D/P/S × Thomas Meat Shop. Bai Hao Oriental Beauty Tea 25g

*Deliveries via convenience stores typically take about 2-3 business days after shipment, and registered mail via the post office takes about 1-2 business days (schedules may be adjusted based on carrier volume; we cannot guarantee specific delivery dates or times). *For friends on outlying islands, please contact our designers first. ❤ *Packaging specification: 25g per canister. *Images are for reference only. Made from the Qingxin Damao cultivar grown at an altitude of approximately 400–800 meters. Due to the distinct white fuzz on its tea buds, it is also known as Bai Hao Oolong tea. Bai Hao Oriental Beauty is a more heavily fermented tea. With more than half of its catechins semi-oxidized, it lacks the raw, grassy bitterness often found in other teas. Thanks to the "zi-xian" (saliva) left by small green leafhoppers, it develops a unique ripe fruit and honey aroma. The tea liquor is clear and bright like amber, featuring notes of orange and ripe fruit with a rich, full-bodied, natural, and mellow character. Featuring futuristic, sophisticated packaging in collaboration with the contemporary urban art space DOPENESS ART LAB, the canisters are crafted from eco-friendly, stylish paper. Each contains tea produced under the supervision of Hwa Gung Tea, a century-old tea factory that has won the five-star award from the Agriculture and Food Agency for five consecutive terms—making it the perfect gift for any festive occasion. About Hwa Gung Tea Since 1918, spanning five generations, we have been dedicated to producing 100% locally sourced, high-quality artisanal teas. Hwa Gung Tea Factory is located in the Hwakang region of Lishan at an altitude of 2,500 meters. It was the first tea factory in Taiwan to receive ISO 22000 and HACCP certification. Since 2013, it has been awarded the five-star rating by the Agriculture and Food Agency for eight years, achieving a fully integrated vertical production system from cultivation to sale. In recent years, our tea quality has been recognized with numerous accolades: In 2021, we participated in the Monde Selection for the first time, winning 2 gold medals and 1 silver medal out of 3,100 unique products from over 90 countries. From 2018 to 2020, we received the "Gold Medal" for three consecutive years at the AVPA World Tea Competition in Paris, France. In 2016, we were awarded the "Grand Gold Prize" in two categories at the World Green Tea Contest in Japan. These awards prove that high-quality Taiwanese tea is beloved not only by the Chinese-speaking community but also by tea lovers around the world. *Thomas's Note Since 2013, the Agriculture and Food Agency has implemented a hygiene and safety evaluation for tea factories. Similar to how hotels are graded, tea factories across Taiwan are evaluated on a 1 to 5-star scale based on infrastructure, environmental standards, production processes, and staff health management, with 5 stars being the highest rating. Out of hundreds of tea factories, only a small minority achieve the 5-star rating, making Hwa Gung Tea’s achievement of five consecutive terms particularly remarkable. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52688590619_e418ecb7db_z.jpg The Origin of Oriental Beauty... Legend has it that over a century ago in Taiwan, when tea farmers had no pesticides, their crops were frequently damaged by small green leafhoppers. The affected leaves would curl and turn red, becoming difficult to sell. One farmer, unwilling to accept the loss, decided to process and sell these leafhopper-bitten leaves anyway. Surprisingly, the resulting tea liquor had a unique honey-like fragrance distinct from traditional oolong. It became a huge hit with trading companies, selling for a much higher price than expected! When the farmer returned home to share his story, no one believed him and accused him of "puffing" (a dialect term for boasting/lying), leading to its nickname "Puff Tea" (Peng Feng Cha). Another theory links it to Eizo Ishizuka, the Japanese Governor-General of Taiwan at the time. It is said the Governor held a high-end tea competition, and this insect-bitten tea became famous for its unique appearance and aroma. When he later left Taiwan, he reportedly purchased this tea at a high price to bring back to Japan. Its fame eventually reached British merchants, who brought it back to offer to Queen Victoria. After tasting it, the Queen praised it endlessly; observing its appearance, which reminded her of an oriental lady in a graceful qipao, she named it "Oriental