tea in clear glass to see both the leaves and the hue as they transform throughout the brewing process. The color of tea is expressed on a wide spectrum: the black oolong leaves have an inkiness to them from the oxidation, while the milk oolong offers just a wisp of flax in the first brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow Our Tea Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003eThis oolong is grown naturally at an elevation of 1300m in the misty high mountains of Alishan, Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter hand picking the tea leaves and buds, the producers wither the tea under the sun to dehydrate them and make them more pliable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, they tumble the leaves in a large cylindrical basket to encourage oxidation. The agitation bruises the cell walls of the leaves and allows the amino acids, polyphenols, and enzymes to interact, causing the flavor of the tea to develop. To continue the oxidation process, they lay the leaves out on bamboo plates and periodically toss them by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the desired level of oxidation is reached, the tea undergoes \"kill green\" 殺青, a critical step in the oolong-making process that halts flavor change by tumbling the leaves in high heat for a short period of time. They then roll and dry the leaves over the course of a few hours, targeting a 2% moisture content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tea is meant to be unroasted, production stops here. If it’s meant to be roasted, the dried leaves are exposed to heat until their final flavor is achieved.\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCaramel and fresh soymilk on the nose with tasting notes of cacao, honey, and plum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 g per 150 ml water \/ 210 degrees F \/ 50 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen brewed this way, each box yields about 10 pots of tea that can be brewed 3-5 times each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eJinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a dark place, not exposed to sunlight and in a temperature-stable location. After opening, close the bag with a clip to limit exposure to oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout BANGtea\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e was established in 2018 by Samantha Tilney to bring the highest quality Taiwanese oolong tea to the U.S. She works directly with tea masters to produce the top 1% of oolong that never makes it to market, even in Taiwan. She strives to highlight the variation in flavors across seasons and processing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Yun Hai Tea Collection\u003c\/h4\u003eOur name, Yun Hai 雲海, means “sea of clouds”—it describes a phenomenon that happens high in the mountains of central Taiwan. In the afternoon, the clouds settle lower than the mountain peaks and cover the land in a blanket of mist. When viewed from the highest summits, the mountaintops appear as islands in a rolling sea of vapor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis atmospheric effect is important for growers of high mountain tea. To us, it symbolizes how Taiwan’s populations have come together with the terrain to produce the unique culture and cuisine we love so well. Centuries of skill and craftsmanship are stewarded by Taiwan’s tea masters, and the taste of Taiwanese tea continues to define the cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Yun Hai tea collection gathers the finest Taiwanese tea we can find, and represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 oz \/ 50 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 oz \/ 68 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.3\" L x 2.3\" W x 2.3\" H \/ 5.8 cm L x 5.8 cm W x 5.8 cm H","brand":"BANGtea","offers":[{"title":"Black Oolong","offer_id":47376280191198,"sku":"BT010300","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black Oolong with Teapot","offer_id":47520689750238,"sku":"YHBN7800","price":37.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/BT010300-pdp-01.jpg?v=1757624065"},{"product_id":"green-oolong-tea","title":"Green Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yun Hai Taiwanese Tea Collection represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea. First up is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e, who sources directly from tea masters producing Taiwanese oolongs so good that they sell out before they even make it to market in Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis loose leaf, ball-rolled green oolong has a juicy character that leaves a tingly, dry sensation on the palate. Brewing produces a pale yellow broth with the aromas of gardenia and fern, and delicate tasting notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade from the qingxin 青心 cultivar, it’s produced with light oxidation (10%) and a very light roast, leading to a tea as verdant as its name implies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you brew, you’ll notice the tea balls unfurl to reveal whole leaves, stems, and buds—an indication that the farmer has handpicked the youngest tip of the plant, and an affirmation of quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alishan Township, Chiayi County, Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1300 meters\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qingxin 青心\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOxidation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very light\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e gardenia, fern, macadamia nut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 150ml water \/ 205 degrees \/ 45 sec \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Drink It\u003c\/h4\u003eWe recommend brewing 5 grams of tea with 150ml of water at 205 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 seconds, but truthfully, it’s so good, you can’t go wrong. When starting with high quality tea, brewing can be as simple or as complex as the individual prefers, with a variety of different results, all enjoyable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou could brew gong fu style, with a gaiwan or clay teapot. Or, go “grandpa style,” as BANGtea suggests, and toss some leaves into a beaker with hot water, no measuring. We love it as a cold brew, too: add 8-10g of this tea into a 16oz water bottle, and let it steep in the fridge overnight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair it with warm, balsam \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/tea-and-dried-fruit-pairing-bundle\"\u003edried kumquats\u003c\/a\u003e for an afternoon snack, or earthy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/taiwanese-mulberry-jam\"\u003emulberry jam\u003c\/a\u003e spread over rich brioche for a hearty breakfast. \u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Taste It\u003c\/h4\u003eWhile we are brewing-method agnostic and feel that great results can be achieved in many ways, we do feel strongly about using your senses to experience the tea in all of its stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling the leaves around in your hand to appreciate the color, shape, weight, and density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmelling the leaves before and after brewing—dry and wet—for a completely different experience. We recommend putting your nose into the brewing vessel, breathing out hot air, and then inhaling. The heat from your body warms up the leaves and activates their flavor and scent compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTasting the broth by rolling it around in your mouth before swallowing. Notice the parts of your mouth being activated. Is it juicy along the sides of the tongue? Chalky on the palate? Lingeringly sweet in the back of the throat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTracking the flavors and smells as they develop throughout the drinking experience. How does the aroma linger while you drink (retronasal olfaction), and how does that smell impact the experience?