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A Graceful Encounter: Taiwanese Tea and Egg Yolk Pastry

At the intersection of century-old tradition and contemporary elegance, we invite you on an extraordinary sensory journey.

Let the gentle warmth of tea embrace the layered richness of our egg yolk pastry, crafting your own story of refined taste.

Exploring Taiwan's Tea Realm: Four Exceptional Teas

Sun Moon Lake Ruby Black Tea: A Perfect Crystal of Mountain and Lake Spirits

In the mountains of Sun Moon Lake's Yuchi Township, at elevations of 400-800 meters, Taiwan Tea No. 18 inherits the nurture of the land. Each tea leaf is meticulously selected, harvesting only the bud and two leaves, preserving this rare terroir. Its unique flavor profile exemplifies the distinctive charm of Taiwanese tea.

Tasting Notes:

  • Natural cinnamon aroma, warm and engaging
  • Delicate fruit notes with refreshing mint undertones
  • Medium astringency with a sweet, salivating finish

Perfect Pairing with Egg Yolk Pastry:

  • Cinnamon and fruit notes enhance the pastry's layers
  • Mint freshness balances the rich mouthfeel
  • Sweet finish extends the delightful experience

Hualien Honey Black Tea: Nature's Sweet Miracle

In the tea gardens of Ruisui, Hualien, a magical dance between tea leaves and small green leafhoppers unfolds. Each leaf's honey fragrance emerges from this unique natural interaction: when tiny leafhoppers sip the tea leaves, they trigger a fascinating chemical reaction, producing a natural honey-like aroma. This is nature's precious gift, pure and genuine, without any artificial additives.

Tasting Notes:

  • Natural honey sweetness reminiscent of rock candy
  • Alternating notes of wildflower and tree honey
  • Layered floral and fruit honey notes unfold on the palate

Harmony with Egg Yolk Pastry:

  • Pure honey notes complement the pastry's natural sweetness
  • Diverse honey profiles enrich the layered experience
  • Creates a lingering finish that enhances the flavor journey

Taitung Red Oolong: An Innovative Masterpiece of Taiwanese Tea Craft

In the emerald mountains of Luye, Taitung, this Red Oolong, masterfully developed by the Tea Research Institute's Taitung branch, showcases Taiwan's innovative tea craftsmanship. With 80-90% oxidation, it achieves a unique tea that combines the brightness of black tea with the elegance of oolong. Each leaf carries the essence of eastern Taiwan, transformed by master tea makers into a compelling flavor symphony.

Tasting Notes:

  • Rich, mature fruit notes with smooth texture
  • Bright black tea color with oolong's grace
  • Unique deep oxidation character with complex layers

Perfect Pairing:

  • Rich fruit notes complement the pastry's complexity
  • Full body harmonizes perfectly with the pastry
  • Creates a unique and rich tasting experience

Charcoal-Roasted Dong Ding Oolong: A Century-Old Craft's Treasury

On Dong Ding Mountain in Nantou's Lugu, tea masters use longan and acacia wood charcoal to preserve this precious tea heritage. The qualities of "sweetness, mellowness, and richness" define Dong Ding Oolong's supreme status among tea connoisseurs. Each leaf's creation comes from the tea master's dedication through nights of careful roasting, allowing the charcoal's far-infrared rays to evenly release, depositing a perfectly balanced roasted aroma in the leaves.

Tasting Notes:

  • Warm roasted aroma, tranquil like aged memories
  • Chocolate-like caramel sweetness, unfolding in layers
  • Long-lasting woody finish that complements the pastry

Perfect Harmony:

  • Delicate roasted notes mirror the pastry's layers
  • Rich tea body balances the pastry's sweetness
  • Long-lasting finish prolongs the flavor experience

The Art of Perfect Temperature

Optimal Brewing Temperature

Hot Brewing

Carefully control temperature to perfectly release the tea's fragrance:

  • Oolong Tea Series: 90-95°C (194-203°F), gently awakening the leaves' essence
  • Black Tea Series: 85-90°C (185-194°F), delicately releasing layers of flavor

To preserve the tea's beauty:

  • Separate leaves from the tea liquor to allow each leaf to perfectly express its character
  • The flavorful tea can be preserved overnight in the refrigerator
  • Best enjoyed within 2-3 days to experience optimal flavors

Cold Brewing

In the gentle embrace of 4-7°C (39-45°F), let the leaves slowly reveal their elegant freshness:

  • Rest overnight, allowing the tea essence to naturally elevate
  • Best enjoyed within 2-3 days to maintain the purest character

Tasting Steps: A Ritual of Elegance

  1. Take a gentle sip of tea to awaken your palate
  2. Savor the egg yolk pastry, experiencing its distinct layers
  3. Return to the tea, discovering the interweaving flavors
  4. Wait for the sweet afterglow, letting the pleasure linger

This is more than a sensory feast; it's a dialogue with the soul. In the midst of busy life, may you find moments of serenity and joy through a cup of tea and a bite of our egg yolk pastry.