Oolong tea is grown in the mountainous landscape of northern Fujian and is the official tea used in the 400 year old ancient Chinese Fujian tea ceremony. This Tea ceremony exists for the sole purpose of celebrating the tea itself and the art of brewing the tea. Tea drinking in China, is regarded as one of the seven daily necessities.

To enjoy China Magnolia Oolong tea to its fullest, make sure to steep loose leaves at the second boil, when 8mm bubbles, the Chinese call “fish eyes”, are slowly rising to the water surface, pour a small amount over 1 teaspoon of leaves and rinse. Then pour 8 ounces of water over the tea and steep for 3-5 minutes. This is a delicate leaf, which will brew best with a slightly longer steep time, with low boiled water allowing the flavor to slowly release.

You will find China Magnolia Oolong to have a natural, delicate, magnolia scent.

This gourmet green tea is in loose leaf form and will require a tea infuser or tea filter when brewing. This can be purchased separately here.