~ A cup of charcoal-roasted fragrance ~
Teagraphy is a premium oolong tea created by Longhui Tea House, which has been growing tea at Songboling in Nantou, Taiwan since the 1960s. Traditional hand roasting over longan charcoal preserves the umami of the leaf while reducing caffeine and bitterness, bringing a gentle sweetness and a rich aroma.
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We carry the traditional charcoal-roasting craft through the years
We use traditional charcoal roasting, quite unlike machine roasting.
Using far-infrared heat generated by burning charcoal, the tea is roasted slowly over a gentle flame, driving off the caffeine and theophylline within the leaf while releasing its deep grassy notes, and bringing out the tea’s layers and character.
This age-old craft blends artistry and flavour, expressing our commitment to outstanding quality.
A journey through distinctive flavour
What makes Teagraphy distinctive is the traditional “longan charcoal roasting” method — a commitment to charcoal roasting that pays homage to history.
The roasting master’s consummate skill and patient care show in the tea’s distinctive character; brewed, it is richly aromatic with an unhurried grace.
is the ultimate choice for traditional, distinctive flavour.
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Teagraphy - a commitment to tea
The uniquely favoured climate of Nantou County, Taiwan
Nantou County in Taiwan has a distinctive climate, with a wide day-night temperature swing and afternoons often wrapped in dense fog. In such conditions the tea grows slowly and solidly. Bathed in the cool winds from the neighbouring mountains, the leaves become tender yet substantial, containing less of the catechins that cause astringency and bitterness, and more of the amino acids that bring umami and the pectin that makes the liquor rounder and smoother.
The fresh, mellow flavour drawn out by traditional hand roasting over charcoal
There are two ways to roast tea leaves: charcoal roasting and electric roasting. Of the two, charcoal roasting is a time-consuming and labour-intensive traditional craft. Once the charcoal is lit, the temperature must be adjusted continuously over several days, patiently allowing the heat to penetrate evenly. Through the far-infrared effect of the charcoal fire, both leaf and stem are roasted through, off-notes are removed, and the natural sweetness of the tea is released to its fullest. The entire process is carried out by hand by experienced tea masters.
The distinctive charcoal roasting of longan wood
The charcoal used for roasting comes from longan wood, which gives off a mellow, sweet fragrance. Tea roasted by hand over longan charcoal has its moisture, caffeine and bitter off-notes tamed, giving way to a gentle sweetness interwoven with the distinctive sweet aroma of longan — a flavour quite unlike any other. The combination of traditional fermentation craft with longan charcoal roasting makes the tea richer and more fragrant.
The tea master’s consummate skill and care
Hand roasting over charcoal is inseparable from the tea master’s deep experience and consummate skill. The master must read the state of the leaves along with temperature and humidity, judge the heat and roasting time precisely, and patiently keep watch over the tea for several nights in a row. With practised skill and a deep affection for the leaf, the master draws out the very best from every leaf, producing tea of consistent, top-tier quality.
The secret behind the distinctive round shape of Taiwanese tea
During processing, Taiwanese tea is repeatedly “cloth-rolled” (wrapped in a large cloth and rolled into a ball) and “broken up” (loosened again in a tumble dryer), gradually forming its distinctive round shape. This is why, when brewed, the leaves unfurl slowly as the hot water is poured, allowing oolong tea to be infused many times over with a lingering aftertaste.
A cup of clear, fragrant tea
Tea finished by hand over a charcoal fire opens in layers of aroma on the palate, and after swallowing, wave upon wave of fragrance continues to resonate, leaving a long finish. Even after the cup is drained, a rich aroma lingers in it — another mark of this tea’s distinction.
Product list
Tea Bags - Four Seasons Tea Gathering - One of Each of Four, Taiwan Oolong Tea (Special Price)
Tea Bags - Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Any Two, Taiwan Oolong Tea
Tea Bags - Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Taiwan Oolong Tea
Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Gift Box
Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Charcoal-Roasted Oolong
Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Charcoal-Roasted Red Oolong
Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Charcoal-Roasted Si Ji Chun
Four Seasons Tea Gathering - Charcoal-Roasted Jin Xuan
Charcoal-Roasted Four Seasons Tea Gathering Value Set - Any Two x 50g (Canned) Taiwan Oolong Tea
Sun and Moon Imprints Gift Box
Cangui Guyun - Yao (Earth)
Cangui Guyun - Sen (Wood)
What our customers say
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mohui
From Taiwan
Wonderful tea — still fragrant after several infusions. I hope you will release larger packs outside the gift boxes so it is easier to enjoy at home.^^
w7112028
From Taiwan
I have tried the oolong and think it is excellent. Brewing it the recommended way really does bring out the different aromas — the description is spot on.
wonwon1
From Taiwan
It is exactly the flavour I wanted.
stella0129
From Taiwan
Dad says it tastes great — fruity notes lead the way!
范XX
From Taiwan
A Mother’s Day gift for my mum🎁My mum loves it💕The tea caddy still smells of wood, and the packaging looks lovely❤️
johnyau
From Hong Kong
Delivered on time, sweet and fragrant.
littlesquirrel
From Taiwan
Delicious! You can buy it again! Thank you to the tea garden for growing it with such care, letting me enjoy tea this fragrant!
mutya781
From Taiwan
Really nicely made — a good product⋯⋯
のりこ
From Japan
届きました❗️
秋と冬のお茶みました.
一息つきたい時にホッと出切るお茶です.
ありがとうございました.