years ago,

tea trees were growing naturally in the wild.

Then about two hundred years ago

tea trees were brought from the Wuyi area in mainland China's Fujian province

to Northern Taiwan

where they were planted and cultivated.

Taiwan's terrain and climate are perfect for growing tea,

and as a result Taiwan has become one of the world's most well-known

tea growing areas, in addition to producing green and black teas

there are three main types of Oolong tea produced in Taiwan,

including Taiwan oolong tea, Formosa

oolong tea and Taiwan Pouchong tea.

With the Tropic of Cancer traveling through Taiwan it has suitable terrain and excellent

weather for growing

tea trees.

That has made taiwan one of the world's most important tea exporters

there are many tea producing areas in Taiwan including

Northern Taiwan

The Tao-Chu-Miao area

Central Taiwan

and the Hua-Dong area

In Northern Taiwan there are Xindian

Pinglin and Shidin in New Taipei City

Muzha and Nangang in the Taipei city

and Dongshan, Sanxing and Datong

in Yilan County the highest producing areas are Pinglin and Shidin.

the most well-known teas are the Pouchong teas from the Wen Shan district

The Tie Guan Yin tea of Muzha and Bi Lou Chun tea of San Xia.

The Tao-Chu-Miao area is where

formosa oolong tea is grown, it's also known as Pon Hong tea

or champagne oolong and it's even better known as 'Oriental Beauty'.

it is only grown in Taiwan and is considered the highest grade of

Taiwanese tea.

The Tao-Chu-Miao area is also known for exporting black tea and green tea

which made a huge profit from exports ensuring a stable foundation for

Taiwan's Industrial development. In Central Taiwan

the Taiwan oolong tea grown in Nantou County is the most popular semi-ball type

Bao Zhong tea

better known as Dung Ting oolong tea is well known in Taiwan and abroad.

It is only grown in the Dong Ting mountain area of Nantou

County at an altitude of between 500 and 800 meters

the production of high-quality Dong Ting oolong tea has expanded to the nearby

towns that mean Ming Jian

and Chusan and gradually has included areas in

Taichung, Yunlin and Chiayi

such as Ali Shan, Mei Shan and Sanlinxi

The main products of the Hua-Dong area include the black tea of Luye village

in

Taitung County and Taiwanese oolong tea

The team Research and Extension station established in 1903

focuses on R & D for the tea industry

the Dong Ting station is the only pesticide inspection unit for tea n the

world

it offers strict quality control for tea leaves

insuring consumer safety.

Differences in variety of tea, production area

degree in fermentation

and production processes can result in the many different special teas of Taiwan.

The different types of tea produced in Taiwan include

Taiwan Pouchong, Formosa oolong,

Taiwan oolong,

Amber oolong, black tea

and green tea.

Taiwan Pouchong tea

Pouchong tea is one of Taiwan's most well-known teas.

It is made from the Ching Xin oolong cultivor using a specialized

process that gives it a unique profile among oolong teas.

The leaves are rolled into a gracefully curled shape and are lovely

dark green

it has a golden brew and distinctive floral aroma

smooth in soothing it has won itself the esteemed name,

'Ching Cha' meaning pure or light tea

Pouchong tea is also used with jasmine flowers to make Shian pian

a unique Jasmine infused Pouchong tea.

the most popular Pouchong tea comes from the Wenshan and district in Taipei

Formosa oolong tea

Formosa oolong is one of the most well-known teams in the world

it's a rare tea harvested only during a two-week period in late June and early

July.

The top two tender leaves in white tipped buds are selected for processing

about 70 percent oxidized, the bright amber brew has a lively taste

that is not astringent and deliciously fruity.

Also known as white tip oolong and 'Oriental Beauty'.

This tea is produced only in Taiwan and is considered a national treasure.

Formosa oolong is delicious, hot

and great for ice tea too. Many Western tea connoisseurs enjoy adding a

dash of brandy

to enhance the flavor, only the formosa oolong produced in Taiwan is

considered to be of

top quality. It is grown in an environments that is free of chemical

fertilizers and pesticides.