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppreciating the color. We love to brew tea in clear glass to see both the leaves and the hue as they transform throughout the brewing process. The color of tea is expressed on a wide spectrum: the black oolong leaves have an inkiness to them from the oxidation, while the milk oolong offers just a wisp of flax in the first brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow Our Tea Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003eThis oolong is grown at an elevation of 1300m on an organic tea farm in the misty high mountains of Alishan, Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter hand picking the tea leaves and buds, the producers wither the tea under the sun to dehydrate them and make them more pliable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, they tumble the leaves in a large cylindrical basket to encourage oxidation. The agitation bruises the cell walls of the leaves and allows the amino acids, polyphenols, and enzymes to interact, causing the flavor of the tea to develop. To continue the oxidation process, they lay the leaves out on bamboo plates and periodically toss them by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the desired level of oxidation is reached, the tea undergoes \"kill green\" 殺青, a critical step in the oolong-making process that halts flavor change by tumbling the leaves in high heat for a short period of time. They then roll and dry the leaves over the course of a few hours, targeting a 2% moisture content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tea is meant to be unroasted, production stops here. If it’s meant to be roasted, the dried leaves are exposed to heat until their final flavor is achieved.\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGardenia, and fern on the nose with tasting notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5 g per 150 ml water \/ 205 degrees F \/ 45 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen brewed this way, each box yields about 10 pots of tea that can be brewed 3-5 times each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eQingxin 青心\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a dark place, not exposed to sunlight and in a temperature-stable location. After opening, close the bag with a clip to limit exposure to oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout BANGtea\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e was established in 2018 by Samantha Tilney to bring the highest quality Taiwanese oolong tea to the U.S. She works directly with tea masters to produce the top 1% of oolong that never makes it to market, even in Taiwan. She strives to highlight the variation in flavors across seasons and processing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Yun Hai Tea Collection\u003c\/h4\u003eOur name, Yun Hai 雲海, means “sea of clouds”—it describes a phenomenon that happens high in the mountains of central Taiwan. In the afternoon, the clouds settle lower than the mountain peaks and cover the land in a blanket of mist. When viewed from the highest summits, the mountaintops appear as islands in a rolling sea of vapor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis atmospheric effect is important for growers of high mountain tea. To us, it symbolizes how Taiwan’s populations have come together with the terrain to produce the unique culture and cuisine we love so well. Centuries of skill and craftsmanship are stewarded by Taiwan’s tea masters, and the taste of Taiwanese tea continues to define the cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Yun Hai tea collection gathers the finest Taiwanese tea we can find, and represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 oz \/ 50 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGross Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.4 oz \/ 68 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.3\" L x 2.3\" W x 2.3\" H \/ 5.8 cm L x 5.8 cm W x 5.8 cm H","brand":"BANGtea","offers":[{"title":"Green Oolong with Teapot","offer_id":47520689717470,"sku":"YHBN7700","price":35.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Oolong","offer_id":47376283533534,"sku":"BT010200","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/BT010200-pdp-01_2.jpg?v=1757624213"},{"product_id":"tea-and-dried-fruit-pairing-bundle","title":"Tea and Dried Fruit Pairing Bundle","description":"\u003cp\u003eIn Taiwan, drinking tea represents an opportunity to break and indulge in life’s small delights, or xiao que xing 小確幸. On a weekday afternoon in Taipei, you might see students and office workers lining up at a bubble tea shop for a midday pick-me-up. Or maybe you’ll peek into the window of a cafe and see friends gathered over drinks and snacks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the Yun Hai office, our small delight is sharing a pot of tea and dried fruit. We’ve curated our favorite pairings, in the hopes that they, too, will bring a spot of joy to your day, whether you enjoy them in solitude or share them with others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery bundle comes with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/collections\/fine-taiwanese-tea\/products\/a-ok-glass-teapot\"\u003eA-OK teapot\u003c\/a\u003e made from heat-resistant borosilicate glass.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChoose from:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong with Dried Kumquat Slices:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/green-oolong-tea\"\u003egreen oolong\u003c\/a\u003e has a juicy character that carries the aromas of gardenia and fern, with notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut. Its tingly, dry quality tempers the caramel sweetness of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/geli-dried-kumquat-slices\"\u003edried kumquat slices\u003c\/a\u003e and brings out their balsam flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong with Dried Pearl Guava:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/milk-oolong-tea\"\u003emilk oolong\u003c\/a\u003e has a plush, velvety character that carries the aroma of seaweed shortbread, with notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers. Its mildness complements the floral flavor of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/yun-hai-dried-pearl-guava\"\u003edried pearl guava\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong with Dried Wax Apple:\u003c\/strong\u003e Our \u003ca href=\"\u0026lt;br\/\u0026gt;https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/black-oolong-tea\"\u003eblack oolong\u003c\/a\u003e has a smooth and brothy character that carries the aromas of caramel and fresh soymilk, with notes of plum, cacao, and barley. Its tannins bring out the tart sweetness in our \u003ca href=\"%E2%80%9Dhttps:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/yun-hai-dried-wax-apple%E2%80%9D\"\u003edried wax apple\u003c\/a\u003e, highlighting its juicy herbaceous quality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Yun