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The difference between the taste of Fenghuang Dancong oolong tea and Taiwan frozen top oolong tea

Published: 2026-08-02 Author: World Gafei

Last Updated: 2026/08/02, Today, we can find oolong tea produced in many Southeast Asian countries, such as Vietnam and Thailand, but this kind of tea was first born in Fujian Province in southeastern China in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). Today, the best oolong tea comes from southeastern China and Taiwan, although Taiwan did not grow oolong tea until the late 18th century.

Today, we can find oolong tea produced in many Southeast Asian countries, such as Vietnam and Thailand, but this kind of tea was first born in Fujian Province in southeastern China in the Song Dynasty (960-1279). The best oolong teas now come from southeastern China and Taiwan, although Taiwan did not grow oolong tea until the late 18th century. Oolong tea from mainland China vs. Taiwan's oolong tea. This is a thorny topic. To a large extent, it depends on the specific type of oolong tea. Of course, oolong tea originated in China's Fujian Province, but the growing conditions and technology of Taiwanese farmers allowed Taiwan oolong tea to quickly catch up with China's quality in just a few centuries. In the mainland, the most famous oolong teas are Fenghuangshan, Dancong and Wuyishan Oolong Tea. Oolong tea from the mainland is usually more oxidized and baked at a higher temperature than oolong tea from Taiwan. This makes the tea taste mellow and not astringent. The most famous oolong tea in mainland China comes from Fujian Province. They grow on cliffs. This type of famous oolong tea includes the beloved Dahongpao, which produces only a small amount of tea each year. Another noteworthy tea is Tieguanyin, which originated in Anxi County, Fujian Province. Tieguanyin is very popular in the West, perhaps because of its mellow taste, some people may compare it to a decent cup of coffee. Finally, the single fir series is made from single-trunk tea trees in Fenghuang Mountain, Guangdong Province. This kind of tea is very special, each variety has a unique fragrance of flowers. In Taiwan, Alpine Oolong Tea, Oriental Beauty Tea, Frozen Oolong Tea and Milk-scented Oolong Tea are some famous varieties of light oxidation oolong tea. Taiwan oolong tea has been processed by traditional Chinese methods for many years. However, with the development of Taiwan's tea industry, local tea masters have improved their technology and produced some excellent new mixtures. In the case of milk-flavored oolong tea (with a few exceptions), the Chinese producers of this famous tea have a rough history of adding fake aromas and claiming to be "steamed with milk". Although Jinxuan tea tree originated in China and was eventually planted only in the mountains of Taiwan, it has been growing well there because of the suitable climate and local farmers who have perfected their milk-scented oolong tea skills.

Alishan is the home of some of Taiwan's most famous teas. Growing in the area above 1000 meters above sea level, it has strong floral aroma and long-lasting sweet and creamy taste. In order to really find your favorite origin of oolong tea, we suggest you try oolong tea from different places. If you already have one, please let us know in the comments below!

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