Traditional vs. Modern Taiwan Dong Ding Oolong Tea | Eco-Cha Teas 

Hi, Yes, this is a common misunderstanding. What you stated is also true when comparing Dong Ding Oolong Tea with High Mountain Oolong Tea. The difference between these two most well-known Taiwanese teas is that High Mountain Oolong is less oxidized (greener) and unroasted. Dong Ding Oolong, as it is widely represented, is more oxidized and well-roasted. The name Dong Ding Oolong Tea was popularized by the development of the Lugu Farmers' Association Dong Ding Oolong Tea competitiion, which began about 40 years ago. The standard of quality that was set by this competition has varied somewhat over the decades, but basically it has always been a roasted Oolong Tea. Prior to the competition, tea farmers generally did not roast their produce. Roasting gradually became a thing as a result of tea merchants having left over seasonal batches which they would roast and offer as an alternative tea type to the original unroasted version. The roasted version gained popularity, and it also ages well. So this is how the local competition adopted the roasted standard of quality. Prior to the development of this competition, the name Dong Ding Oolong Tea was not commonly used. Tea from this region was mostly just called Lugu Tea. Lugu is the name of the township that is the home of Dong Ding Oolong Tea. For the full story, you can check these blog posts: eco-cha.com/blogs/news/traditional-dong-ding-oolong-tea eco-cha.com/blogs/news/traditional-dong-ding-oolong-eco-cha-tea-club Thanks for your input and support! Andy

Thanks! Glad you found this useful! We're planning to sell the competition tea judging set soon, so stay tune for that. Cheers!

Thanks, glad you like the video! Yes, Concubine and Dong Ding Oolongs are processed in the same way, but Concubine Tea is made from leaves that have been bitten by the Green Leafhopper. You can read more about this topic by searching here and also on our site.😄

Nice, I did not know that, thank you! Yes, Dong Ding Oolong tea (Concubine Oolong tea) is one of my personal favorites. I enjoy your videos, for the continuing knowledge of tea, I am part-Chinese, so tea is one of my passions as well. Keep up the great work! Cheers and many Blessings! 💚🎧💚🍵🙏

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Thanks! Glad you think so! 😊