GABA High Mountain Alishan Oolong

TASTING NOTES: baked pears in caramel sauce, toasted walnuts, spiced plum compote

Grown in Nantou’s high mountain air, this organic GABA oolong is nitrogen-fermented to boost its calming, focusing properties. Smooth and thick, with notes of baked pear, roasted walnuts, and caramelized plum. A soothing yet vibrant tea for body and mind.

PACKAGING:

Glass jar

Refill

WEIGHT:

125g 50g

Product Variants

€35.00

Tea character

Leaf aroma

roasted hazelnuts, barley malt, prunes

Cup aroma

stewed raisins, toasted rice, warm wood

Flavor

baked pears in caramel sauce, toasted walnuts, spiced plum compote

Tea story

High in the cloud-draped peaks of Nantou’s Alishan range, tea farmers cultivate tender leaves that thrive in mist and mineral-rich soil. This batch of GABA Alishan oolong was harvested in early autumn and made from the Qingxin cultivar—known for its floral complexity and silky mouthfeel.

Once picked, the leaves were gently oxidized and then placed in a stainless steel chamber where oxygen was replaced with pure nitrogen. Over 8 hours, the leaves transformed: sugars deepened, amino acids converted into gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), and aromas mellowed. The result is a tea with a soothing physical effect, traditionally consumed in Taiwan and Japan for focus and relaxation.

Unlike greener high mountain oolongs, this tea carries a slight roast that warms its fruit-forward profile. Each infusion evolves from toasty baked pear to honeyed plum and sweet almond, offering a meditative experience in every cup.

Tea origin

Tea Region | Alishan, Nantou County, Taiwan

Tea tree | Camellia sinensis var. sinensis

Cultivar | Qingxin (Green Heart)

Harvest | Autumn, 2024

Picking & processing | Hand-plucked leaves / medium oxidation / GABA fermentation in nitrogen chamber / lightly roasted

Food pairing

Pear and brie tart
The soft, creamy brie and caramelized pear in the tart resonate with the tea’s baked fruit and nut tones, creating a warm, elegant pairing.

Toasted walnut banana bread
Nutty and sweet, banana bread draws out the tea’s roasted depth while highlighting its smooth, mellow texture.

Grilled peach with mascarpone
The juicy sweetness of grilled peach and the creamy richness of mascarpone complement the tea’s fruity and slightly caramelized notes.