Zhaogi Gong | Taiwanese Floral Tea - Osmanthus & Star Anise Oolong: Traditional Scenting Craft x Paper-Cutting Art

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54649208221_9b4731ca45_b.jpg **Zhaogi Gong | Osmanthus & Star Anise Oolong** Oolong tea with a roasted aroma is scented with aged osmanthus, infused with star anise, a familiar spice in Taiwanese cuisine. A gentle floral character is complemented by a soft, spiced aroma, adding a touch of motivation to your leisurely days. Tea Bag Contents & Flavor: __Roasted Oolong__ base, scented with __Osmanthus__ grown in Pinglin, with added __Star Anise__, a common Taiwanese spice. *Pregnant women and individuals with sensitive constitutions should consume with discretion. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54734423646_3977cf4bc0_b.jpg **The Hearty Soul of Taiwanese Cuisine, Revealing the Taiwanese Love for Food** The Taiwanese dedication to food is remarkable. Night markets brim with unique stalls, restaurants offer a variety of home-style dishes, and every proprietor has their own meticulous approach, never cutting corners, yet always open to new ideas. Through the act of "eating," the Taiwanese spirit of warmth, hospitality, and openness to diverse cultures is revealed. We've crafted this tea using heavily roasted oolong and aged osmanthus, incorporating star anise, a key ingredient in Taiwanese braised and stewed dishes. It's a flavor memory from our childhood. The interplay of tea, floral, and spice notes creates an unexpectedly delightful taste – mellow, sweet, and vibrant. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54339136635_54343f24a5_b.jpg Let Zhaogi Gong guide your exploration of Taiwanese charm, with each sip a sincere expression of Taiwanese flavors. Each taste is like savoring the essence of Taiwan's land and climate. Does this flavor resonate with your own taste of Taiwan? **Collaboration with Paper-Cutting Artist Lin Wen-Chen** Showcasing the Art of Floral Tea Making Paper cutting is a vital element of traditional Eastern culture, symbolizing heritage and creativity. Taiwanese tea, having journeyed through time, carries historical flavors and holds a unique position. Both are renowned for their attention to detail and mastery of technique. The tea-making process requires precise control of time, temperature, and methods to extract the finest flavors and aromas. Similarly, paper-cutting artists meticulously shape paper, paying close attention to every detail to create exquisite works. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54252919722_bcfa74142f_b.jpg ----- **Traditional Eastern Scenting Craft – Fragrance Without the Flower** "Scenting" is a traditional Eastern floral tea craft where natural floral fragrances are infused into tea leaves. Flowers and tea interweave, and over time, the tea leaves absorb the floral essence, resulting in a uniquely flavored delicacy. Western floral teas, in contrast, use blending techniques where all ingredients are brewed together. The scenting process involves mixing tea leaves with freshly picked flowers. Through capillary action, the tea leaves absorb the floral fragrance. The Ming Dynasty text "Chá Pǔ" (Tea Manual) records that any fragrant flower could be used for scenting. When flowers are in bloom, bamboo baskets lined with paper are used, separated into two layers. The upper layer holds tea, and the lower layer holds flowers. This process is repeated multiple times, allowing the tea leaves to absorb the floral aroma. Once complete, the flowers are removed, leaving only the scented tea leaves. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51813960856_b28da3c54e_b.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54253822501_aa6c964205_k.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54254058859_d6ac65499b_k.jpg **Sunny Days | Jasmine & Fruit Green Tea** https://www.pinkoi.com/product/gZPBUSUG **Blooming Time | Magnolia & Sand Ginger Oolong** https://www.pinkoi.com/product/RNFQQvfA **Zhaogi Gong | Osmanthus & Star Anise Oolong** https://www.pinkoi.com/product/2SMGDBNi **Radiant Light | Wild Ginger & Prickly Ash Black Tea** https://www.pinkoi.com/product/TimLF2ee === **Featuring Local Edible Flowers, Spices, and Teas** Each batch is tested for pesticide residue by the Republic of China, ensuring safe consumption. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54237451019_9b256548b4_b.jpg