Oolong

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Creamy and milky, developing citrus then heady florals and a sweet, perfumed finish.

Pesticide Free
Flavor Profile What does the tea taste like
MilkCitrusFloral
Taste Balance What to expect
FloralSweetnessBody
Caffeine Level ~43 mg per serving (5 g)
Estimated Delivery
Delivery between Thu 15 Oct and Tue 27 Oct (4–12 business days, due to high demand)

Oolong sits between green and black tea: the leaves are allowed to oxidise partially before heat stops the process, anywhere between barely and almost fully. Japan makes very little of it, since the country's tea industry is built around steaming leaf immediately to prevent exactly that oxidation, so Japanese oolong is a small and deliberate production. Partial oxidation develops floral and stone-fruit aromas that neither a green nor a black tea produces, over a soft body with none of the green-tea astringency. It takes water much hotter than a sencha, and it rewards repeated short infusions — five or six from one portion is normal. Each one tastes a little different as the leaf unfurls.

For a long time, Miyazaki Akira struggled to grow tea only using organic fertilizers. His harvest depended on the weather and the insects, and some years the yield would be quite low. He soon learned that rather than try to control nature, he should try to coexist with it. If the tea plants are grown in accordance with nature, the land will allow the plants to thrive. After learning to accept this, he was able to produce years of great quality tea, all without harming the natural beauty of Gokase.

This high mountain oolong tea was grown in the mountains of Gokase in Miyazaki prefecture. Although Pan roasted and Oolong teas are rare in Japan, this region has become famous for them. The farm of Miyazaki Sabou hasn't used pesticides on their field in the last 40 years and they produce all of their teas organically. The high elevation of the tea field and the mild weather of southern Japan makes for the perfect growing conditions for premium teas.

This rare oolong is a blend of 3 different tea cultivars, the Minamisayaka, Saemidori and Takachiho. The farmer combines these 3 carefully to capture the best aspects of each.

Minamisayaka: The name Minamisayaka roughly translates to “southern freshness” and it is known for having a milky and floral characteristic. This makes it perfect for making high mountain oolong like this, as you really want to capture these flowery flavors and aromas.

Saemidori: The saemidori cultivar is mostly used for the production of premium green teas like gyokuro and matcha, but it works great in this rare oolong. This cultivar is known for its light and sweet flavor, so it really smooths out the overall flavor of this tea.

This tea cultivar was named after the town it was created in, Takachiho a small village in Miyazaki prefecture. It was created as far back as 1953, making it just as old as Yabukita. The tea variety was intended to be used for kamairicha, but it works perfectly in this high mountain oolong. : Takachiho

Hot brew: 5 g of leaves, 150–200 ml of water at 90°C (194°F), 1.5 minutes.

Brew it again: the same leaves give 3 infusions. Re-infuse 2 more times with water at the same temperature, 20 seconds each; every infusion tastes a little different.

Cold brew: In addition to producing a delicious cup of hot tea, this rare oolong also works great as a cold brew. Just let the leaves sit in a cup or a pitcher for 3 hours in room temperature water and you should have a cool, refreshing green tea waiting for you when you come back.

One pack: Up to 18 cups · 6 × 5 g servings, 3 infusions each · 30 g / 1.1 oz.

For us, tea is more than a beverage, it’s a way of life. We’ve spent years visiting tea farms across Japan, tasting teas with the people who grow them and building lasting, direct relationships. We believe this is the most sustainable way to source tea: fewer intermediaries, greater traceability and a closer connection between farmer and drinker.

Every tea is 100% pesticide-free and carefully selected for its taste, origin and craftsmanship. Whether you’re discovering Japanese tea or comparing cultivars and terroirs, you’ll find honest tasting notes, precise brewing guidance and real support to help you get the best from every cup.

Energy, 0 kcal
Protein, Trace
Caffeine, 20 mg
Tannins (catechins), 30 mg
Vitamin C, 0 mg
Folate, 2 ”g
Potassium, 13 mg
Calcium, 2 mg
Magnesium, 1 mg
Manganese, 0.24 mg

Ingredients: Oolong tea leaves.

Typical values per 100 ml of brewed tea, from the Standard Tables of Food Composition in Japan (MEXT, 8th edition), oolong infusion (food no. 16042; 15 g leaf, 650 ml water at 90°C, 30 s). Values in your cup vary with the leaf, the water and the brewing time.