Hai Taiwanese Tea Collection represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea. First up is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e, who sources directly from tea masters producing Taiwanese oolongs so good that they sell out before they even make it to market in Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese oolongs are loose leaf and ball-rolled; as you brew, you’ll notice them unfurl to reveal whole leaves, stems, and buds—an indication that the farmer has handpicked the youngest tip of the plant, and an affirmation of quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Drink It\u003c\/h4\u003eSee below for how we recommend brewing each tea, but truthfully, they’re all so good, you can’t go wrong. When starting with high quality tea, brewing can be as simple or as complex as the individual prefers, with a variety of different results, all enjoyable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g per 150 ml water, 205 degrees F, 45 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 150ml water, 205 degrees F, 60 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g per 150 ml water, 210 degrees F, 50 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou could brew gong fu style, with a gaiwan or clay teapot. Or, go “grandpa style,” as BANGtea suggests, and toss some leaves into a beaker with hot water, no measuring. We love it as a cold brew, too: add 8-10g of this tea into a 16oz water bottle, and let it steep in the fridge overnight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Taste It\u003c\/h4\u003eWhile we are brewing-method agnostic and feel that great results can be achieved in many ways, we do feel strongly about using your senses to experience the tea in all of its stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling the leaves around in your hand to appreciate the color, shape, weight, and density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmelling the leaves before and after brewing—dry and wet—for a completely different experience. We recommend putting your nose into the brewing vessel, breathing out hot air, and then inhaling. The heat from your body warms up the leaves and activates their flavor and scent compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTasting the broth by rolling it around in your mouth before swallowing. Notice the parts of your mouth being activated. Is it juicy along the sides of the tongue? Chalky on the palate? Lingeringly sweet in the back of the throat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTracking the flavors and smells as they develop throughout the drinking experience. How does the aroma linger while you drink (retronasal olfaction), and how does that smell impact the experience?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppreciating the color. We love to brew tea in clear glass to see both the leaves and the hue as they transform throughout the brewing process. The color of tea is expressed on a wide spectrum: the black oolong leaves have an inkiness to them from the oxidation, while the milk oolong offers just a wisp of flax in the first brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow Our Tea Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003eAll our oolongs are grown at an elevation of 1300m in the misty high mountains of Alishan, Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter hand picking the tea leaves and buds, the producers wither the tea under the sun to dehydrate them and make them more pliable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, they tumble the leaves in a large cylindrical basket to encourage oxidation. The agitation bruises the cell walls of the leaves and allows the amino acids, polyphenols, and enzymes to interact, causing the flavor of the tea to develop. To continue the oxidation process, they lay the leaves out on bamboo plates and periodically toss them by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the desired level of oxidation is reached, the tea undergoes \"kill green\" 殺青, a critical step in the oolong-making process that halts flavor change by tumbling the leaves in high heat for a short period of time. They then roll and dry the leaves over the course of a few hours, targeting a 2% moisture content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tea is meant to be unroasted, production stops here. If it’s meant to be roasted, the dried leaves are exposed to heat until their final flavor is achieved.\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e gardenia, and fern on the nose with tasting notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing: 5 g per 150 ml water, 205 degrees F, 45 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Kumquat Slices:\u003c\/strong\u003e orange blossom, caramel, balsam\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e butter cookies and toasted seaweed on the nose with tasting notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing: 5g per 150ml water, 205 degrees F, 60 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Pearl Guava:\u003c\/strong\u003e floral, spring notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e caramel and fresh soymilk on the nose with tasting notes of cacao, honey, and plum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing Instructions: 5 g per 150 ml water, 210 degrees F, 50 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Wax Apple:\u003c\/strong\u003e chewy, herbaceous apple\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qingxin 青心\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Kumquat Slices:\u003c\/strong\u003e kumquat, sugar, maltose, kumquat juice\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Pearl Guava:\u003c\/strong\u003e dried pearl guavas, sugar, salt\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDried Wax Apple:\u003c\/strong\u003e dried wax apples\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout Yun Hai Selection\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYun Hai Selection is the house brand of Yun Hai Taiwanese Pantry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Package Weights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen Oolong \u0026amp; Kumquat Slices: 12 oz \/ 340 g\u003cbr\u003eMilk Oolong \u0026amp; Pearl Guava: 11.8 oz \/ 334 g\u003cbr\u003eBlack Oolong \u0026amp; Wax Apple: 10.4 oz \/ 294 g","brand":"Yun Hai Selection","offers":[{"title":"Black Oolong, Wax Apple, \u0026 Teapot","offer_id":47520682180830,"sku":"YHBN8500","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Milk Oolong, Pearl Guava, \u0026 Teapot","offer_id":47520682213598,"sku":"YHBN8600","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Green Oolong, Kumquat Slices, \u0026 Teapot","offer_id":47520682246366,"sku":"YHBN8400","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/YHBN8_5.jpg?v=1757694851"},{"product_id":"oolong-tea-trio","title":"Oolong Tea Trio","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Yun Hai Taiwanese Tea Collection represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea. First up is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e, who sources directly from tea masters producing Taiwanese oolongs so good that they sell out before they even make it to market in Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhether you’re an avid tea collector or a novice dabbler in tea brewing, this trio of teas offers a microcosmic glimpse into the complex, varied world of Taiwanese oolongs.