Shrouded in legend and fascinating

In Chinese, oolong means “black dragon” or “black snake.” Various legends explain the origin of the tea’s name, which is seen as a compromise between green and black tea. The duration of oxidation lies exactly halfway between that of green tea and black tea. The longer oolong is aged, the more refined it becomes. However, starting in the third year of aging, the tea leaves must be roasted annually to ensure they remain fresh.