"GABA Ruby" Oolong Tea, Collector's Edition No. 180 💎, 45gr

About the tea: GABA Ruby Oolong is a unique Taiwanese tea created for those who seek not only flavor but also a distinct effect. 🧠 The tea leaves for this oolong are harvested at an altitude of 1500 meters above sea level. The key feature of this tea is its high content of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), which is formed during a special oxygen-free fermentation process. It is this GABA that makes the tea special: it helps relieve tension and provides mental clarity. ✨

Flavor associations: When warmed, the tea's aroma reveals powerful and noble notes of juniper, floral nectar, and red berries. 🍓 The taste is clean and smooth, without pronounced acidity. It reveals its character perfectly in a thermos and when mixed with other teas, for example, with Pu-Erh.

Caffeine/Theanine: This oolong has a moderate caffeine content, but its main effect is achieved through GABA and L-theanine. 🧘♀️ It induces a state of meditative calm and focus without causing drowsiness.

Health benefits: GABA tea is known for its positive effects on the nervous system. It helps to reduce stress, improve concentration, and memory. 🧠 Regular consumption can normalize blood pressure, improve sleep, and even alleviate symptoms of alcohol intoxication. 😌 Additionally, it contributes to body detoxification and strengthening the immune system.

History of the tea:

The technology for producing GABA tea was developed in the 1980s in Japan. Japanese scientists discovered that processing tea leaves in an anaerobic (oxygen-free) environment significantly increases the content of gamma-aminobutyric acid. 🇯🇵 Later, this technology spread to Taiwan, where it was adapted for the production of high-quality oolongs. The name "Ruby" reflects the deep, reddish-amber color of the infusion, which resembles a precious stone.

Brewing methods:

1. Traditional Gongfu brewing:

• Tea: 5-7 grams per 100 ml of water.

• Temperature: 90-95°C. 🌡️

• Steps:

  • Warm the teapot.

  • Add the tea and let it warm up, enjoying the aroma.

  • Perform a "zero" brew: pour hot water over the tea for 3-5 seconds and immediately discard it.

  • For the first full brew, steep for 15-20 seconds, and for each subsequent one, increase the time by 5-10 seconds.

  • The tea can be brewed up to 7-10 times.

2. Brewing in a thermos:

• Tea: 5-7 grams per 500 ml of water.

• Temperature: 90°C. 💧

• Steps:

  • Rinse the tea leaves, then place them in the thermos.

  • Pour in hot water.

  • Steep for 1-2 hours. ⏰ This method is ideal for those who want to get the maximum relaxing effect.

3. Brewing in a mug:

• Tea: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water.

• Temperature: 90°C. ☕

• Steps:

  • Rinse the tea.

  • Pour in water and steep for 3-5 minutes.

  • The tea can be re-brewed 2-3 times.