The production areas are located mostly in

Emei and Beibu in Hsinchu County, Toufen and ??? in Miaoli county

Longtan in Taoyuan County and Shidin

in Taipei.

Taiwan oolong tea.

Also known as fragrant or Jade oolong, Taiwan

oolong tea is one of the best quality teas in Asia,

and among the world's most distinctive and famous teas.

Taiwan oolong tea is partially oxidized and yields to

fragrant golden brew, bright and intensely aromatic

with the long-lasting sweet aftertaste or finish.

Taiwan oolong tea is made from leaves that are rolled into a

tight semi-ball shape, the flavor profile can range from a light

refreshing floral crispness to a smooth and buttery taste.

Taiwan oolong is mainly produced in this song

Dong Ting, Ali Shan, Mei Shan

and San Ling Xi areas in Taiwan.

Taiwan oolongs are made primarily from Ching Xin oolong

Ching Xin Tapun, King Hsuan,

Tsui Yu and Si Ji Chun tea tree cultivors

Taiwan oolong tea has a lovely natural flavor

that reflects the environment in which it's grown.

Amber oolong tea

Amber oolong is made using a traditional processing method in which

the tea is roasted or baked

over charcoal, this process gives the tea its unique appearance in flavor.

The tea leaves become brown after a long period of roasting

and the color of the tea liquor is amber. It has a mellow,

rich flavor amber oolong is beneficial for digestion,

especially of greasy or fatty foods.

It can also be brewed with cold water in summer to make a flavorful

iced tea and is often used in bottled

ready to drink teas. There are three classifications of amber oolong,

lightly baked, medium baked and heavily baked.

This kind of tea is made by baking finished

Pouchong oolong teas in small batches in a cylindrical charcoal baker,

it can be baked to match the preferences of the customer.

Black tea

Tea that is steeped from leaves which have been completely oxidized will appear

dark red in color with a slightly malty aroma.

Black tea accounts for about 90 percent of all the tea produced and consumed

in the world.

Taiwan's black teas including

Assam tea and Taiwanese teas number 18 and 21 from Yuchi

and Sun Moon Lake in Nantou County and from the Huadong area.

Of those gongfu tea made with number eighteen is of the best quality

and has a unique aroma.

it's also known as 'red jade'.

Taiwanese black tea is consumed without milk or sugar

it taste delicious all by itself.

Green tea

When brewed green tea produces a liquor which appears dark green or yellowish

green

with an aroma a fresh vegetables. There are two ways of processing green tea

panning and steaming, which are in Chinese,

'Chou Jin' and 'Zen Jin' green tea.

'Chou Jin' green tea is produced in the Bi Lo Chun and Long Jing areas have Sanxia

in new Taipei City

and it's mainly for domestic consumption.

Half a century ago, teas from mainland China call to Chucha

and Zenmei were produced in the Tao-Chu-Miao area

it was produced for export to North Africa, Europe and North America.

Bi Lo Chun tea leaves are emerald in color and slightly

curved, the brew is yellowish green with mellow sweet

and refreshing flavor.

Steamed green tea is Japanese Sencha.

It is mainly produced in Long Tan in Taoyuan County,

and today it's also produced in Mingjian in Nantou

County.

A cup of tea shows that you care...

and it warms the soul.

Drinking tea is one of life's great pleasures,

typically enjoying good tea includes brewing the tea carefully,

smelling its aroma, admiring the color the tea in the cup and savouring its flavor.

Appreciating good tea can be an elegant and refined experience

but it also helps us relax, regardless of whether you are at home

enjoying time with a friend or having tea at work, tea drinkers

today have many convenient choices to accommodate their lifestyle.

Tea is available in all types of packaging including tea bags,

ready to drink cans and bottles. No matter how tea is consumed,

it is the best choice for a natural and refreshing beverage

it satisfies both the body and mind, it can warm the hearts of people in our

modern world.

Sharing a cup of tea is one of the best ways of building relationships.