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Unveiling Oolong's Superfood Power

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Caffeine

Natural caffeine for a gentle, sustained lift.

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Antioxidants

Rich in catechins and other naturally occurring antioxidants.

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Chlorophyll

Naturally rich in chlorophyll, the pigment behind matcha’s vibrant green colour.

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Potassium & Calcium

Naturally occurring minerals that contribute to matcha’s nutritional profile.

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L-theanine

An amino acid naturally found in tea, associated with a calm, focused feeling.

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Vitamins A, C, E & K

Contains a range of vitamins naturally present in the whole tea leaf.

Why Buy Your Oolong from Nio Teas

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100% Pesticide-Free Oolong

Every Oolong is grown without pesticides, then personally tasted and selected by our team.

How to Make
Oolong Like a Pro

For optimal flavor of your Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea, it is recommended to follow these guidelines. Brewing the tea at an incorrect temperature or time may result in a bitter or diluted taste.

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Heat the water in a kettle

Heat the Water

Heat water to 90°C (194°F).
Add the tea leaves to the teapot

Add the Leaves

Add 5 g of leaves to a kyusu teapot.
Let the tea steep in the teapot

Steep

Pour 150–200 ml of water and steep for 1.5 minutes.
Pour the tea from the teapot into the cup

Pour & Brew Again

Pour out every drop, then brew the same leaves 2 more times (20 seconds each).

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Tea plants absorb everything from the soil, making pesticide-free farming especially important. The farmers we work with have found a way to grow delicious tea without harming the natural ecosystem.
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We only buy from fields grown without pesticides or chemicals. We ask each farmer directly how they manage their land, visit the plantation and processing facility ourselves, taste every harvest before committing, and check that the biodiversity around the fields is alive. Small family farms don't always carry paperwork — so we verify it in person instead.

Japanese green tea covers an enormous range, and choosing online isn't easy. If you've tried yours and it isn't for you, email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a line on what you didn't enjoy. We'll send a different tea of equal or lower value, free. Nothing to post back — keep it, share it, or try brewing it cooler. Once per order.

Email info@nioteas.com within 30 days with your order number and a photo. We'll approve it, cover the return postage with a prepaid label or a reimbursement, and refund you — no restocking fee. Refunds go to your original payment method within 2 business days of the return reaching us; your bank may take another 5–20 to show it.

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Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.7 / 5 from 40 reviews.

Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Being in Hong Kong (China) I ordered the Oolong tea from Nioteas and was blown away how delicious it tasted. From past 30 years I’ve never had Oolong tea in any part of China which had a nutty flavour and also a floral note. I’ve been so happy with the purchase that I ended up ordering more different varieties of tea from NIO teas. I wish they would also carry English Breakfast Tea + Darjeeling tea. Keep up the good work guys.

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Ah yes had to stock up on these leebz grabbed 270G and you can steep and share big strong batches with 4G easy to introduce new people to outstanding organic tea, and have personal sessions with a 125ML gaiwan in da park or in a van down by the river.

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Dis Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong is lovely it can handle hi temp steeping but boy does it shine with lower temps and hi leaf ratio in a gaiwan, it is sweet and creamy let me tell ya, so glad I grabbed 90G definitely gotta stock up peepz!

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

My husband loves oolong from China. I had him try this oolong, and he really liked it. I do as well. The floral is subtle, which I really appreciate. It's a really nice, light, tea that I will be ordering more of.

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Delicious aroma, a lot more subdued compared to a dancong but the creaminess was out of this world, I was thrown off because I’d never expected tea to taste anything like a dairy product. I will be buying this again and will savor it!

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

A lovely session with a friend today! We enjoyed this tea and discussed the opportunities to try new teas! I’ve not had a Japanese oolong until today, but let’s say I’m officially a fan. Notes: lotus flower, licorice root, fennel, and incredibly thick mouthfeel!

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Such a delicious tea! I took some time to do a tasting with this tea, and these are my impressions. Dry Leaf Scent: Highly aromatic roses, gardenia flowers, plum jam, and lemon bars. Wet Leaf Scent: Sweet steamed baby bok choy, jasmine flower, and toasted whole grain waffles with honey. 1st Infusion Taste: Extremely aromatic gardenia flower, rose water, freshly baked almond croissant, and dark honey. 2nd Infusion Taste: Miso soup (umami, sweet and salty, and toasty), honey, and bok choy. Body Sensations - Relaxed, yet energized clarity of mind. Cooling sensations ran through my neck, back and waist. Highly recommended!

