The name "oolong" comes from the Chinese "wu-long", which means "black dragon". This tea has been known since the 16th century: then it was discovered in the mountains of Fujian province. Its peculiarity is incomplete fermentation of tea leaves, which gives a unique taste.
Oolong tea is divided into types, each of which has a special effect on the body, harmonizes energy and has its own color, taste and aroma.
- Teguanyin is a classic oolong tea, a strong but bitterness tea made in Fujian. It has a firming and rejuvenating effect.
- Guan Yin Wang is an elite subspecies of the Teguanyin variety, its name is translated as "gift of the gods." This tea has a bright aroma and a sweet herbaceous honey aftertaste. It is better to drink it during the day.
- Si Ji Chun in taste combines citrus tones with the spice of mountain herbs and berry sourness. Its color varies from green to yellow, the smell is strong and changeable. This tea increases the level of Chi energy.
- Dong Ding is grown in Taiwan, on a mountain in Nantau. Its taste is sharp with a touch of bitterness, its color is green-brown. This variety has a good effect on the Qi flow, uplifts the mood and is the most successful for getting to know Oolong in general.
- Nai Xian Jin Xuan is known as "milk oolong". Its taste is deep and at the same time soft, the aroma is sweet and delicate. This tea gives clarity to the mind, drives away body fatigue, and has a good effect on the stomach.
- Gui Hua, or "flower oolong", is flavored with osmanthus flowers. This fresh scent with hints of peach goes well with the traditional oolong flavor. This tea is a wonderful thirst quencher, and also helps with food poisoning, because cleanses the body of harmful substances.
- Ginseng oolong is a classic oolong with the addition of ginseng extract. But such an additive changes its properties: this tea harmonizes the yin-yang balance, restores vitality, has a beneficial effect on the lungs and kidneys, and also improves the appearance.
- Li Shan is considered to be the finest of Taiwanese teas. It has a delicate aroma of pear flowers, and its color ranges from light to dark honey shades. This oolong is good for the respiratory system and evens out the senses.
- Jin Xuan is one of the most delicious oolongs, and its name translates as "fire flower". This is an expensive type of tea, its taste is soft and velvety, and the smell is delicate and slightly spicy. The color in the tea leaves is light yellow.
- Mao Xie is often called "Ansi oolong" in Russia. In China, this species is defined for its special taste as a tea for those who love change. This oolong tea changes its taste and aroma with every brew.
Regardless of the type of oolong, they have an excellent effect on the skin, on the immune system and blood vessels, normalize metabolism and improve cell regeneration. They prevent blood clots, slow down aging and promote weight loss.
However, it must be remembered that in addition to a huge amount of substances and vitamins useful for humans, oolongs contain a lot of caffeine. And if you drink these teas immoderately, insomnia may develop.
