Dong Ding Oolong Competition Tea — Five Plum Award

About This Tea

Sourced from Lugu Township in Nantou County — the heartland of Dong Ding Oolong — this tea earned the prestigious Five Plum Award at the Dong Ding Oolong Grading Exhibition and Competition. Every step of production, from leaf selection and fermentation to charcoal roasting, is evaluated by professional judges. Only the finest lots receive this recognition.

Tasting Notes

Aroma — Ripe fruit, toasted grain, and warm floral honey

Flavour — Round and full-bodied, with a clean depth that builds with each sip

Finish — Long, sweet, and lingering — the hallmark of a well-roasted Dong Ding

Liquor — Bright amber gold, clear and luminous

Brewing Guide

Leaves: 6–8g per session
Water temperature: 95–100°C
First steep: 50 seconds
Second steep: 40 seconds
Continue adding 10–15 seconds per steep. This tea holds up well for 5+ steepings.

Product Details

Tea type: Oolong
Origin: Lugu Township, Nantou County, Taiwan
Oxidation: Medium
Roast: Light to medium charcoal roast
Net weight: 600g (1 box)
Storage: Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

A Competition Tea Worth Savouring

The Five Plum Award is one of the most respected distinctions in Taiwan's tea competition circuit. Each leaf represents the grower's skill, patience, and deep understanding of the Dong Ding tradition. Whether you're buying for yourself or as a gift, this is a tea that speaks for itself.