[Sun Moon Lake Four Black Teas] First Prize Assam Tea Bags | Cha Shuo Travel / Taiwanese Tea / Small Farmer Selection

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54443733602_cfd9cf3318_c.jpg **The Most Familiar Assam** __Introduced from South Asia, this tea variety has taken root over time, becoming a familiar taste in Taiwan.__ Although Assam originates from India, its acceptance in Taiwan ranks highest among black teas. It was the variety initially brought to Lushui by the Japanese, which consequently led to the international renown of Sun Moon Lake Black Tea. The famous "Malt Fragrance Black Tea" also began with Sun Moon Lake's Assam, entering the lives of Taiwanese people. For those who enjoy bubble tea and wish to explore Sun Moon Lake Black Tea but are unsure where to start, we recommend beginning with Assam. It can also be further prepared into milk tea or vanilla black tea beverages. This tea bag selection features a first-place Assam from the autumn harvest, produced by a tea factory that won the 2024 Sun Moon Lake Black Tea competition in the large-leaf variety category. It offers sweet notes of malt and ripe fruit, with smooth, rich layers and a lingering aftertaste. https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54453660325_3e5a3e51cb_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54453301606_0758fd488e_c.jpg https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54444780789_199a920531_c.jpg **Yong Xiang Tea Factory** __Three young individuals embark on a tea-making journey together.__ Many tea farmers in the Sun Moon Lake area have inherited old tea gardens from their families. Amidst the recent resurgence of black tea, they have established their own tea factories to ensure consistent quality. Drawing upon childhood memories and experiences, they have gradually defined their unique flavors and styles during the process of establishing their tea factories. Yong Xiang Tea Factory was co-founded by three individuals born in the 1980s. Driven by their passion for Sun Moon Lake Black Tea, they gradually became independent through learning and growth. The trio, having started from scratch, established the tea factory together, considering shared needs and cost efficiencies. Beyond contract manufacturing, they invest considerable time and effort into competition judging, refining production techniques, and exploring new flavors. In recent years, they have consistently won numerous awards in local black tea competitions. In 2024, they achieved a remarkable feat by securing three championship titles simultaneously: for large-leaf varieties, Ruby (TTES No. 18), and Jade (TTES No. 21). https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54444593191_6b16458dae_c.jpg **Cha Shuo Travel Selects Tea** __Selected black teas from Lushui, Nantou County.__ Starting with the aspiration to "make Lushui black tea visible," Cha Shuo Travel has progressively collaborated with local small-scale farmers. Through diverse formats such as tea ceremony experiences, handicraft activities and workshops, as well as audio-visual content and podcasts, they guide visitors to discover the local black tea flavors and the century of its development, showcasing the stories each farmer wishes to share through tea. Since 2024, they have launched the "Four Black Teas for Beginners" series, selecting the most suitable Lushui series black teas for novice drinkers each year. From the oldest century-old mountain tea, the most familiar Assam, the most distinctive Ruby, to the favorite Red Jade among Westerners, all are accompanied by clear brewing instructions, allowing beginners to easily enjoy fine tea at home. They have also further integrated Nantou's local sustainable agriculture to develop the "Vanilla Black Tea" series. This year, in collaboration with "Shan Li Mian," they have introduced a physical store tea-and-noodle dining experience, combining the century-old craftsmanship and memories of the Sun Moon Lake Black Tea Lushui region with Taiwanese noodles, creating a rich and balanced new flavor profile for each other. —————————————————————————— ■ Product Name: [Sun Moon Lake Four Black Teas] First Prize Assam Tea Bags | Gift Recommendation Producer: Cha Shuo Travel Weight: 2.5-3g, 5 tea bags per pack / 20 tea bags per pack Origin: Taiwan / Nantou County, Yuchi Township Shelf Life: 2 years unopened