Oolong Tea From Wu Yi Mountain: All Natural and All Good

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Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea enchants you with a rich, honey-like flavor and a refreshing floral fragrance.

Though several generations away from Da Hong Pao oolong tea, Xiao Hong Pao retains much of the essences of the grandfather tea while boasting many unique, amazing properties of its own.

One unique quality is the enhanced, sweet flavor. So there’s no need to add any additional sweeteners that may be harmful to your health.

But like its grandfather, this variety of oolong tea is naturally endowed with an incredible “rock flavor.” Many say drinking it can remind you of the extraordinary hills and rivers of Wu Yi Mountain.

In appearance, the leaves of Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea are somewhat smaller than those of Da Hong Pao. They are black with a hint of green.

Treat yourself to a cup of Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea everyday, and know what generations of tea farmers have produced. This special tea is truly a rare treat.

King Of Oolong Tea From The King Of Chinese Mountains

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:51:08 -0500

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Da Hong Pao tea, the top variety of oolong tea, is grown on a precipitous cliff in the legendary Wu Yi mountain area.

Take a trip here, and you may understand why this mountain, the most famous tea mountain in all of China, produces so many world-renowned oolong teas: it has a near-perfect combination of geography and climate.

Wu Yi Mountain is best known for its spectacular network of rocky hills, winding rivers, and beautiful caves.

Biologists love it here for the mountain’s amazing array of life that’s rarely seen anywhere in the world – it is home to almost 10,000 species of plants and animals.

The mountain area enjoys a subtropical, warm climate characterized by high humidity and plenty of rain. Here, summers are long and winters are short, providing ideal conditions for growing oolong tea.

Easily the most unique characteristic of Wu Yi Mountain is that all of the tea grown here has a unique “rock flavor.” That’s because Da Hong Pao and the other Wu Yi tea plants grow in solid, nutrient-rich rocks.

But unlike other oolong tea, Da Hong Pao originated from only four small tea brushes that hang from a sheer cliff on Wu Yi Mountain. Now most Da Hong Pao tea comes from cuttings of these tea brushes, and leaves from the original tea plants sell for hundreds of dollars an ounce. The cliff where those plants grow is under contestant protection by the Chinese military.

Take a sip of Da Hong Pao oolong tea, and you can almost taste the beautiful area it comes from. Show your friends what true tea connoisseurs drink.

Healthy Oolong Tea: Is There Anything It Can’t Do?

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Chinese oolong tea is undoubtedly the #1 choice to help you live a healthy modern life. Scientific experiments carried out in recent years have proven many of the health benefits long claimed by ancient Chinese medical records.

Many sound too good to be true – effective weight loss, slowing the aging process, and prevention of cancer and skin disease –but now it seems oolong tea has got them all.

Oolong tea gives you so many amazing health benefits because it contains a wide range of chemicals that protect the human body. These chemicals include: polyphenols, catechins, fluoride, zinc, selenium, and magnesia, among many others.

Lose Weight: Oolong tea has been proven to be one of the most effective fat burners of all types of Chinese tea. It does so by quickly dissolving triglycerides accumulated in fat cells and improving your metabolism that regulates the accumulation. Coupled with exercise, it is not surprising to see people losing many pounds after drinking this tea. (Read study #1 here)

caption id="" align="alignright" width="290" caption="Studies say: keep your blood tissue healthy with oolong tea"/captionSlow Down Aging: The degradation of cells, tissue, and internal organs in the human body is not entirely a natural process. In fact, it is accelerated by the absorption of toxins, called “free radicals,” from our environment. The antioxidants contained in oolong tea can clean up these toxins before they are able to do damage to your body. (Read study #2 here)

Prevent Cancer: The development of cancer cells, especially those in the lung, liver, and prostate, can be effectively hindered by intakes of polyphenols and antioxidants found in oolong tea. In blood and tissue, oolong tea suppresses the harmful effects produced by the excessive acidity related to all types of cancer. (Read study #3 here)

Promote Heart Health: Many studies have shown that oolong tea can lower the level of cholesterol deposited in blood vessels, thereby reducing the risk of heart disease. A 2004 Japanese study found that oolong tea could also increase the levels of plasma adiponectin, which contributes to a lower frequency of heart-related diseases. (Read study #4 here)

caption id="" align="alignleft" width="300" caption="Drinking oolong tea is said to reduce the risk of heart disease"/captionStrengthen Teeth: That drinking tea helps prevent tooth decay has long been known by Chinese herbalists who often prescribe this treatment to patients with tooth problems. Recent medical experiments have shown oolong tea is most effective in inhibiting enzyme activities that lead to oral diseases. Constant consumption of this tea also helps eliminate bacteria that produce foul breath. (Read study #5 here)

Other health benefits of oolong tea that have been proven by scientists include: lowering blood pressure and blood sugar, treating skin disorders, aiding digestion, improving cognitive functions, and strengthening the immune system. (Read study #6 here)

Drink oolong tea to build up a strong body that can effectively fight against diseases that plague modern people. Let it free you from anxieties and worries with its almost magical properties.

Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea: Taste and Appearance

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:44:26 -0500

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Da Hong Pao oolong tea amazes you with its deep, rich, coffee-like flavor and refreshing floral fragrance.

As the top variety of oolong tea, Da Hong Pao has a slightly stronger taste than most other Chinese teas.

The lingering, sweet aftertaste is notable for its hint of wild flowers and fruits.

Before brewing, dry Da Hong Pao oolong tea leaves are long, dark, and slightly curled. When brewed, the leaves expand, becoming almost red along the edges and slightly green in the center.

Many say drinking this tea is “like entering a forest filled with deep, amazing colors and a cool, refreshing breeze.” The dark red shade of the tea brings the forest to your cup, while its sweet aroma offers a simple solace.

Drinking just one cup of Da Hong Pao Oolong tea is considered a rare pleasure in China. So join the most discerning oolong tea lovers, and taste what the Chinese have known for centuries.

Xiao Hong Pao: From The Legendary Wu Yi Tea Montain

Tue, 13 Oct 2009 21:39:12 -0500

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Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea is grown among solid rock in the world-famous Wu Yi mountain area, not far from China’s southeastern coast.

Wu Yi Mountain itself is the focal point of the most famous tea area in China. Visitors to this mountain are amazed by the breathtaking views, pure air, and unique ecological system.

In fact, Wu Yi Mountain was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999. With a fantastic network of whimsical-looking hills, meandering rivers, and a vast biological system with over 10,000 species of plants and animals, it is not hard to imagine why the oolong tea grown here is some of the best in the whole world.

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But Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea is planted in an area away from its oolong tea “grandfather,” Da Hong Pao. With slightly different soil and climate conditions, Xiao Hong Pao oolong tea takes on a unique quality of its own.

The tall Wu Yi Mountain effectively blocks cold air from coming from the north and holds in warm air from the south, thus providing near-perfect temperatures for growing oolong tea.

Large amounts of rainfall and high humidity, wet air allows Xiao Hong Pao tea plants to flourish.

Taste a treasure from China’s southeast, right in the heart of tea country. Drinking Xiao Hong Pao almost takes you there.

How is Oolong Tea Made?

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Some say oolong tea is the king of all teas because it is produced by the most complicated processes in the world. For hundreds of years, this process was kept secret by tea makers in China, and even getting a glimpse into the intricate inner workings was virtually impossible for outsiders.

Nowadays, even though most of the steps are public knowledge, aspiring imitators still find it hard to master the all of the skills needed to make truly great oolong tea.

Generally speaking, there are 7 major steps in processing Wu Yi oolong tea.

Picking: Fresh oolong tea leaves are picked 3 – 4 times a year, depending on the local climate conditions. Leaves picked during early spring are generally considered to have the highest quality. Only a properly trained tea picker knows how to gather the leaves in a way that maximizes their potential.
Drying: After picked, oolong tea leaves are immediately transferred onto large wooden plates to be dried. Most leaves are dried both indoors and outdoors to balance the effects of heating and cooling.
Bruising: This is the most important step of the process. Bruising determines, to a very large extent, the quality and taste of your oolong tea. A variety of techniques are used to bruise the leaves, including shaking and tumbling. Bruising is usually repeated many times to achieve an ideal level of oxidation.
Kill-Green: Kill-green is a literal translation of the Chinese phrase for “stopping the oxidation.” Oxidation started by bruising the tea leaves is stopped once they start to take on a red color, while the middle part is still green. This step is usually done by frying the leaves in a pan for a very short time.
Shaping: During this step, oolong tea leaves are rolled and rubbed into the right shape. Oolong tea produced in Fujian province often comes out long and curly.
Drying: If bruising “releases” the taste of oolong tea leaves, the second round of drying strengthens what has been released. Both high and low heat are used to completely remove moisture from the leaves and finalize their chemical profiles. For some types of aged oolong tea, this step will be repeated on a yearly basis.
Sorting: Tea leaves are sorted before they are transferred for packaging. This step is almost always done by hand, and skilled inspectors pick out inferior leaves.

Slow down the fast pace of life and enjoy a moment of peace by drinking amazing oolong tea from Wu Yi mountain. Let this tribute tea for Chinese emperors bring wonder to your world.

Shui Xian Oolong Tea: Taste and Appearance

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 21:37:17 -0500

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Shui Xian oolong tea nurtures your body and mind with its rich, fruity flavor and strong, orchid-like fragrance.

Once only grown in Fujian province, Shui Xian is considered the pearl of Chinese oolong tea for its exquisite character and unique, completely natural aroma.

This variety of oolong tea is famous for its floral fragrance that amazes tea lovers with intricate, complex undertones.

Smelling it, you feel warm at first, and then you are calmed by its cooling energy.

Tea connoisseurs like to compare Shui Xian oolong tea to narcissus flowers, a plant that is also famous for its enchanting fragrance. Drinking Shui Xian, they say, is like resting in a garden and appreciating the beautiful flowers around.

The leaves of this tea are especially thick and green, but the surface turns dark and creamy when dried. Brew them in boiling water, and they quickly expand, giving off a beautiful red color in your cup.