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10% oxidation, very light roast\u003cbr\u003eMade from the qingxin 青心 cultivar, has a juicy character that leaves behind a dry sensation. It smells of gardenia and fern, with notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25% oxidation, 15+ hour roast\u003cbr\u003eMade from the jinxuan 金萱 cultivar, it has a plush, velvety character. It carries the aroma of shortbread, with notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% oxidation, 15+ hour roast\u003cbr\u003eAlso made from the jinxuan 金萱 cultivar, it has a smooth and brothy character. It evokes caramel and fresh soymilk on the nose, with tasting notes of plum, cacao, and barley.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs you brew, you’ll notice the tea balls unfurl to reveal whole leaves, stems, and buds—an indication that the farmer has handpicked the youngest tip of the plant, and an affirmation of quality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Drink It\u003c\/h4\u003eSee below for how we recommend brewing each tea, but truthfully, they’re all so good, you can’t go wrong. When starting with high quality tea, brewing can be as simple or as complex as the individual prefers, with a variety of different results, all enjoyable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g per 150 ml water, 205 degrees F, 45 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g per 150ml water, 205 degrees F, 60 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g per 150 ml water, 210 degrees F, 50 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou could brew gong fu style, with a gaiwan or clay teapot. Or, go “grandpa style,” as BANGtea suggests, and toss some leaves into a beaker with hot water, no measuring. We love it as a cold brew, too: add 8-10g of this tea into a 16oz water bottle, and let it steep in the fridge overnight.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair the tea with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/collections\/yun-hai-selection-taiwanese-dried-fruit\"\u003edried fruit\u003c\/a\u003e for an afternoon snack. Or, if you’re a morning tea drinker, try serving the tea alongside our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/collections\/taiwanese-jams\"\u003eTaiwanese jam\u003c\/a\u003e over milk toast.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow to Taste It\u003c\/h4\u003eWhile we are brewing-method agnostic and feel that great results can be achieved in many ways, we do feel strongly about using your senses to experience the tea in all of its stages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTry:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRolling the leaves around in your hand to appreciate the color, shape, weight, and density.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSmelling the leaves before and after brewing—dry and wet—for a completely different experience. We recommend putting your nose into the brewing vessel, breathing out hot air, and then inhaling. The heat from your body warms up the leaves and activates their flavor and scent compounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTasting the broth by rolling it around in your mouth before swallowing. Notice the parts of your mouth being activated. Is it juicy along the sides of the tongue? Chalky on the palate? Lingeringly sweet in the back of the throat?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eTracking the flavors and smells as they develop throughout the drinking experience. How does the aroma linger while you drink (retronasal olfaction), and how does that smell impact the experience?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eAppreciating the color. We love to brew tea in clear glass to see both the leaves and the hue as they transform throughout the brewing process. The color of tea is expressed on a wide spectrum: the black oolong leaves have an inkiness to them from the oxidation, while the milk oolong offers just a wisp of flax in the first brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow Our Tea Is Made\u003c\/h4\u003eThis oolong is grown at an elevation of 1300m on an organic tea farm in the misty high mountains of Alishan, Taiwan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter hand picking the tea leaves and buds, the producers wither the tea under the sun to dehydrate them and make them more pliable. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThen, they tumble the leaves in a large cylindrical basket to encourage oxidation. The agitation bruises the cell walls of the leaves and allows the amino acids, polyphenols, and enzymes to interact, causing the flavor of the tea to develop. To continue the oxidation process, they lay the leaves out on bamboo plates and periodically toss them by hand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the desired level of oxidation is reached, the tea undergoes \"kill green\" 殺青, a critical step in the oolong-making process that halts flavor change by tumbling the leaves in high heat for a short period of time. They then roll and dry the leaves over the course of a few hours, targeting a 2% moisture content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf the tea is meant to be unroasted, production stops here. If it’s meant to be roasted, the dried leaves are exposed to heat until their final flavor is achieved.\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGardenia, and fern on the nose with tasting notes of white asparagus and macadamia nut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing: 5 g per 150 ml water \/ 205 degrees F \/ 45 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eButter cookies and toasted seaweed on the nose with tasting notes of sweet cream, pear, and wildflowers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing: 5g per 150ml water \/ 205 degrees F \/ 60 seconds \/ multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaramel and fresh soymilk on the nose with tasting notes of cacao, honey, and plum\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrewing: 5 g per 150 ml water \/ 210 degrees F \/ 50 seconds \/ for multiple brews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen brewed following the prior instructions, each box yields about 10 pots of tea that can be brewed 3-5 times each.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Oolong \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eQingxin 青心\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMilk Oolong \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlack Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJinxuan 金萱 \"milk oolong\"\u003cbr\u003eProduct of Taiwan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a dark place, not exposed to sunlight and in a temperature-stable location. After opening, close the bag with a clip to limit exposure to oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout BANGtea\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bang-tea.com\/\"\u003eBANGtea\u003c\/a\u003e was established in 2018 by Samantha Tilney to bring the highest quality Taiwanese oolong tea to the U.S. She works directly with tea masters to produce the top 1% of oolong that never makes it to market, even in Taiwan. She strives to highlight the variation in flavors across seasons and processing styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Yun Hai Tea Collection\u003c\/h4\u003eOur name, Yun Hai 雲海, means “sea of clouds”—it describes a phenomenon that happens high in the mountains of central Taiwan. In the afternoon, the clouds settle lower than the mountain peaks and cover the land in a blanket of mist. When viewed from the highest summits, the mountaintops