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August Uncommon Rare Leaves Black Pearl - Single Estate Taiwanese Dark Roasted Oolong Tea
$59.99
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For oolong tea drinkers who like depth over delicacy, August Uncommon's Black Pearl is a single-estate, dark roasted Taiwanese oolong with real body. It is grown in Taitung's tea gardens at 400 meters elevation, and an extended roast turns the leaves toward a rich, toasty cup layered with sticky rice and a gentle orchid note.
Why You'll Love This August Uncommon Oolong
- Bold, layered flavor: The dark roast brings caramel-like sweetness, mineral depth and toasted grain, balanced by soft sticky rice and orchid aromatics.
- Single-estate character: Every leaf comes from one Taitung estate, so each cup reflects a single place rather than a mix of sources.
- A heavier style of oolong: The longer roasting sets this tea apart from lighter, greener oolongs and gives it a fuller, smoother body.
- Works hot or with milk: Brew it straight to enjoy the roasted notes, or use it as a base for a homemade oolong milk tea.
- Two ways to buy: Pick the 150g tin for your shelf or as a gift, or the 250g refill bag to top up when you run low.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does August Uncommon Black Pearl Dark Roasted Oolong Tea have caffeine?
Yes. Like all oolong, it is made from the tea plant, so it contains natural caffeine. Its caffeine level is medium, which suits a morning or afternoon cup.
Can I make oolong milk tea with August Uncommon Black Pearl Dark Roasted Oolong Tea?
Yes. Its roasted, grainy depth holds up well to milk, which makes it a good choice for oolong milk tea. It is equally good brewed on its own.
What does August Uncommon Black Pearl Dark Roasted Oolong Tea taste like?
Expect a rich, roasted cup with caramel sweetness, mineral depth and toasted grain undertones. Sticky rice and a subtle orchid floral note round it out.
Specifications
- Ingredients: Oolong Tea
- Caffeine: Medium, contains caffeine from oolong tea
- Tea type: Oolong (dark roasted)
- Origin: Taiwan (single estate in Taitung, grown at 400 meters elevation)
- Flavor notes: Sticky rice, orchid, caramel sweetness, toasted grain, mineral
- Format: Loose leaf tea
- Pack sizes: 150g Tin; 250g Refill Bag
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