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Loose Leaf Tea Company Quanzhou Milk Oolong
$18.49
Savor the creamy, naturally sweet character of Loose Leaf Tea Company's Quanzhou Milk Oolong—a semi-fermented tea prized for its delicate orchid notes and lush milk undertones. Unlike artificially flavored blends, this oolong develops its signature milky essence through a rare temperature shift during harvest, a phenomenon so distinctive it's woven into local legend. The result is a smooth, sophisticated tea that feels indulgent without any added cream.
Harvested from high-elevation gardens (500–1200 meters) across the growing season, each leaf undergoes meticulous processing: careful withering to achieve precise fermentation, rocking to develop complexity, and quality sorting to isolate only the finest pieces. This labor-intensive craft yields just 80,000 kg annually worldwide, making this blend a true luxury. Between green and black tea in oxidation, this oolong delivers a balanced, nuanced cup ideal for contemplative afternoons.
Why You'll Love This Loose Leaf Oolong
- Naturally milky flavor—no artificial additives or cream needed
- Complex, evolving taste with orchid florals and subtle sweetness
- Semi-fermented profile offers smooth body with gentle astringency
- Limited annual production makes it a sought-after specialty tea
- Ideal for multiple infusions, revealing new notes with each steep
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Loose Leaf Tea Company Quanzhou Milk Oolong have caffeine?
Yes, as a semi-fermented oolong tea, this blend contains moderate caffeine—typically 30–50 mg per 8 oz cup, less than black tea but more than most green teas. Caffeine levels vary slightly depending on steep time and water temperature.
What makes oolong milk tea different from regular oolong?
This milk oolong develops its creamy character naturally during harvest rather than through added flavoring. The distinctive milky notes come from a temperature phenomenon unique to certain growing conditions, making it fundamentally different from standard oolong blends.
How should I brew this oolong tea?
Steep at 195–205°F for 3–5 minutes. This tea is excellent for gongfu-style brewing with multiple short infusions, which reveals its full complexity and allows you to experience how the flavor evolves across steeps.
- Ingredients: Oolong tea.
- Tea Type: Semi-fermented oolong
- Origin: Quanzhou region, China
- Elevation: 500–1200 meters
- Harvest Season: March–December
- Flavor Profile: Creamy milk, orchid florals, subtle sweetness
- Oxidation Level: 40–60% (between green and black tea)
- Caffeine Content: Moderate (30–50 mg per 8 oz)
- Format: Loose leaf
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| Brand | Loose Leaf Tea Company | Teappo | Culinary Teas | Zum Zum Tea |
| Tea type | Oolong | Oolong | Oolong | Oolong |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | Medium | Medium | Medium | Medium |
| Flavor notes | Floral, Smooth | Floral, Smooth, Round | Floral, Smooth | Floral, Smooth, Round |
| Key ingredients | Oolong Tea | Oolong Tea | Oolong Tea | Oolong Tea |
| Origin | China | Taiwan | China | China |
| Brewing | 205°F · 3–5 min | 205°F · 3–5 min | Not listed | Not listed |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
