At a glance: Our orange blossom Oolong is a scented semi-oxidised tea with sun-dried petals. Brewing: 12–15 g/L at 80°C for 2 to 4 minutes. Best enjoyed in the morning or during the day.
Some teas are made for bright mornings, the kind where you take a moment to watch the steam rise from the cup. Our orange blossom-scented Oolong belongs to that rare family, poised somewhere between the roundness of a black tea and the freshness of a green.
This refined Oolong infusion wins you over with its balance: the semi-oxidised leaf releases woody, honeyed notes, gently lifted by the sunny orange blossom petals. A blend crafted in-house, designed for lovers of delicate, fragrant teas. Explore our Oolong selection to go further into this singular family.
The aromatic profile of this floral Oolong
The Oolong leaf forms the foundation of this creation. Semi-oxidised using age-old techniques, it yields a golden, lightly amber liquor with beautiful clarity.
On the nose, the warm, enveloping scent of orange blossom is immediate. Present at 3% in the blend, it evokes neroli: soft and luminous, never overpowering.
In the mid-palate, the Oolong's woody roundness takes over. Honeyed, lightly fruity notes emerge, reminiscent of ripe peach and warm pastry. The semi-oxidised leaf brings a velvety, almost creamy texture.
On the finish, the petals return in a lingering floral freshness. The taste is naturally sweet, with no added sugar, carried entirely by the richness of the leaf and its accompanying aroma.
This scented blend sets itself apart from most green teas through its rounded texture, and from most black teas through its floral brightness. It makes an ideal introduction to the world of Oolong for anyone curious about this singular category. Browse all our Oolong teas to broaden your tasting palette.
How to brew this orange blossom Oolong
Brewing a good Oolong takes a little attention, but nothing complicated. Here are the brewing parameters our house recommends for this particular reference.
- Quantity: 12 to 15 grams of leaves per litre of water, roughly 2 teaspoons for a large 300 ml cup.
- Water temperature: 80°C. Water that is too hot will scorch the delicate floral notes and harden the liquor.
- Steeping time: 2 to 4 minutes. Start at 2 minutes for a lighter cup, and extend to 4 for more body.
- Water: a low-mineral spring water brings out the aromas at their best.
For an optimal experience, warm your porcelain or glass teapot with a splash of hot water, then empty it before adding the leaves. This prevents thermal shock and preserves the aromatic integrity of the brew.
Oolong leaves hold up beautifully to multiple infusions. Feel free to re-steep them: the second infusion often reveals a slightly different profile, woodier and less floral, which is very much part of the pleasure. To go further, see our guide on how to brew Oolong tea.
Julien Huot, founder of Thés & Traditions, personally selects this reference for its rare balance between floral finesse and the depth of the semi-oxidised leaf. Try our orange blossom Oolong and turn your mornings into a moment worth savoring.
The benefits of this scented Oolong
Oolong belongs to the Camellia sinensis family, alongside green and black teas. Its semi-oxidation gives it an intermediate profile, rich in polyphenols and catechins, as documented in research referenced by the ANSES.
Orange blossom, long used in herbal traditions, is valued for its calming properties. Several publications available on PubMed document its traditional use in supporting relaxation, though it does not constitute a medical treatment.
Oolong also contains caffeine, generally at a moderate level, making it well suited to mornings and early afternoons. For a deeper understanding of this tea family, read our article everything you need to know about Oolong, which covers its production and unique characteristics.
Storing your Oolong
Keep your leaves in an airtight, opaque tin, away from light, moisture and strong odours. A cupboard at room temperature (18–22°C) is ideal, well away from spices and coffee.
Properly stored, your Oolong will hold its optimal aromatic profile for 18 to 24 months after opening. Packed in our own workshop, it reaches you at its freshest.
Frequently asked questions
What are the benefits of orange blossom tea?
This infusion combines the polyphenols of Oolong, studied for their antioxidant activity, with the calming properties traditionally attributed to orange blossom. It is appreciated as a moment of relaxation, though it does not constitute a medical treatment.
How do you brew orange blossom tea?
Use 12 to 15 g of leaves per litre of water at 80°C, and steep for 2 to 4 minutes depending on the strength you prefer. Pre-warm the teapot to preserve the delicate floral aromas. The leaves can be steeped several times.
Where can you buy orange blossom tea?
Thés & Traditions offers this scented reference, personally selected by Julien Huot. You will also find other scented Oolongs, such as our Oolong Montagne du Tibet with notes of peach and pomegranate.
What varieties of orange blossom tea exist?
Orange blossom can be used to scent green teas, black teas, Oolongs or caffeine-free herbal infusions such as our Tisane Brume d'Oranger. Each base brings a different dimension to the blossom.
What are the ingredients in orange blossom tea?
Our blend contains Oolong, orange blossom (3%) and a natural flavouring. A simple, transparent composition with no unnecessary additives, letting the leaf and the flower speak for themselves.
Sources
Information based on references from the EFSA regarding tea compounds, and publications available on PubMed and the ANSES regarding the traditional use of orange blossom.