appear as islands in a rolling sea of vapor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis atmospheric effect is important for growers of high mountain tea. To us, it symbolizes how Taiwan’s populations have come together with the terrain to produce the unique culture and cuisine we love so well. Centuries of skill and craftsmanship are stewarded by Taiwan’s tea masters, and the taste of Taiwanese tea continues to define the cuisine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Yun Hai tea collection gathers the finest Taiwanese tea we can find, and represents an ongoing collaboration with farmers, roasters, and masters of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNet Weight: 1.8 oz \/ 50 g\u003cbr\u003eGross Weight: 2.4 oz \/ 68 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBox Dimensions: 2.3\" L x 2.3\" W x 2.3\" H \/ 5.8 cm L x 5.8 cm W x 5.8 cm H\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeapot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBorosilicate glass (body), stainless steel (strainer and lid)\u003cbr\u003eHolds 200 ml \/ 200 cc of liquid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTeapot Weight: 3.2 oz \/ 90 g\u003cbr\u003eTeapot Dimensions: 6.7\" L x 2.8\" W x 3.9\" H \/ 17 cm L x 7 cm W x 10 cm H\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Weight: 5.4 oz \/ 153 g\u003cbr\u003eBox Dimensions: 5.3\" L x 3.8\" W x 3\" H \/ 13.4 cm L x 9.7 cm W x 7.6 cm H\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"BANGtea","offers":[{"title":"Oolong Tea Trio","offer_id":47529299411166,"sku":"BTBN0100","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Oolong Tea Trio with Teapot","offer_id":47529299443934,"sku":"YHBN8000","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/BTBN0100-pdp-01.jpg?v=1757624836"},{"product_id":"longan-osmanthus-sparkling-tea","title":"Longan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea (Caffeine-Free) by S.C Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’re proud to present this series of farm-to-bottle sparkling teas from S.C Lab, who crafts tea spirits and beverages that extend Taiwanese tea traditions into new forms. Rooted in a family-owned tea farm in Shuangxi, Taiwan, their series of non-alcoholic, sommelier-grade beverages are a perfect stand-in for a sparkling wine or champagne, but can do double duty as a mixer with your finest spirits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo create a caffeine-free sparkling tea, the makers at S.C Lab turned to two flowers: toasted longan blossoms and hand-picked osmanthus.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLongan may be more widely known for its fruit, but the flower is also used to make a delicate honey-scented tea. S.C Lab uses an uncommon processing method for the longan flowers, which requires stir-frying them in a small amount of cane sugar. This step introduces a light caramel note to longan flower’s natural honeysuckle fragrance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOsmanthus, a popular ingredient in desserts across Taiwan, introduces an apricot dimension to the beverage, while the bubbles keep things refreshing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBring a bottle to split with friends and family, or savor it alone with dinner. We think it pairs excellently with saucy, soy-braised dishes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're looking for caffeinated options, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/guava-oriental-beauty-sparkling-tea\"\u003eGuava Oriental Beauty\u003c\/a\u003e for something with caramel florality, or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/tieguanyin-sparkling-tea\"\u003eTieguanyin\u003c\/a\u003e for a milder flavor profile. Or, get the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/taiwanese-sparkling-tea-sampler\"\u003esampler\u003c\/a\u003e to try every flavor from the series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eS.C Lab's Philosophy\u003c\/h4\u003eS.C Lab's sparkling teas are made by cold-steeping tea and botanicals in purified water for up to five days, then blended with other ingredients, like fruit, and lightly carbonated to finish. They source from tea farms throughout Taiwan, including, but not limited to, their own.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSparkling tea may be an emerging category in the world of fine non-alcoholic beverages, but it has been around in some form or another for ages, from fermented kombuchas to carbonated tea that can be found in convenience stores in Taiwan. S.C Lab states that for them, carbonation alone is not enough to make an interesting drink. Instead, they follow what they call a “five notes” philosophy when building a drink: the aroma, the first sip, how the flavor develops in your mouth, the finish after swallowing, and the aroma left in the glass are all considered. They “want all five stages to connect and create a melody, like a do-re-mi-fa-so in a song.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYun Hai is proud to be the exclusive East Coast distributor of this non-alcoholic tea wine from S.C Lab. Restaurants, get in touch!\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eGently sweet caramel, honeysuckle, and apricot, tempered by fine fizz.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's great to drink on its own, but we also like pairing it with saucy, soy-braised dishes like\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/lu-rou-fan-1\"\u003e lu rou fan\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/caramelized-sugar-tea-eggs-1\"\u003ecaramelized sugar tea eggs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater, longan flower, osmanthus, sugarcane syrup, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eNon-alcoholic. Caffeine-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool place. Refrigeration enhances flavor. Avoid high temperatures or direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout S.C Lab\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn amidst the mountains of Taiwan in 2022, Sensitive Creatures Lab (S.C Lab) 仃杉實驗 was founded by fourth-generation tea farmer Mikey and winemaker and bartender Pouria. They pride themselves on sharing the sentimentality of small tea farms with the world through their commitment to quality, sourcing only all-natural organic ingredients for their creations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seed for S.C Lab was planted in 2019, when Mikey returned to Taiwan from a tech career in the US and stayed at his family’s tea plantation in Shuangxi. During this time, he learned not only how to farm and make tea from his uncle, but also how to infuse spirits with the tea leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by this tradition, Mikey envisioned tea wine 茶酒 as a potential Taiwanese icon. He partnered with Pouria, an Iranian-Canadian mixologist and bar owner in Taiwan, and began the journey of developing it. With Pouria’s global bartending experience and sharp sensitivity to herbal and fruity flavors, they introduced innovative distillation techniques, creating complex and multi-layered tea spirit profiles and, later, non-alcoholic sparkling tea and fruit blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003eTeazy.2 FOMO - Longan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea\u003cbr\u003eVolume: 750 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGross Weight: 3.7 lbs \/ 1.7 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, each bottle is wrapped in bubble wrap before being placed into a sturdy single