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Alishan tea—also styled as “Ali Shan”—is a premium high-mountain oolong (高山乌龙茶) cultivated in the Alishan mountain range of central Taiwan, particularly in Chiayi County (kitucafe.com, Wikipedia).

Wuyi Rock Tea (Wuyi Yancha, 武夷岩茶) is a famous oolong tea grown in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province, China. Known for its “rock rhyme” (Yan Yun, 岩韵) – a unique mineral taste derived from the rocky soil where the tea plants grow. Considered one of China’s top oolong teas, alongside Tieguanyin. Some of the Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) varieties are among the most expensive teas in the world.

Phoenix Dan Cong, also known as Feng Huang Dan Cong, is a type of oolong tea originating from the Phoenix Mountain region of Guangdong, China.

Da Hong Pao (大红袍), which translates to “Big Red Robe”, is one of the most revered and expensive oolong teas in the world. Grown in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province, China, it belongs to the rock tea (Yancha) category, known for its deep, roasted flavor and mineral-rich taste, sometimes referred to as "yan yun" (岩韵) or rock rhyme. Due to its legendary status, unique flavor profile, and scarcity, Da Hong Pao is often called the “King of Oolong Teas.”

Tieguanyin (铁观音, "Iron Goddess of Mercy") is one of the most famous and revered Chinese oolong teas, with deep cultural, spiritual, and historical significance.

Anxi Tie Guan Yin Oolong tea is one of the most treasured teas in the world, renowned for its rich aroma, complex flavor, and deep cultural heritage. Originating from Anxi County in Fujian Province, China, this semi-oxidized tea belongs to the oolong tea family, offering a perfect balance between green and black teas.

Huangshan Maofeng (also spelled Mao Feng), the highly valued Chinese green tea from Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) in Anhui Province:

Also known as "twig tea," Kukicha (茎茶) is a distinctive Japanese green tea made from the twigs, stems, and stalks of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis), rather than the usual tea leaves. It is celebrated for its mild flavor, low caffeine content, and numerous health benefits.

Genmaicha (玄米茶), literally translated as “brown rice tea,” is one of Japan’s most distinctive and comforting tea blends. A delightful mix of green tea leaves and roasted brown rice, Genmaicha offers a nutty, toasty flavor that sets it apart from other traditional green teas.

Hojicha (ほうじ茶) is a roasted green tea from Japan, made by slowly roasting bancha, sencha, or kukicha (twig tea) leaves over high heat. This roasting process transforms the tea's flavor and color—giving it a smoky, nutty aroma, and a deep amber or reddish-brown appearance.

Gunpowder tea (珠茶 zhū chá, meaning “pearl tea”) is a type of green (and sometimes oolong) tea whose leaves are tightly rolled into small, round pellets—resembling old-fashioned gunpowder, hence the evocative name (en.wikipedia.org). Originating in Zhejiang province (plus Taiwan and other areas), it's a centuries-old tea dating back to the Tang dynasty (618–907 AD) .

Biluochun (碧螺春), meaning “Green Snail Spring”, is a famous and prized Chinese green tea known for its delicate appearance, floral aroma, and refreshing taste. Grown mainly in the Dongting Mountains of Jiangsu Province, it is one of China’s Top Ten Famous Teas (中国十大名茶).