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what makes Taiwanese oolong so special?
Taiwan’s Central Mountain Range creates some of the world’s most ideal conditions for high-mountain tea cultivation – cool temperatures, significant diurnal temperature variation, and persistent mountain mist that slows leaf growth, concentrating flavour, sweetness, and natural aroma compounds in every bud.
The island has been producing exceptional oolong teas for over 150 years, and its cultivars – developed specifically for Taiwanese growing conditions – produce flavours that cannot be replicated elsewhere. Jin Xuan (Variety 12) is one of Taiwan’s most distinctive and beloved cultivars, known for its naturally creamy, milky character that needs no additives to achieve – it is simply the result of the variety, the altitude, and the skill of the grower.
what does Taiwanese Milk Oolong taste like?
Jin Xuan Milk Oolong is one of the most immediately captivating teas in the world – smooth, creamy, and gently floral, with a natural buttery sweetness that arrives before you have even properly begun to taste it.
The flavour is lightly oxidised and floral – somewhere between a green and a traditional oolong – with a velvety, almost silky texture in the cup. The characteristic “milky” quality is not added flavouring; it is an inherent trait of the Jin Xuan cultivar, drawn out by careful withering and light oxidation, producing a cup that is clean, naturally sweet, and utterly distinctive.
It is a tea that surprises most people the first time they drink it – nothing else quite tastes like it.
how to brew Taiwanese Milk Oolong
Milk oolong sits in the lightly oxidised category of oolongs, meaning it benefits from water slightly below boiling to protect its delicate floral and creamy notes.
Water temperature: 80-85°C
Amount: 3-4g per 350ml
Steep time: 1-2 minutes for the first infusion, slightly longer for subsequent steeps
Infusions: Jin Xuan Milk Oolong is designed to be re-steeped – the creamy, floral character often becomes even more pronounced on the second and third infusion, making it one of the most rewarding teas to brew in multiple rounds.
is Taiwanese Milk Oolong caffeinated?
Yes. As an oolong tea, Jin Xuan sits in the medium caffeine range – typically 30-50mg per cup, balanced by L-Theanine’s calming, focusing effect.
Its gentle, creamy character makes it a wonderful mid-morning or early afternoon tea – enough caffeine to provide a pleasant lift, with a flavour that is smooth and soothing rather than stimulating.
what are the health benefits?
Oolong teas occupy a unique position in the world of tea health benefits – partially oxidised, they combine the antioxidant properties of both green and black teas. Jin Xuan contains polyphenols, catechins, and theaflavins associated with heart health, metabolism support, and cognitive function.
Its L-Theanine content promotes calm alertness, and like all quality teas, it contributes meaningfully to daily antioxidant intake without any added sugars, calories, or artificial ingredients.
Taiwanese tea at a glance
Our Taiwan collection celebrates one of the island’s most iconic and universally beloved oolongs.
Jin Xuan Milk Oolong: Taiwan’s legendary high-mountain oolong – naturally creamy, gently floral, and silky smooth, with a distinctive buttery sweetness that needs no explanation and no embellishment. A genuinely unique cup that belongs in every tea lover’s collection.
can you cold brew Taiwanese Milk Oolong?
Absolutely – and cold brewing produces one of the most remarkably smooth and creamy cold teas imaginable. The natural milky sweetness of Jin Xuan comes through with extraordinary clarity when cold-steeped, with absolutely no bitterness.
Add 4g of leaves to 500ml of cold water and steep in the fridge for 6-8 hours.
The result is a naturally sweet, gently floral, and deeply refreshing cold drink – outstanding over ice and one of our most recommended cold brews.
how should I store Taiwanese Milk Oolong?
Store in a cool, dark, airtight container away from moisture, heat, and strong odours. The delicate floral and creamy aromatics of Jin Xuan are sensitive to light and air, which will gradually diminish their character over time.
For the fullest expression of its signature milky creaminess, enjoy within 12-18 months of harvest. The leaves can be kept in the freezer for longer-term storage without loss of quality – a common practice in Taiwan for preserving premium oolongs.
is Taiwanese Milk Oolong good for beginners?
It is one of the most universally loved teas we offer – its natural creaminess and gentle sweetness make it immediately approachable and appealing, even to people who don’t typically drink tea without milk or sugar.
If you have never explored oolong tea before, Jin Xuan Milk Oolong is the perfect place to start – a cup so distinctive and immediately pleasurable that it tends to become a firm favourite within the first brew.
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