or triple hexabox—a double-walled, corrugated carton specially designed for shipping wine bottles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (single): 17.3” H x 8.8” W x 5” D \/ 44 cm H x 22.4 cm W x 12.7 cm D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (set of 3): 17.5” H x 17.5” W x 6” D \/ 44.5 cm H x 44.5 cm W x 15.2 cm D","brand":"S.C Lab","offers":[{"title":"Just One","offer_id":48633111150814,"sku":"SC010200","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of Three (Save 12%)","offer_id":49266912198878,"sku":"SC0102B3","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/SC010200-pdp-01_1.jpg?v=1793129508"},{"product_id":"tieguanyin-sparkling-tea","title":"Tieguanyin Sparkling Tea by S.C Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’re proud to present this series of farm-to-bottle sparkling teas from S.C Lab, who crafts tea spirits and beverages that extend Taiwanese tea traditions into new forms. Rooted in a family-owned tea farm in Shuangxi, Taiwan, their series of non-alcoholic, sommelier-grade beverages are a perfect stand-in for a sparkling wine or champagne, but can do double duty as a mixer with your finest spirits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis caffeinated sparkling tea begins with premium Tieguanyin (aka Iron Goddess of Mercy), hand-harvested in Muzha. S.C Lab blends both dark roast and regular roast, the former for its heavier body and the latter for its subtly floral aroma. The leaves are cold brewed and bottled using an aseptic cold filling technique, which is ideal for locking in the fragrance of the tea without chemical preservatives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMalic acid from Fuji apples adds bright, clean acidity to the warm aroma of Tieguanyin, creating a balanced profile reminiscent of a crisp autumn day. We like to call it our grown up version of the classic Taiwanese Apple Sidra soda, but it’s closer in character to Iron Goddess of Mercy, with just a kiss of tart apple.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis sparkling tea has been a hit at every party we’ve ever brought it to, often finished well before the wine and the whisky. The bottle is beautiful and the tea is refreshing and complex. Though it is lightly sweetened, the overall flavor profile is dry and crisp. Perfect for special occasions or an extra-luxurious evening at home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're looking for a stronger, more floral flavor, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/guava-oriental-beauty-sparkling-tea\"\u003eGuava Oriental Beauty\u003c\/a\u003e. For a caffeine-free option with delicate honey notes, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/longan-osmanthus-sparkling-tea\"\u003eLongan Flower and Osmanthus\u003c\/a\u003e. Or, check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/taiwanese-sparkling-tea-sampler\"\u003esampler\u003c\/a\u003e to try every flavor from the series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eS.C Lab's Philosophy\u003c\/h4\u003eS.C Lab's sparkling teas are made by cold-steeping tea and botanicals in purified water for up to five days, then blended with other ingredients, like fruit, and lightly carbonated to finish. They source from tea farms throughout Taiwan, including, but not limited to, their own.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSparkling tea may be an emerging category in the world of fine non-alcoholic beverages, but it has been around in some form or another for ages, from fermented kombuchas to carbonated tea that can be found in convenience stores in Taiwan. S.C Lab states that for them, carbonation alone is not enough to make an interesting drink. Instead, they follow what they call a “five notes” philosophy when building a drink: the aroma, the first sip, how the flavor develops in your mouth, the finish after swallowing, and the aroma left in the glass are all considered. They “want all five stages to connect and create a melody, like a do-re-mi-fa-so in a song.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYun Hai is proud to be the exclusive East Coast distributor of this non-alcoholic tea wine from S.C Lab. Restaurants, get in touch!\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDry, and warm with the unmistakable flavor of Iron Goddess of Mercy tea. A clean, bright finish and the most delicate bubbles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe love it paired with grilled meats and vegetables (we paired it with our BBQ tofu skewers on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xDQTZiHS2rk\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCooking With Steam\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e), but it’s a lovely and versatile beverage that will work in any situation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater, Tieguanyin tea, sugarcane syrup, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eNon-alcoholic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool place. Refrigeration enhances flavor. Avoid high temperatures or direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout S.C Lab\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn amidst the mountains of Taiwan in 2022, Sensitive Creatures Lab (S.C Lab) 仃杉實驗 was founded by fourth-generation tea farmer Mikey and winemaker and bartender Pouria. They pride themselves on sharing the sentimentality of small tea farms with the world through their commitment to quality, sourcing only all-natural organic ingredients for their creations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seed for S.C Lab was planted in 2019, when Mikey returned to Taiwan from a tech career in the US and stayed at his family’s tea plantation in Shuangxi. During this time, he learned not only how to farm and make tea from his uncle, but also how to infuse spirits with the tea leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by this tradition, Mikey envisioned tea wine 茶酒 as a potential Taiwanese icon. He partnered with Pouria, an Iranian-Canadian mixologist and bar owner in Taiwan, and began the journey of developing it. With Pouria’s global bartending experience and sharp sensitivity to herbal and fruity flavors, they introduced innovative distillation techniques, creating complex and multi-layered tea spirit profiles and, later, non-alcoholic sparkling tea and fruit blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003eTeazy.1 Ether - Tieguanyin Sparkling Tea\u003cbr\u003eVolume: 750 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGross Weight: 3.7 lbs \/ 1.7 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, each bottle is wrapped in bubble wrap before being placed into a sturdy single or triple hexabox—a double-walled, corrugated carton specially designed for shipping wine bottles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (single): 17.3” H x 8.8” W x 5” D \/ 44 cm H x 22.4 cm W x 12.7 cm D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (set of 3): 17.5” H x 17.5” W x 6” D \/ 44.5 cm H x 44.5 cm W x 15.2 cm D","brand":"S.C Lab","offers":[{"title":"Just One","offer_id":48633111216350,"sku":"SC010100","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of Three (Save 12%)","offer_id":49266912297182,"sku":"SC0101B3","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/SC010100-pdp-01.jpg?v=1793129309"},{"product_id":"guava-oriental-beauty-sparkling-tea","title":"Guava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea by S.C Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’re proud to present this series of farm-to-bottle sparkling teas from S.C Lab, who crafts tea spirits and beverages that extend Taiwanese tea traditions into new forms. Rooted in a family-owned tea farm in Shuangxi, Taiwan, their series of non-alcoholic, sommelier-grade beverages are a perfect stand-in for a sparkling wine or champagne, but can do double duty as a mixer with your finest spirits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriental Beauty (or 東方美人 dong fang mei ren) oolong forms the base of this caffeinated sparkling tea. Beloved for its honeyed muscat notes, it was one of Taiwan’s most precious tea exports of the last century (there’s even a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Gold_Leaf_(TV_series)\"\u003eperiod drama\u003c\/a\u003e about it). S.C Lab sources theirs from a small-scale, third-generation farmer in Beipu, a Hakka region near Hsinchu that is known for growing Oriental Beauty.