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Strip-style Oolongs
In
the north-west part of Fujian, the rocky cliffs of the
WuYi Shan are home to the rare and revered ‘rock
oolong’ teas or yan cha, which are made from
sub-varieties of Camellia sinensis that are found
nowhere else in China. These teas are long, broad,
flat and slightly twisted, and are oxidized to a dark,
somber color. Traditionally-made Wu Yi Shan teas are
given a final drying, or roasting, over a charcoal
fire, which delicately imparts an additional, subtle
nuance of flavor to the leaves. These delicious teas
are the old-style Chinese oolong tea, which are
finding a new audience in the West among taste
enthusiasts who seek well-defined, mature tastes.
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