GABA Ali Shan
GABA Ali Shan
SKU: 533
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Classic Taiwanese Gaba Oolong, rolled into spheres and medium-roasted. Harvested in the Ali Shan tea region from Qing Xin bushes at an elevation of about 1500 m.
In the late 1980s, Japanese producers developed a processing technique that minimizes oxygen exposure, allowing for tea with increased GABA content. Gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) enhances concentration and productivity, slightly lowers blood pressure, relaxes, and alleviates tension.
Aroma: Soft, rich, with fruity and berry notes, and a hint of bread.
Flavor: Soft, juicy, warm, with bread and dried fruit notes, featuring a bright berry tartness in the refreshing aftertaste.
Effects: Clearly relaxing and meditative, yet gently uplifting and concentrating.
GABA Content: Approximately 150 mg/100 g.
Brewing Instructions:
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Gongfu Style (Multiple Short Infusions):
5 g per 100 ml of water at 90–100°C.
Rinse quickly, then steep for 5–10 seconds, gradually increasing time with each infusion.
Suitable for up to 7–10 infusions.
Reveals complex layers of flavor and aroma. -
Western Style (Single Long Infusion):
3–5 g per 250–300 ml of water at 90–100°C.
Steep for 3–5 minutes.
Can be re-steeped 2–3 times, increasing the time slightly each round.
Produces a rich, smooth cup. -
Thermos Brewing (for extended enjoyment):
5 g per 1000 ml of water at 90–100°C.
Place in a thermos and infuse for 1–1.5 hours.
Yields a strong, warming brew with depth and mild tartness.
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im very satisfied with the cup, 😊 thanks
I bought Rou Gui Gao Shan at Tea Gallery, and it pleasantly surprised me with how it evolves over multiple infusions. By the third brew, the aroma becomes fuller and deeper, revealing a rich body with gentle sweetness, subtle berry notes, and light woody undertones. The classic Rou Gui profile—often associated with cinnamon-like spice, warm minerality, and a distinctive “rock” character (yan yun)—is present here as well, but in a smooth and well-balanced way. The aftertaste is long, with a refined balance between warmth and freshness. It’s the kind of tea that truly shines over extended sessions—perfect for long, relaxed evenings in good company.
This tea is honestly GOATed. We call it "endless / infinite tea", just because of HOW MUCH you can extract from it... With the right conditions and not too hot of a water, we've been genuinely drinking it for hours, and I feel like we never fully finished it... definitely worth it's money
Прекрасный чай. Всем советую заглянуть в этот магазинчик.
Bought it as a gift to my dear friend, and he’s now the happiest man on earth. He rates it as “10 out of 5” and “every day I use it, and every day I’m happy”
Genuinely one of the best red teas I’ve ever tried. The texture, the aroma and the flavour is just outstanding. It is visually pleasing, lasts for many infusions, and a bit expensive
Очень приятный вкус, тонкий аромат, мягкое расслабление без сонливости
