Made in Japan: Shizuoka Prefecture Makinohara Domestic Oolong Tea (Red/Green Oolong Tea) 50g (F112)

Made in Japan: Makinohara Oolong Tea (Red/Green Oolong Tea) from Shizuoka Prefecture, 50g (F112)

 ● Promotes digestion ● Helps with weight loss and control ● Antioxidant properties ● Improves cardiovascular health ( lowers cholesterol/reduces blood pressure)

While Japan is famous for its green tea, some regions also produce oolong tea, with Makinohara in Shizuoka Prefecture and Chiban Town in Kagoshima Prefecture being particularly renowned. The company president enjoys oolong tea, especially the red oolong from Shizuoka Prefecture. Approximately 50 grams of domestically produced Japanese oolong tea leaves can be brewed into about 25 cups of tea, the exact number depending on the amount of tea leaves used per cup.

Oolong teas produced in Makino, Shizuoka Prefecture, include red oolong and green oolong teas. They differ in processing methods and flavor characteristics. The main differences between these two types of tea are as follows:

Red Oolong Tea

Features :

• Production process : Red oolong tea is a fully fermented oolong tea. This process makes the fermentation level of the tea leaves similar to that of black tea, and the fermentation time is relatively long.

• Color : The tea soup is dark in color, usually appearing as red or amber.

• Flavor : It has a rich and full-bodied taste with a roasted aroma and sweetness. The flavor is mellow and has a long-lasting aftertaste.

• Suitable for : Tea lovers who enjoy a rich taste and deep aroma.

• Flavor : Red oolong tea has a rich flavor with roasted aromas and sweetness.

Green Oolong Tea

Features :

• Production process : Green oolong tea is a lightly fermented oolong tea. This process places the fermentation level between that of green tea and black tea, and the fermentation time is relatively short.

• Color : The tea soup is light in color, usually appearing as pale green or yellowish-green.

• Flavor : The taste is refreshing, with floral and fruity aromas, a light and pleasant taste, and a slight aftertaste.

• Suitable for : Tea lovers who enjoy a refreshing taste and delicate aroma.

• Flavor : Green oolong tea has a refreshing taste with floral and fruity aromas.

Price: £11

Made in Japan: Shizuoka Prefecture Makinohara Domestic Oolong Tea (Red / Green Oolong Tea) 50g (F112)

● Promotes Digestion
● Aids in Weight Loss and Weight Management
● Antioxidant Properties
● Improves Cardiovascular Health (Lowers Cholesterol / Lowers Blood Pressure)

While Japan is well-known for its green tea, some regions also produce oolong tea, with Shizuoka Prefecture's Makinohara and Kagoshima Prefecture's Chiran being particularly famous. The president prefers oolong tea and has a fondness for the red oolong tea from Shizuoka. A 50g pack of domestic oolong tea can brew approximately 25 cups, depending on the amount of tea leaves used per cup.

The domestic oolong tea from Makinohara, Shizuoka Prefecture, includes both red oolong tea and green oolong tea, which differ in processing techniques and flavor characteristics. Here are the main differences between the two types of tea:

Red Oolong Tea

Characteristics:

• Processing Technique : Red oolong tea is fully fermented. This process brings the fermentation level close to that of black tea, resulting in a longer fermentation time.
• Color : The tea liquor is darker, typically presenting a red or amber hue.
• Flavor : It has a rich flavor with roasted notes and sweetness, offering a full-bodied taste with a long-lasting aftertaste.
• Suitable For : Tea lovers who enjoy rich flavors and deep aromas.

Green Oolong Tea

Characteristics:

• Processing Technique : Green oolong tea is lightly fermented. This process results in a fermentation level that lies between green tea and black tea, with a shorter fermentation time.
• Color : The tea liquor is lighter, usually showing a light green or yellow-green color.
• Flavor : It has a refreshing taste with floral and fruity notes, offering a crisp flavor with a slight aftertaste.
• Suitable For : Tea lovers who prefer a fresh taste and delicate aroma.

Price

• £11