Sjijichun Xue Pian – Four Season Snowflake

Sijichun Xue Pian – a Winter-harvested Oolong with delicate charm and crystalline freshness

Xue Pian, meaning Snowflake, celebrates the special character of winter-harvested teas. During the cooler months, tea plants grow more slowly, concentrating their energy into leaves that develop a softer, cleaner aroma and a particularly refined flavor. This unhurried maturation is reflected in the tea’s pure, elegant expression.

Fragrant and refined

This winter-picked Oolong reveals a bright, floral character with natural ease. Notes of lilac and white flowers intertwine with a refreshing, gentle sweetness. A subtle layer of alpine herbs and delicate winter blossoms brings a soft complexity. In the empty cup, a creamy hint with mild spice and light honey tones lingers invitingly.

Lightly oxidized and unroasted

Carefully crafted with minimal oxidation and a no roasting, Xue Pian preserves the lively green freshness and aromatic purity of the Sijichun cultivar. The result is a clear, silky liquor with a crisp, smooth texture and a graceful, lingering aftertaste. A perfect tea for those who love light, bouquet-style (Qing Xian) oolongs with a meditative, natural beauty.

Take your time with this tea – its layers unfold slowly over multiple infusions, evoking the serene clarity of a snow-covered garden.

Harvest date: winter 2024
Aroma: floral, with notes of lilac
Oxidation: approx. 20%
Roasting: none
Cultivar: Sijichun
Terroir: Mingjian, Nantou, Taiwan
Preparation: In this blogpost you will find a description of how to brew Oolong tea
Tip: To fully appreciate the aroma on the palate, allow the tea to cool slightly in the cup before drinking – its delicate Qing Xian (bouquet-style) profile opens best at a moderate temperature.
Thanks to its smooth character, this tea is ideal for granpa style preparation in a large cup or teapot. There’s no need to strain it – simply let the leaves settle naturally at the bottom.