oolong
Noun
Meaning
A fragrant variety of black tea having somewhat the flavor of green tea.
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According to the " Anxi " theory, oolong tea had its origin in the Anxi oolong tea plant, which was discovered by a man named Sulong, Wulong, or Wuliang.
According to the "Wuyi" theory, oolong tea first existed in the Wuyi Mountains region.
“For Oolong teas, we pluck tender two-leaf-and-bud from selective bushes in our Billimalai estate, some 6,000 feet above sea level and create a dark tea with captivating flavour,” ENR Vejayashekara, Avataa Production Executive, said.
But nothing inspires fascination among L.A.’s tea geeks quite like her collection of oolong, an expressive variety that bridges the gap between green tea (unoxidized) and black tea (
Golden raisins on nose, with a spiced fruit undertone and a golden oolong tea element.
The Facts Fabric: Silky Floaty remnant, $12 (from Rathdowne Fabrics) and lining from the stash Pattern: Colette's Oolong Year: c. 2009 Notions: nil Time to complete: 6 hours First worn: Boxing Day Wear again?