Our biggest tea sale of the year is live!
Free worldwide shipping on orders over $20, no coupon necessary.
The first 100 orders over $150 will receive a free limited edition chabu (tea towel) with their order.
Every customer who orders during the sale will be entered* to win a free gigantic Puer cake (one ripe and one raw).
Orders over $500 will receive a free month of our December tea club, which is a 200 gram tea club exclusive huangpian cake. Existing tea club member will receive a $30 refund for their order, or an additional cake with their subscription, whichever they prefer; simply make a note on your order if you already a member.
Enjoy our big sale and don't delay! The sale ends when Cyber Monday comes to a close. (midnight PST Dec 2, 2019)
Oolong or wulong is a broad category of teas, in the spectrum between green and black tea, that originate in China. What sets oolong apart is that it can be processed with various different oxidation and roasting levels. The unique variations in the process to produce oolong create a wide array of flavors and sensations. Oolong can taste fresh, green, floral, fruity, roasted, woody, nutty, or honey-sweet, so this is a type of tea that can appeal to virtually all taste buds. Different tea plant varietals, seasons, styles, and regional terroir also influence flavor.
Shou Puer tea, also called ripe Puer, is a post-fermented tea from Yunnan province, China. Made usingraw Puer tea as the base material, the pile fermentation process transforms this green caterpillar into a magnificent dark butterfly. Or at least that’s how we look at it.
In this guide, you'll learn the history of shou Puer, how it's made, how to find and appreciate high-quality cakes, and more.