Beauty." https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52688738780_45e0e2474e_z.jpg Bai Hao Oriental Beauty: Renowned in the West Sourced from the Qingxin Damao cultivar grown in Northern Taiwan (Taoyuan City, Hsinchu County, Miaoli County) at an altitude of 400–800 meters, it is also known as Bai Hao Oolong due to its distinct white fuzz. Harvested between June and July each year, the tea leaves display a mix of five colors: white, green, yellow, red, and brown. Thanks to the "zi-xian" (saliva) from the small green leafhopper, it develops a unique ripe fruit and honey fragrance. As a heavily fermented tea, over half of its catechins are oxidized, ensuring it is neither grassy nor bitter, resulting in a rich, full-bodied, and smooth-tasting liquor. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52687795507_917d4cd043_z.jpg Unique Honey and Ripe Fruit Aromas from Leafhopper Bites The small green leafhopper, also known as the "tea jassid," is about 0.7 cm long and bright green. Both adults and nymphs feed on the sap of plants like mulberry, tea, and citrus trees. Although leaves bitten by these leafhoppers curl and show stunted growth, the tea trees respond by producing special aromatic compounds, creating a natural honey-like scent and ripe fruit aroma. This process is known as "zi-xian," and the quality of the tea depends on the balance between the degree of this interaction and the resulting aroma and taste. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52688738845_daeb1c5412_z.jpg Brewing Guide for Beginners [Hot Brewing Method] We recommend using 1g of tea leaves per 25ml of water. Steep in 85–90°C hot water for about 1–2 minutes. You can adjust the steeping time and amount of water to your preference. The number of infusions depends on the amount of tea used (5g can typically be re-steeped 3–4 times). [Cold Brewing Method] We recommend using 1g of tea leaves per 100ml of water. Refrigerate for 8–16 hours. You can adjust the steeping time and amount of water to your preference. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52688590569_0d6d0c06fe_z.jpg Thomas Meat Shop × The Coolest Contemporary Art Space: DOPENESS ART LAB "The First Urban Art Experimental Space in Taiwan" Founded in 2018 by contemporary artist KEA TSAI, this is Taiwan’s first experimental space for urban art. It is more than just a place to buy and collect art; through an experienced design and marketing team, it constantly explores cross-disciplinary collaborations and even has its own fashion brand, highly recommended by many celebrities. The goal is to allow more people to encounter, engage with, and fall in love with urban art in various forms. Featuring futuristic, sophisticated packaging in collaboration with the contemporary urban art space DOPENESS ART LAB, the canisters are crafted from eco-friendly, stylish paper. Each contains "Lishan Zen Honey Black Tea / Bai Hao Oriental Beauty Tea," produced under the supervision of Hwa Gung Tea, a century-old tea factory that has won the five-star award from the Agriculture and Food Agency for five consecutive terms—making it the perfect gift for any festive occasion. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52687795492_ccff0fa4b8_z.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52687795482_0a16e73faf_z.jpg ▼Origin Taiwan ▼Ingredients Bai Hao Oriental Beauty Tea: Oolong tea leaves Collaborative Tea Canister: Paper body, tinplate base & lid ▼Shelf Life Three years; please refer to the product label for details. ▼Storage Store in a cool, dry place. ▼Notes 1. Images are for reference only; the actual product received is the standard. 2. If the product is damaged upon arrival, please take photos as evidence and contact us immediately. ▼Return/Exchange Policy Due to food safety and hygiene regulations, fresh and perishable goods are excluded from the 7-day appreciation period and are non-returnable. Upon receiving the product, please verify the items and quantities immediately. If you find any discrepancies with your order or if the product itself is defective (e.g., damaged during shipping), please take photos and contact us within one day, providing your order number or purchaser details. We will process your return or exchange immediately. *During the return/exchange process, please keep the invoice and ensure the product remains in its original, complete condition. Items requiring refrigeration must be kept in the freezer. We reserve the right to refuse returns or exchanges if the product has been opened, or if damage or deterioration occurs due to improper handling or storage by the consumer.