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Alishah High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong Tea dry tea leaves on a bamboo scoop on a dark wooden table. Red teapot and brewed tea in a cup beside it. Packaged tea in a box in the background.

Alishan High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong Tea field in Taiwan

Tea plants used to make Alishan High Mountain Oolong tea alongside betelnut trees, in the mountains Alishan region in Taiwan under a blue sky.

Traditional Taiwanese house with a blue truck parked in front, surrounded by tea fields in the Alishan High Mountain Tea growing region in Taiwan.

Alishan High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong Tea, top view

Alishan High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong Tea

Alishan High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong Tea

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Flavor: Savory, buttery, aroma. Smooth, substantial creamy texture. Refreshing, milky finish.

Garden: This plot of Jin Xuan (Tai Cha #12) is the highest elevation of all the plots of Jin Xuan that are cured at this factory, situated between 1000 and 1100m. Almost all tea gardens above 1100m elevation are growing the Qing Xin cultivar that is used to make Taiwan's classic High Mountain Oolong Tea. The Taihe area comprises the northernmost corner of the Alishan tea growing region, and is home to the renowned Zhangshuhu Village.

Harvest: Hand-picked, small batch, Taihe, Taiwan. Winter 2025.

Elevation: 1000m
This winter batch of Alishan High Mountain Jin Xuan Oolong is similar to the previous summer harvest in character. It offers buttery and floral notes, with a subtle savory herb finish There is enough fresh green to give it the notorious High Mountain Tea flavor, but it is a bit softer and creamier than a Qing Xin Oolong tea character. It's both soothing and refreshing.
We procured this batch of tea from a factory that is in high demand among wholesale merchants in the local industry. Merchants come to the factory to taste the previous day's harvest that is still being rolled and dried, and purchase large quantities of fresh produce before it fully cured!

We finally had a chance to visit this factory that we had been introduced to a while ago. It is run by a former school teacher who is quite active in developing and promoting the local tea culture. Many local farmers have their seasonal produce cured at this factory, and she represents them and facilitates the sale of their tea to merchants who come from all over Taiwan. Ms. Yang has a solid business ethic, and is all about sustainable business practice. After a couple of visits comprised of long rambling conversations about all things tea, we are very much looking forward to future cooperation!
Mug: 8g tea in 300ml 100°C water. Steep for 4 minutes. Re-steep. Adjust to taste.

Cold Brew: Use 5g of tea per liter of water. Brew tea at room temperature for 2-3 hours, and enjoy. Or you can put your cold brew bottle in the fridge to brew overnight and be ready to drink the next day.

Gong Fu: Start with a 1:15 leaf to water ratio, e.g. 10g of tea leaves for a 150mL teapot. Use boiling temperature water and brew for about 50 seconds. Increase brewing time with each successive brew. The leaves can be brewed 6 times.

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Likes: Subtle yet smooth, with a toasty richness and a pleasant umami note.

A Gentle Awakening: My First Encounter with Milky Oolong Tea

I had often heard from many people that Milky Oolong tea was the perfect starting point for beginners, so I decided to give it a try for the first time. From the very first sip, I was deeply moved. The soft and delicate milky aroma embraced me, while the earthy richness and subtle savoriness lingered gracefully on my palate, leaving a lasting impression.

Before discovering this tea, I never truly understood the joy of drinking tea. But now, beginning each day with a warm cup has become a source of genuine happiness for me. What once was an ordinary routine has turned into a small but precious ritual, filling my mornings with calmness and delight.

Milky Oolong didn’t just introduce me to tea—it opened the door to an entirely new way of savoring life’s quiet moments.

Hi Hanmin,

We are SO happy to hear that you have begun on your tea journey! It's what originally inspired us to share our appreciation for tea. We truly believe that it can improve one's quality of life, and in many small ways. Thanks so much for sharing your experience.
Andy

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Likes: Packaging was nice and secure

Improvements: Tracking information was not given through the regular transaction and it was difficult to track

Really excellent

I have never been a fan of Jin Xuan (Milk) Oolong but decided to give this batch a chance. This is really excellent—the “milky” notes really come through without disturbing a bold, full-bodied taste I’ve come to expect from oolong. Very floral, smooth, and rich, but without being powerful or punchy.

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Wonderful

Great, fresh, high mountain Jin Xuan. I brew western at 204f for 4 minutes and it’s perfectly buttery and milky.
This is my 1st order from Eco-Cha. I bought $200 for express shipping, which arrived to me in Hawaii in 7 days. Great service.
I’ll definitely be ordering more.

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This is my favorite tea

Ive got a pretty wide selection, and still drink other teas, but when I want something guaranteed to make me happy, this is what I reach for. (Can’t have your favorite all the time or it loses its specialness.) The first time I sipped it I nearly cried, which yes, is very dramatic, but that’s how strongly I feel about this tea. Not everyone I’ve shared it with feels like I do about it, so don’t let me oversell it. You may not feel like you want to marry the tea, love at first sip. But it is a very good tea.

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Likes: The unique taste and its availability (online).

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A delicious, light tea.

This tea type has a light, milky flavor that combines the best of both green and (more conventional) oolong teas. A great tea to try and buy.

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