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Gaba Lishan "Amaryllis" (梨山朱顶红珈玛) is a Taiwanese oolong from the spring 2024 harvest, grown on the slopes of the Lishan mountains. Lishan is one of the best-known high-mountain regions of Taiwan: cool air, mists and temperature swings make the leaf dense and aromatic. The word "Gaba" refers to a processing technique in which the leaf is kept in an oxygen-free environment, and GABA accumulates in it.
The name "Amaryllis" alludes to the tea's delicate floral character. The 2024 harvest turned out especially expressive: the aroma shows ripe peach, pear and apple, and the taste has honey sweetness with a light floral note.
Characteristics
- Type: oolong, Gaba (GABA) technique
- Region: Lishan mountains, Taiwan
- Harvest: spring 2024
- Form: leaves rolled into balls
- Flavor: honey, peach, pear, flowers
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: a fresh fruity-floral aroma in which peach, pear and apple can be sensed.
Liquor: golden and clear; the taste is sweet, honeyed and soft, with a floral tint.
Aftertaste: long, clean and lightly sweet.
Why You'll Love It
This is a tea for a quiet evening: it soothes with its softness and sweetness, helps you step away from the bustle and focus on the taste. High-mountain material can also give a light lift of energy, so those who are sensitive to tea should not drink it right before bed. The leaf holds up well to several infusions, and each new one reveals slightly different nuances.
How to Brew
- Gongfu brewing (short infusions): 5–7 g per 100–150 ml gaiwan, water at 85–90 °C, first infusion about 30 s, then add 10–15 s each time. Warm up the vessel with hot water beforehand to help the delicate aroma open. Porcelain or glass ware works well.
- Western-style brewing (teapot): 3–5 g per 150 ml, water at 85–90 °C, 3–4 min. For a richer liquor, steep a little longer, though the flavor will be less classic.
Storage
Store in tightly closed packaging in a cool, dry place, away from light and foreign odors.
