{"product_id":"golden-hour-taiwan-oriental-beauty-oolong","title":"Golden Hour – Taiwan Oriental Beauty Oolong Tea | 拾光・蜜香東方美人","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrown in Hsinchu, Taiwan and harvested summer 2026, Golden Hour is a Bai Hao oolong shaped by leafhopper damage—a traditional mark of authenticity. Medium roasting brings out longan sweetness, honey, and orchard fruit complexity with smooth, natural woodiness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Origin: Hsinchu, Eastern Taiwan (1,000–1,600m)\u003cbr\u003e- Oxidation: 50–60% | Roast: Light-Medium\u003cbr\u003e- Flavor: Longan, honey, stone fruit, warm wood notes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes It Unique:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen leafhoppers feed on leaves, the plant produces aromatic compounds—benzaldehyde and hexenal—that create those signature fruity, honey-like notes. No pesticides. No additives. Just nature and craft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing (Gongfu Style – Recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater: 80–85°C | Leaf: 5g per 100ml\u003cbr\u003eSteeps: 50s, 60s, +10s per brew | 6–8 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMug Brewing — Simple \u0026amp; Everyday:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteep 3g of tea in 250ml of water at 80–85°C. First steep takes 2 minutes, followed by two 1-minute steeps. No teapot needed — just a mug and hot water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat to Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst steep reveals immediate fruity aroma and honey sweetness. Middle steeps deepen with wood and spice. Later steeps offer warm, lingering aftertaste with subtle florals. Smooth mouthfeel, traditional oolong character.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Enjoyed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAutumn and winter. Pairs with dark chocolate, roasted nuts, aged cheeses. Excellent aging potential—improves over 12–24 months when stored cool and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraceable Taiwanese Sourcing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe work directly with tea farmers in Taiwan and import our teas from their origin. Our sourcing relationships span Hsinchu, Taitung, Nantou, and Chiayi, with each tea’s growing region identified in its product details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/custom-tea-gifts-wedding-favors\"\u003eExplore our custom gifting options\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Silent Infusion","offers":[{"title":"Airtight Stainless Steel Tin (50g)","offer_id":67708128297050,"sku":"TEA-OOL-GOLD-50G-TIN","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Refill Pouch (50g)","offer_id":67708128329818,"sku":"TEA-OOL-GOLD-50G-PACK","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/6106\/2746\/files\/Golden_Hour_tea_leaves.png?v=1792022628","url":"https:\/\/silentinfusion.com\/products\/golden-hour-taiwan-oriental-beauty-oolong","provider":"Silent Infusion","version":"1.0","type":"link"}