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Oolong tea is a semi-fermented tea from China. Halfway between green tea and black tea, it develops woody aromas and is characterized by a beautiful yellow color when brewed. It is particularly appreciated by Chinese tea enthusiasts.
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The uniqueness of oolong tea lies in its fermentation. Blue tea is called "semi-fermented" which places it between green tea and black tea. Like green tea, it has a low caffeine content, but like black tea, it's a powerful and full-bodied tea with a nutty flavor. Originally from the Chinese province of Fujian, its consumption extends throughout Asia. It is mainly produced in China and Taiwan, although oolong is considered by enthusiasts as a Chinese tea.
Organic oolong tea is alternatively called blue oolong tea or wu long tea. It gets its name from its characteristic deep blue color. You'll also find it under the name green oolong tea because teas from China are lightly fermented and have characteristics similar to green tea. It's also called jasmine oolong tea due to its high concentration of cis-jasmone, the fragrant molecule of jasmine, which gives it a very distinctive floral scent.
Finally, oolong is more like a green tea if it comes from China and a black tea if it comes from Taiwan. The tea's fermentation level can vary from one production to another, offering a wide range of flavors. Organic oolong tea is considered by enthusiasts as an aging tea. It's also the only one that can be infused multiple times due to its consistently exceptional quality.
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