Four Season

Four Season – White Tea

Origin: Taiwan

Infusion Temperature: 90°-95° Celsius

Infusion Time: 2 minutes

Serving Size: 3-4 grams/200 ml

Delicate, floral, and irresistibly smooth, Four Season Oolong is a Taiwanese tea that delights from the very first sip. Grown in the lush, rolling hills of Mingjian in Nantou County at elevations between 600 and 800 meters, this tea comes from the Si Ji Chun cultivar, a variety uniquely suited to Taiwan’s temperate climate and famed for its year round vitality, hence the name “Four Seasons.”

This particular Spring harvest, cultivated with care by Uncle Lin, a seasoned farmer from a long lineage of tea growers, offers a truly exemplary expression of this cultivar’s aromatic potential. Recognized internationally, Four Season Oolong earned the Great Taste Award in London in 2019, a testament to its consistent quality and appeal across cultures and palates.

What makes this tea so captivating is its bright, generous floral bouquet a vibrant interplay of jasmine, orchid, and gardenia backed by a silky, honeyed mouthfeel and a clean, refreshing finish. Its natural sweetness is remarkably pronounced, yet never overwhelming, making it a versatile oolong that is both refined and highly approachable.

Whether enjoyed hot in a traditional tea session or cold-brewed for a summer refreshment, this tea maintains an exceptional clarity and balance. Its adaptability, along with its aromatic charm, makes it a favorite for both newcomers and seasoned tea drinkers alike.

While this tea is not certified organic, Uncle Lin has assured us that his gardens are managed without the use of synthetic pesticides or chemical fertilizers. His sustainable, low intervention farming practices reflect a deep respect for the land and for the health of his tea plants, some of which have been cultivated in the same soil for generations.

Brewing Recommendations:

Gong Fu Cha Infusion Method (Recommended):

• Vessel: Gaiwan or small clay teapot (120-150 ml)
• Quantity: 5-6 grams
• Water temperature: 90-95°C
• Steep time: Start at 20 seconds, gradually increasing
• Infusions: Up to 7 or 8 time, with evolving notes and texture

Western Style Brewing:

• Quantity: 3-4 grams per 200 ml of water
• Water temperature: 90-95°C
• Steep time: 2 minutes
• Reinfuse 2-3 times, adjusting steep time as needed

Cold Brew Method:

• Quantity: 6g per 500 ml of cool, filtered water
• Steep in the refrigerator for 6-8 hours
• Yields a sweet, floral, and ultra-refreshing infusion

Four Season Oolong is a tea that brings joy in every season. It is an expression of Taiwanese tea artistry: vibrant, inviting, and grounded in tradition. From the highland gardens of Nantou to your cup, it carries the care of its grower, the richness of its terroir, and the spirit of renewal that defines each spring harvest.