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Gaba Lishan "Sour Pear" (Chinese 果酸梨山玛瑙, pinyin Guǒ suān lí shān mǎnǎo) is a Taiwanese tea from the high-mountain Lishan area. The name can be translated as "Sour Pear" or "Fruity Pear Mountain Agate": it reflects the slight pear aroma and the light fruity tartness.
The tea gardens of Lishan lie at more than 1,500 meters above sea level. This tea is made from a special tea cultivar that gives the drink a bright, multifaceted character.
Characteristics
- Type: gaba tea, oolong
- Region: Lishan, Taiwan, altitude over 1,500 m
- Feature: aroma with pear tones, light tartness
- Flavor: fruity, with notes of pear, apple and honey
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: a fresh floral aroma with fruity and nutty tones.
Infusion: bright and multifaceted, with a light tartness and notes of pear, apple and honey.
Aftertaste: fruity-honeyed and refreshing.
Why You'll Love It
An unusual way to get to know Taiwanese gaba teas: the sweet-and-sour fruity profile is quite different from familiar oolongs. It suits a leisurely tea session and tastings, and anyone who wants to try a tea with an unusual character.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (short infusions):
- 7 g of tea per 100–120 ml of water;
- water at 85–95 °C;
- first infusions 5–10 s, then gradually increase the time.
Western-style brewing (teapot):
- 2 g of tea per 200 ml of water;
- water at 90 °C;
- steep for about 10 min.
Storage
Store in an airtight package, away from light, heat and moisture.