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Customer photo review of Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Miyazaki Sabou is a light and floral oolong, definitely on the greener side of the spectrum. The instructions tell you to brew it the Japanese way, one longer infusion, followed by two shorter ones but at higher temperatures (90°C) so you can extract its floral notes. The warmed up dry leaves smelled more green than floral and my first infusion was also rather vegetal with some floral hints. Perhaps I didn't get my temperatures quite right. I must try again to see if the flavours appear different to me next time. The second infusion, however, was unmistakably oolong, highly floral with notes of lilac blossoms, the third was milder in flavour. The texture of the tea is soft and buttery and the liquor has a bright yellow-green colour. 

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I loved this Japanese oolong! I am mostly used to drinking the Chinese and Taiwanese oolongs but this one is just is good. Light, sweet and floral. Everything I'm looking for in a green oolong

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Nice sweet start that progresses into a floral finish but it is not too floral. Tastes are very balanced. I will buy this again and again. Hopefully there will be other Oolongs added.

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I liked it. It is of the sort of Taiwan oloongs. Nice smell when dry, curled leaves. Whe poured it has a deep floral taste to it and a bit of sweetness. No astringency at all. Nice tea overall

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

First time trying Nio Teas, but I’m really impressed - high quality, quick shipping. The Miyazaki Oolong is an excellent tea that I will definitely order again.

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Dieser Tee ist etwas Besonderes. Bei den unterschiedlichen AufgĂŒssen zeigt er unterschiedliche Aromen. Sehr komplex, auch Rose und einmal Jasmin konnte ich identifizieren. Sehr guter Tee!

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Nio Teas cultivates the best loose leaf tea I know! Delicious with amazing flavors! It's the only brand of teas I buy.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Almost wine like compared to Chinese Oolongs. Has a Earthy mushroominess but still obviously an Oolong. Very delicate taste; unique.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

This oolong just hits different. A cinnamon like undertone, floral with that distinctive oolong taste. And so smooth. No harsh edges. Absolutely love this.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

This oolong tea is very nice! The first steep has a pleasant taste that, to me, is similar to a Jamaican plant called callaloo, which I thought was really interesting. The second steep is also nice, and I actually start to taste a very faint floral note. I usually drink it straight, but when I’m having sugar cravings, I add about a tablespoon of cane sugar. I was expecting this tea to have a strong bitter taste, but pleasantly, it doesn’t. I bought three bags and placed them in my IKEA glass jar—I think it’s the 17oz one. I will definitely keep this restocked!

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I'm used to the Chinese oolong, but this is a pleasant surprise. It's nice to drink in the afternoons.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

The description is very true! It is a beautiful light but rich tea. The floral aromatics are matched by a gentle sweetness that is not overwhelming. It is elegant and bright, really tasting like spring.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

This oolong is incredibly light and sweet, making it the perfect tea for a relaxing afternoon break.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

I'm in love with this oolong! The floral notes are subtle yet distinctive, making each sip a delightful experience.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

Every morning, I look forward to brewing up a cup of this oolong. The delicate and complex flavor is the perfect start to my day.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

The aroma of the leaves alone is worth it, but the delicate and flowery flavor of this oolong is simply outstanding.

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

I'm so glad I found this rare Japanese oolong! It's not easy to come by, but the unique taste and high quality are worth the search

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If you're a fan of floral teas, you simply have to try this oolong. The balance of flavors is impeccable and something I haven't been able to find in other teas

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

All it took was one sip and I knew this tea was high quality. I'm so glad I found this gem of a tea, now I can't wait to drink it every morning!

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

I've tried many oolongs over the years, but this is my first Japanese oolong, and likely my favorite. That floral taste and aroma can't be beat!

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

I love this oolong. The taste is very light, while still being quite flavorful. It's the perfect tea to enjoy during a quiet moment of relaxation. I wish I had more moments like that!

Miyazaki High Mountain Oolong Tea

There's nothing quite like the experience of brewing up a cup of this oolong. Everything from the taste to the smell of the leaves in the pot is simply divine. I can't wait until my next shipment arrives!

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