Let Shui Xian oolong tea re-connect your soul with nature and keep you in a superb mood every day. The flowery fragrance and fruity flavor is a welcome reprieve from your busy life.

How Was Shui Xian Oolong Tea Discovered?

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 02:47:03 -0500

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Shui Xian oolong tea is believed to have been discovered more than 1,000 years ago during the Song dynasty.

Not much is known about how the tea came to be planted by the local tea farmers, but there is a legend surrounding the origin of the name “Shui Xian,” which means“Water Fairy.”

A young boy was collecting firewood on a hot summer day. In the sweltering heat, he felt terribly tired and thirsty. While resting in a cave, he smelled the sweet fragrance of a tree with beautiful white flowers and green leaves.

Seeing that the leaves were especially large and thick, he picked some and put them in his mouth.

Surprisingly, in just a few seconds the leaves cooled him down and filled his body with energy. Thinking he had found a magical plant, he took a branch from the tree home.

That night, a heavy rainstorm came and knocked down a wall of his house. The next morning, he found a small plant sprouting up from where he kept the branch. So he decided to make tea from the leaves of the plant, and drank it every day. By doing this, he grew up to be an especially strong and handsome man who almost never fell ill.

Hearing his story, people from near and far came to ask him about his secret. He told them he found the tea near a cave called “Zhu Xian.” But because of his dialect, what people heard was “Shui Xian,” or “Water Fairy.” Thinking that an actual Water Fairy gave the boy this marvelous tea, later people named this tea after her.

In the 1915 Panama Pacific International Exposition held in San Fransisco, Shui Xian oolong tea was one of China’s award-winning items.

Let this almost magical tea help you cope with the stress of life and nurture your body and mind. Make a cup, and feel relaxed every time you smell the delicate fragrance of “Shui Xian” tea.

The Shui Xian oolong tea industry began to flourish just 300 years ago, when people began to grow this tea in southern Fujian province using improved techniques.

Da Hong Pao Oolong Tea: From Sheer Cliff to Emperor's Palace

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:44:00 -0500

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While the history of Wu Yi tea can be traced back some 4,000 years ago, Da Hong Pao oolong tea only gained worldwide fame in the last century.

Though there are numerous legends surrounding the origin of this tea, many experts believe it was first discovered in the late Ming dynasty.

According to locals, a local official visited this mountain and was invited to drink tea in a nearby temple. After drinking the tea, the official was greatly surprised at how aromatic and delicious the tea is.

The monks then led him to a sheer cliff and told him the tea was from the four tea brushes hanging there. Seeing that the tea leaves on these brushes had a special red edge, the official decided to name this tea Da Hong Pao, meaning “Big Red Robe,” and he carved this name on a huge rock near the cliff.

Soon afterwards, Da Hong Pao oolong tea became famous across China as some of the best tea in the country.

To protect the original four tea plants, the Chinese government put them directly under its control. They have allowed cuttings to be taken to produce more Da Hong Pao, but harvesting from the original plants is still strictly guarded.

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Even though there is more Da Hong Pao oolong tea on the market now, the leaves from the original four brushes are still highly prized.

In 2005, a small amount of leaves were auctioned off at almost 2 million U.S dollars per kilogram. In 2006, the four brushes were insured by the People’s Insurance Company of China for 100 million RMB, or about 14 million U.S dollars.

While many people drink ordinary tea to stay healthy, you can drink Da Hong Pao oolong tea to enjoy a rare, beautiful experience.

Tell your friends about this special oolong tea, and watch their amazement!

The Newest Wu Yi Tea: Xiao Hong Pao

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 01:31:08 -0500

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With a history of less than 30 years, Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea is a new superstar in China’s tea market. Grown from modified cuttings of Da Hong Pao tea, it was born out of a thousand-year-old oolong tea tradition.

In the 1950s, Da Hong Pao oolong tea was extremely rare, with only four brushes producing a few kilograms every year.

So Chinese scientists used cuttings from these plants to invent a new kind of Wu Yi tea with similar qualities, but that could be grown in mass amounts.

After about 30 years of work, they produced the first generation of Da Hong Pao tea grown on genetically identical plants. Xiao Hong Pao is the fourth generation of this tea.

In Chinese, Da Hong Pao means “Big Red Robe” and Xiao Hong Pao means “Little Red Robe.” Experts say this tea was so named because its leaves have a unique, beautiful red edge. But many people believe the name has a far more interesting origin.

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Legend says that in the Ming dynasty, a young man on his way to the Imperial Examinations fell ill near Wu Yi Mountain. A monk from a nearby temple offered him a bowl of tea, and after drinking it, he immediately recovered.

Thanks to the monk, he made it to the exam, where he achieved the highest score and was received by the emperor. He told the emperor about the tea that cured him, and offered it to the court.

Amazed by the tea, the emperor sent a big red robe to clothe and protect the brushes that grew this oolong tea. The moment the robe was placed on the brushes, their leaves turned red on the edge. Thus this tea was named “Red Robe.”

Chinese tea lovers don’t just drink the most popular tea, but the best tea that offers the most amazing experience. Drink Xiao Hong Pao Wu Yi tea every day, and your life may be changed in amazing ways!