2005 Anxi Dong Ding charcoal roastOur friend Master Chen Taiwanese by origin but long settled in Anxi is always seeking new ways to harmonize tradition with innovation, weaving together different tea cultures with curiosity and skill. This time, his exploration led to a uniquely crafted Dong Ding: made from Anxi leaves and charcoal roasted using the classic "tan bei" technique. The result is a tea that is shamelessly scrumptious. The moment the leaves meet a preheated brewing vessel,

Using both this unglazed gaiwan and its matching cup is recommended to achieve the smoothest drinking experience

but has rapidly grown with the critical success of many of its teas

it delivers the cozy profile that makes Jin Xuan such a favorite

showing a naturally untended state

but a gentle sensation enveloping the tongue

when Taiwanese people refer to oolong

Intense and savory

serving tea hot or cold

This collection combines established favourites with rising stars in the world of Sheng Pu'er

The mellow greenness is unmistakable

but closer inspection quickly reveals its special features

Her gardens lie in the heart of Taiwan