Baozhong Tea
Pouchong · Baozhong Oolong
Baozhong is Taiwan's lightest oolong, made from long, lightly oxidized leaves that are strip-shaped rather than rolled into balls.
Flavor Profile
What does Baozhong taste like?
Baozhong is Taiwan's lightest oolong, made from long, lightly oxidized leaves that are strip-shaped rather than rolled into balls. The cup is delicate and fresh: lilac and orchid florals, a soft vegetal edge, and a clean, sweet finish with very little roast. It brews quickly and is often enjoyed in tall glasses, where the unfurling leaves put on a quiet show.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
New Taipei (Wenshan), Taiwan
Baozhong is traditionally associated with the Wenshan district south of Taipei, where strip-style oolong has a long history.
Island origin celebrated for high-mountain and roasted oolongs.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Baozhong
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Baozhong
Typical brewed serving
Baozhong is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 20–40 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Baozhong Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Baozhong tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Baozhong tea?
Baozhong is Taiwan's lightest oolong, made from long, lightly oxidized leaves that are strip-shaped rather than rolled into balls. It is also known as Pouchong and Baozhong Oolong.
Does Baozhong tea have caffeine?
Yes. Baozhong is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 20–40 mg per brewed serving.
What does Baozhong tea taste like?
Baozhong is known for a profile led by Floral, Fresh, and Sweet, with a light body.
How do you brew Baozhong tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 3–5 times.
Is Baozhong tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Baozhong; its profile centers on Floral, Fresh, and Sweet.