GABA Ali Shan Classic

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.

Harvest: 2024.

GABA Content: Approximately 150 mg/100 g.

Brewing Instructions:

• 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.