Origin

China

Asia

Caffeine Level (mg/1g)

0

1-10

11-20

21-30

31-40

41+

Description

Imperial Ren Shen Ginseng Oolong – Sweet Ginseng-Coated Oolong

Imperial Ren Shen Ginseng Oolong, also known as Lady Orchid, is an invigorating blend of high-quality oxidized oolong tea enveloped in ginseng and Chinese xiang cao, often called "Chinese vanilla." The tightly rolled oolong pellets are coated in a fine layer of ginseng and licorice-like herbs, giving them their distinctive appearance and naturally sweet taste.

Ginseng has been valued for centuries in Chinese tea culture. This bold, strong drink is traditionally enjoyed throughout the day. The sweet Chinese vanilla softens the light bitterness of raw ginseng, creating a beautifully balanced cup.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: renowned orchid-like fragrance
Flavor: refreshing and velvety, with sweet ginseng
Development: smooth, grassy vanilla notes after a few infusions
Finish: a lingering, sweet aftertaste of Chinese vanilla

Why You'll Love It

Ginseng Oolong offers a unique sweet-and-herbal taste that's unlike any other tea. Its natural sweetness means it needs no sugar, and its tightly rolled pellets release their flavor slowly over many infusions. It's a wonderful, invigorating choice for mornings and afternoons.

Quality oolong with ginseng
Sweet Chinese vanilla (xiang cao)
Naturally sweet and velvety
Rewards multiple infusions

How to Enjoy

Brew it gongfu-style or in a teapot, and enjoy several infusions as the pellets unfurl and the vanilla notes develop. It's a lovely companion for work, study or an afternoon break.

Sweet, velvety and invigorating, Imperial Ren Shen Ginseng Oolong is a unique treasure among oolongs.

Ginseng

Make it your kind of cup

ready, set, steep.

A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.

011-1.5 TSP or 1 BAGScoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
0290°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
032 - 3 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.

A little steeping tipOolong leaves open slowly: steep them two or three times, adding a little time with each round, and enjoy how the flavour changes.

Preparation:

Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 200ml of water at 90°C and steep for 2-3 min.

Ingredients:

Oolong tea, ginseng, Chinese xiang cao

Write your own Review

Arianna Marroquin

August 2021

I never thought any oolong would be able to compete with the gaba oolong for my attention, but this one is exceptional. So delicious!

Nikau Ferguson-Spence

August 2021

First good ginseng tea I've had. Built on a solid Oolong base, with a clear herbal Ginseng taste for the first 4 infusions, but the oolong flavor lasted for a total of 8 infusions.

Lori W

March 2019

I love this tea! Great aroma. It is bold with a gentle aftertaste. I can usually get 6-8 infusions from each teaspoon. Sometimes I add a couple hibiscus leaves for a special sweetness.

Mari Ansaldo

September 2018

This tea has a very easy taste. I'm not treating the vanilla at all but that's okay, I really enjoy it nonetheless. Definitely helps with the afternoon tirednes that's felt from time to time. I always keep some on hand.

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