Oxidation
40%
Caffeine
28.0 mg
L-Theanine
5.5 mg
Harvest
Spring, Winter
Altitude
600-800m
Leaf Type
Tightly rolled balls
Description
Dong Ding is a classic Taiwanese oolong from Lugu Township in Nantou County. Traditionally medium-roasted, it offers a balanced cup with warm honey, toasted grain, and ripe fruit notes layered over a clean, smooth base. Dong Ding was the tea that established Taiwan's reputation as a world-class oolong producer in the 1970s and 1980s.
Brewing Guide
Temperature
95°C
Steep Time
30s
Water Ratio
20ml/g
Infusions
7x
Recommended vessel: Porcelain gaiwan or Yixing teapot
Traditional roasted Dong Ding handles 95-100°C well. Modern light-roast versions are better at 90°C. Rinse once. The tightly rolled leaves expand substantially, so use a filling ratio of about one-third of the vessel. Pair with a tall aroma cup to appreciate the honey-grain fragrance.