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo create a layered drinking experience, they steep the tea with dried red guava from Nantou, which has a concentrated perfume flavor and gentle body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBring a bottle to split with friends and family, or savor it alone with dinner. We love drinking it alongside something rich and hearty, like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/rice-tube-cake-tong-zi-mi-gao\"\u003etong zi mai gao (sticky rice tube)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/sticky-rice-stuffing\"\u003eyou fan (sticky rice)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you're looking for a crisp flavor profile, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/tieguanyin-sparkling-tea\"\u003eTieguanyin\u003c\/a\u003e. For a caffeine-free option with delicate honey notes, try \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/longan-osmanthus-sparkling-tea\"\u003eLongan Flower and Osmanthus\u003c\/a\u003e. Or, check out the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/products\/taiwanese-sparkling-tea-sampler\"\u003esampler\u003c\/a\u003e to try every flavor from the series.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eS.C Lab's Philosophy\u003c\/h4\u003eS.C Lab's sparkling teas are made by cold-steeping tea and botanicals in purified water for up to five days, then blended with other ingredients, like fruit, and lightly carbonated to finish. They source from tea farms throughout Taiwan, including, but not limited to, their own.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSparkling tea may be an emerging category in the world of fine non-alcoholic beverages, but it has been around in some form or another for ages, from fermented kombuchas to carbonated tea that can be found in convenience stores in Taiwan. S.C Lab states that for them, carbonation alone is not enough to make an interesting drink. Instead, they follow what they call a “five notes” philosophy when building a drink: the aroma, the first sip, how the flavor develops in your mouth, the finish after swallowing, and the aroma left in the glass are all considered. They “want all five stages to connect and create a melody, like a do-re-mi-fa-so in a song.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYun Hai is proud to be the exclusive East Coast distributor of this non-alcoholic tea wine from S.C Lab. Restaurants, get in touch!\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eLightly sweet honey and muscat, cut with the unique character of guava and mellow effervescence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy it on its own, or with a rich and hearty dish like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/rice-tube-cake-tong-zi-mi-gao\"\u003etong zi mai gao (sticky rice tube)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/sticky-rice-stuffing\"\u003eyou fan (sticky rice)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater, dried guava (fresh red guava, sugar, citric acid, salt), Oriental Beauty tea leaves, sucrose, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eNon-alcoholic. Caffeine-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool place. Refrigeration enhances flavor. Avoid high temperatures or direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout S.C Lab\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn amidst the mountains of Taiwan in 2022, Sensitive Creatures Lab (S.C Lab) 仃杉實驗 was founded by fourth-generation tea farmer Mikey and winemaker and bartender Pouria. They pride themselves on sharing the sentimentality of small tea farms with the world through their commitment to quality, sourcing only all-natural organic ingredients for their creations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seed for S.C Lab was planted in 2019, when Mikey returned to Taiwan from a tech career in the US and stayed at his family’s tea plantation in Shuangxi. During this time, he learned not only how to farm and make tea from his uncle, but also how to infuse spirits with the tea leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by this tradition, Mikey envisioned tea wine 茶酒 as a potential Taiwanese icon. He partnered with Pouria, an Iranian-Canadian mixologist and bar owner in Taiwan, and began the journey of developing it. With Pouria’s global bartending experience and sharp sensitivity to herbal and fruity flavors, they introduced innovative distillation techniques, creating complex and multi-layered tea spirit profiles and, later, non-alcoholic sparkling tea and fruit blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003eTeazy.3 JOMO - Guava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea\u003cbr\u003eVolume: 750 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGross Weight: 3.7 lbs \/ 1.7 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, each bottle is wrapped in bubble wrap before being placed into a sturdy single or triple hexabox—a double-walled, corrugated carton specially designed for shipping wine bottles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (single): 17.3” H x 8.8” W x 5” D \/ 44 cm H x 22.4 cm W x 12.7 cm D\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions (set of 3): 17.5” H x 17.5” W x 6” D \/ 44.5 cm H x 44.5 cm W x 15.2 cm D","brand":"S.C Lab","offers":[{"title":"Just One","offer_id":48633111249118,"sku":"SC010300","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Set of Three (Save 12%)","offer_id":49266912231646,"sku":"SC0103B3","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/SC010300-pdp-01_1.jpg?v=1793129101"},{"product_id":"taiwanese-sparkling-tea-sampler","title":"Taiwanese Sparkling Tea Sampler by S.C Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe’re proud to present this series of farm-to-bottle sparkling teas from S.C Lab, who crafts tea spirits and sparkling teas that extend Taiwanese tea traditions into new forms. Rooted in a family-owned tea farm in Shuangxi, Taiwan, their series of non-alcoholic, sommelier-grade beverages are a perfect stand-in for a sparkling wine or champagne, but can do double duty as a mixer with your finest spirits.