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Oolong

Somewhere between green and black, oolong is the tea for anyone who likes a little of both. Light, floral high-mountain oolongs sit beside toasty, roasted ones, many from Taiwan and Jeju Island, and good oolong can be steeped again and again.

Brewing guide

How to brew oolong

Oolong sits between green and black tea. Partly oxidized, it can be light and floral or toasty and roasted, and good oolong changes from one steep to the next.
General guidelinesOolong tea
  • Tea 1–2 tsp
  • Water 8 oz
  • Temp 185–205°F85–96°C
  • Steep 2–5 min
Caffeine Medium caffeine

Use the cooler end for light, floral oolongs and the hotter end for dark, roasted ones. Tightly rolled leaves unfurl as they steep, so give them room and resteep three to five times.

Each tea's page has its own steeping notes from the maker, so check there for the specifics.

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