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95°CTemperature
6g 100ml
Wash: 5s • 1st: 10s • Add: +5sGongfu Timing
Origin
Taiwan
Processing
Heavy Roast
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This heavily roasted GABA Oolong offers a distinct woody sharpness, reminiscent of Wuyi rock oolongs but without any bitterness. Despite its caffeine content, it imparts a wonderfully calming sensation, making it an excellent choice for bowl infusion and extended steeping without fear of over-extraction.
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About This Tea
What does GABA Oolong (Amethyst) taste like?
This heavily roasted GABA Oolong offers a distinct woody sharpness, reminiscent of Wuyi rock oolongs but without any bitterness. Despite its caffeine content, it imparts a wonderfully calming sensatio. It leans woody, toasty and smooth.
How should I brew GABA Oolong (Amethyst)?
Water around 85–95 °C (185–205 °F). In a mug, steep 3–4 min. For gongfu, use 5–7 g per 100 ml, 10–30 s steeps (8–15 rounds). You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Heavier roasts can take boiling water no problem.
Where does GABA Oolong (Amethyst) come from?
Grown in Taiwan. The leaves got a heavy roast after picking.
How much does GABA Oolong (Amethyst) cost?
Starts at $14.84 from Teemaa, or about $0.37/g. A 40g package gets you around 7 gongfu sessions at ~6 g each, which works out to about $2.22 per session. Explore more oolong teas on Teadar.
$14.95$0.38/g