Dayuling Tea
Da Yu Ling
Dayuling is among the highest-elevation oolongs in the world, grown near 2,000–2,500 meters along the Central Cross-Island Highway.
Flavor Profile
What does Dayuling taste like?
Dayuling is among the highest-elevation oolongs in the world, grown near 2,000–2,500 meters along the Central Cross-Island Highway. The extreme climate produces a cup of remarkable purity: cool mountain minerality, delicate florals, and a clean, almost glacial sweetness with very little astringency. Quantities are small and prices high, making Dayuling a special-occasion tea even in Taiwan.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Nantou (Dayuling), Taiwan
Dayuling's gardens sit near the highest point of Taiwan's Central Cross-Island Highway.
Island origin celebrated for high-mountain and roasted oolongs.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Dayuling
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Dayuling
Typical brewed serving
Dayuling is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 25–45 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Dayuling Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Dayuling tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Dayuling tea?
Dayuling is among the highest-elevation oolongs in the world, grown near 2,000–2,500 meters along the Central Cross-Island Highway. It is also known as Da Yu Ling.
Does Dayuling tea have caffeine?
Yes. Dayuling is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 25–45 mg per brewed serving.
What does Dayuling tea taste like?
Dayuling is known for a profile led by Mineral, Floral, and Sweet, with a light body.
How do you brew Dayuling 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 3–6 times.
Is Dayuling tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Dayuling; its profile centers on Mineral, Floral, and Sweet.