Oolong Tea Mini Green Cakes - 49g Compressed Portions
Semi-Oxidized Oolong: Traditional Chinese Tea Cakes
Experience the exquisite complexity of our mini green oolong tea cakes, where each carefully compressed disc reveals a perfect balance between green tea's freshness and black tea's depth. These convenient 49g cakes showcase the artisanal craftsmanship of traditional Chinese tea processing, offering a smooth, medium-bodied infusion with distinctive floral notes, honey-like sweetness, and a subtle roasted undertone. The leaves unfurl gracefully during steeping, releasing their characteristic peachy aroma and revealing beautiful whole leaves that can be re-steeped multiple times, each infusion unveiling new layers of flavor.
The partial oxidation process creates a unique profile that combines bright, vegetal notes with deeper, more complex characteristics. These mini cakes are perfect for both casual tea drinkers and connoisseurs, offering portion control and excellent aging potential.
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Perfect Brewing Methods for Oolong Cakes
For optimal flavor extraction:
- Water Temperature: 185-205°F (85-96°C)
- Initial Steeping: 1-2 minutes for first infusion
- Multiple Infusions: Increase steeping time by 30 seconds for each subsequent infusion
- Quantity: Use one mini cake per 200-250ml water
Traditional Gongfu method: Use shorter steeping times (30 seconds) with higher leaf-to-water ratio for intense flavor. Can be re-steeped 4-6 times, each infusion revealing new flavor notes.
Premium Oolong Tea Leaves: Artisanal Processing
Carefully selected Camellia sinensis leaves undergo precise semi-oxidation (15-70%), creating the distinctive character of oolong tea. The leaves are withered, bruised, oxidized, and shaped before being compressed into convenient mini cakes.
The processing method enhances the tea's natural compounds, including theanine, catechins, and essential oils, which contribute to its complex flavor profile and therapeutic properties. Each cake contains whole leaves that maintain their integrity through multiple steepings.
Health-Enhancing Properties of Semi-Oxidized Tea
Oolong tea offers a unique combination of health benefits due to its partial oxidation process:
- Metabolism Support: Contains polyphenols that may aid in fat oxidation and weight management
- Antioxidant Protection: Rich in theaflavins and thearubigins that help combat free radicals
- Mental Clarity: The balanced caffeine and L-theanine content promotes focused alertness without jitters
- Digestive Health: Traditional Chinese medicine values oolong for its digestive properties
- Heart Health: Regular consumption may support healthy cholesterol levels and cardiovascular function
- Bone Strength: Contains minerals that contribute to bone density maintenance
The Art of Oolong: From Tang Dynasty to Modern Day
Oolong tea's rich history dates back to the Tang Dynasty in China's Fujian province. The name oolong (meaning black dragon) comes from the dark, curled appearance of the processed leaves. Originally developed by tea masters who discovered that partial oxidation created unique flavor profiles, oolong tea became prized among Chinese scholars and artists.
The tradition of compressing oolong into cakes emerged as a way to preserve the tea's quality during transportation along ancient trade routes. Today, these mini cakes represent a modern adaptation of this historical practice, making premium oolong more accessible while maintaining traditional processing methods.
