• Grown at elevations over 2600 meters in Taiwan's Da Yu Ling region
• Name translates to "Big Jade Ridge," symbolising clarity and grandeur
• Among the highest tea plantations in the world with unique alpine terroir
• Extremely rare due to government restrictions and retired gardens
• Slow-growing leaves create deep complexity and elegant floral notes
• Highly prized by tea collectors and known for multiple expressive infusions
• Best enjoyed using gong fu brewing to appreciate its evolving character
• 100% natural ingredients, free from additives, colourants, and preservatives
• Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
• Packed in 100g vacuum sealed bag to preserve freshness

Da Yu Ling, or "Big Jade Ridge", is more than just a name. It signifies clarity, altitude, and distinction. Nestled within the towering peaks of Taiwan's central mountain range, this revered tea is grown at elevations exceeding 2600 meters, making it one of the highest altitude tea cultivations in the world. In this rarefied air, the tea plants are shrouded in mist, bathed in clean sunlight, and nourished by pure mountain water, creating the perfect environment for leaves to grow slowly and develop exceptional nuance and character.

The growing conditions are so extreme that each tender shoot matures at its own unhurried pace. This slow growth results in leaves packed with aromatic oils and layered flavours. Unlike teas from lower elevations, Da Yu Ling offers not just taste, but clarity - a crystalline infusion that lingers long after the sip, with floral top notes, a creamy mouthfeel, and a clean mineral finish. It is smooth, light, yet persistent, with an ethereal quality that distinguishes it from even other high mountain teas.

True Da Yu Ling is a rarity. Due to environmental protection policies and government restrictions, tea farming in this area has been drastically reduced. Many of the original gardens have been reclaimed by the forest. Only a few remaining producers are authorised to cultivate and harvest from this precious terroir, making each batch more limited and coveted than the last. As a result, authentic Da Yu Ling oolong is not only a sensory treasure but also a collectible one, often traded among serious tea collectors.

The craftsmanship behind this tea mirrors its rarity. Each leaf is hand-picked, with only the most tender two leaves and a bud selected. The leaves are lightly oxidised and carefully rolled to preserve their integrity. When brewed with patience and respect, preferably using the gong fu style, the tea reveals its secrets in stages. The first infusion introduces a gentle floral breeze. The second brings warmth and depth. By the third or fourth, the tea seems to whisper of mountain trails and drifting clouds. It is not a drink, but a journey.

To own and enjoy Da Yu Ling is to partake in one of Taiwan's finest cultural legacies. This is a tea not meant to be rushed, nor diluted with distractions. It invites stillness, appreciation, and wonder. A connoisseur's tea in every sense, it exemplifies the height of Taiwanese tea artistry - both literally and figuratively.

Serving suggestion:

We recommend brewing oolong tea with water at around 85 degrees Celsius. Steep the tea for approximately 3 minutes, then taste to see if the strength suits your preference. If you desire a stronger brew, you may steep it for another minute or two. Use a teapot with an infuser for best results. If a teapot is not available, an infuser ball, infuser cup, or a fine mesh strainer will also work well. For each serving, use about 3 to 4 grams of loose leaf tea, or roughly one teaspoon. This tea may be steeped a second time; simply extend the brewing time to draw out the remaining flavour.

Please note:

Images are for illustration purposes only. Packaging may vary per batch, and the tea portions may differ from those shown in the images.

What's in the box
1 x Nigiro Taiwanese Da Yu Ling Oolong Tea 100g