Region: Beipu Township, Hsinchu County, Taiwan
Manufacture: 65 to 75 percent oxidation
Style: Opervtwist, folded-leaf
Flavor: Sweet, fresh, "honeyed" fruit
Aroma: Pure and clean fragrance of apricots and peaches
Liquor: Clear, pale golden color
Steeping: Numerous 3- to 4-minute infusions at 180° to 195°F (increasing temperature with the steepings). Drink plain.
Bai Hao is Taiwan's premier oolong and most famous tea竊?nd it is referred to by various names in English. It is easy to drink and delicious and has a very short, summer-only harvest season. A traditional, leafy oolong, Bai Hao has the characteristic stone-fruit flavor and aroma that makes it an excellent and indulgent "sipping" tea. Bai Hao oolong can be enjoyed with food - especially sweet or slightly savory snacks. Serve in small porcelain cups with a light-colored, unpatterned interior. A properly prepared Bai Hao oolong will present a remarkable aroma and clean taste.