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis sampler set includes one bottle of each flavor:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTieguanyin Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e This caffeinated sparkling tea begins with premium Tieguanyin (aka Iron Goddess of Mercy), hand-harvested in Muzha. S.C Lab blends both dark roast and regular roast, the former for its heavier body and the latter for its subtly floral aroma. The leaves are cold brewed and bottled using an aseptic cold filling technique, which is ideal for locking in the fragrance of the tea without chemical preservatives. Malic acid from Fuji apples adds bright, clean acidity to the warm aroma of Tieguanyin, creating a balanced profile reminiscent of a crisp autumn day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e This caffeine-free sparkling tea blends toasted longan blossoms with hand-picked osmanthus. S.C Lab uses an uncommon processing method for the longan flowers, which requires stir-frying them in a small amount of cane sugar. This step introduces a light caramel note to longan flower’s natural honeysuckle fragrance. Osmanthus introduces an apricot dimension to the beverage, while the bubbles keep the flavor refreshing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oriental Beauty, or 東方美人 dong fang mei ren, oolong forms the base of this caffeinated sparkling tea. S.C Lab sources theirs from a small-scale, third-generation farmer in Beipu, a Hakka region near Hsinchu that is known for growing Oriental Beauty. To create a layered drinking experience, they steep the tea with dried red guava from Nantou, which has a concentrated perfume flavor and gentle body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eS.C Lab's Philosophy\u003c\/h4\u003eS.C Lab crafts tea spirits and sparkling teas that extend Taiwanese tea traditions into new forms. Their sparkling teas are made by cold-steeping tea and botanicals in purified water for up to five days, then blended with other ingredients, like fruit, and lightly carbonated to finish. They source from tea farms throughout Taiwan, including, but not limited to, their own.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSparkling tea may be an emerging category in the world of sommelier-grade, non-alcoholic beverages, but it has been around in some form or another for ages, from fermented kombuchas to carbonated tea that can be found in convenience stores in Taiwan. S.C Lab states that for them, carbonation alone is not enough to make an interesting drink. Instead, they follow what they call a “five notes” philosophy when building a drink: the aroma, the first sip, how the flavor develops in your mouth, the finish after swallowing, and the aroma left in the glass are all considered. They “want all five stages to connect and create a melody, like a do-re-mi-fa-so in a song.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYun Hai is proud to be the exclusive East Coast distributor of this non-alcoholic tea wine from S.C Lab. Restaurants, get in touch!\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes and Usage\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTieguanyin Sparkling Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDry, and warm with the unmistakable flavor of Iron Goddess of Mercy tea. A clean, bright finish and the most delicate bubbles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe love it paired with grilled meats and vegetables (we paired it with our BBQ tofu skewers on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xDQTZiHS2rk\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eCooking With Steam\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e), but it’s a lovely and versatile beverage that will work in any situation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGently sweet caramel, honeysuckle, and apricot, tempered by fine fizz.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's great to drink on its own, but we also like pairing it with saucy, soy-braised dishes like\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/lu-rou-fan-1\"\u003e lu rou fan\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/caramelized-sugar-tea-eggs-1\"\u003ecaramelized sugar tea eggs\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightly sweet honey and muscat, cut with the unique character of guava and mellow effervescence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy it with a hearty dish like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/rice-tube-cake-tong-zi-mi-gao\"\u003etong zi mai gao (sticky rice tube)\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/blogs\/recipes\/sticky-rice-stuffing\"\u003eyou fan (sticky rice)\u003c\/a\u003e. It'd also be a hit at any hot pot gathering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIngredients and Instructions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTieguanyin Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e water, Tieguanyin tea, sugarcane syrup, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eCaffeinated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLongan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e water, longan flower, osmanthus, sugarcane syrup, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e water, Tieguanyin tea, sugarcane syrup, malic acid, carbon dioxide.\u003cbr\u003eCaffeinated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNon-alcoholic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStore in a cool place. Refrigeration enhances flavor. Avoid high temperatures or direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout S.C Lab\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBorn amidst the mountains of Taiwan in 2022, Sensitive Creatures Lab (S.C Lab) 仃杉實驗 was founded by fourth-generation tea farmer Mikey and winemaker and bartender Pouria. They pride themselves on sharing the sentimentality of small tea farms with the world through their commitment to quality, sourcing only all-natural organic ingredients for their creations. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe seed for S.C Lab was planted in 2019, when Mikey returned to Taiwan from a tech career in the US and stayed at his family’s tea plantation in Shuangxi. During this time, he learned not only how to farm and make tea from his uncle, but also how to infuse spirits with the tea leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInspired by this tradition, Mikey envisioned tea wine 茶酒 as a potential Taiwanese icon. He partnered with Pouria, an Iranian-Canadian mixologist and bar owner in Taiwan, and began the journey of developing it. With Pouria’s global bartending experience and sharp sensitivity to herbal and fruity flavors, they introduced innovative distillation techniques, creating complex and multi-layered tea spirit profiles and, later, non-alcoholic sparkling tea and fruit blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecifications and Dimensions\u003c\/h4\u003eThis sampler includes:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeazy.1 Ether - Tieguanyin Sparkling Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeazy.2 FOMO - Longan Flower and Osmanthus Sparkling Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTeazy.3 JOMO - Guava Oriental Beauty Sparkling Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVolume (per bottle): 750 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGross Weight (per bottle): 3.7 lbs \/ 1.7 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, each bottle is wrapped in bubble wrap before being placed into a sturdy single or triple hexabox—a double-walled, corrugated carton specially designed for shipping wine bottles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePackage Dimensions: 17.5” H x 17.5” W x 6” D \/ 44.5 cm H x 44.5 cm W x 15.2 cm D","brand":"S.C Lab","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49266902892766,"sku":"SCBN0100","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0043\/4490\/5828\/files\/SCBN0100-pdp-01.jpg?v=1793129900"}],"url":"https:\/\/yunhai.shop\/collections\/tea.oembed","provider":"Yun Hai Taiwanese Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}