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Every year, I look forward to the winter harvest green oolong, a pristine, unroasted tea that offers one of the most exceptional experiences in Taiwanese tea. Lightly oxidized to preserve its vibrant freshness, this oolong is deeply vegetal and smooth—it honestly reminds me of my favorite vegetable, the artichoke. While the aroma is light and ethereal, steeping it yields a richly flavored broth that is juicy and activates the salivary glands. Notes of butter lettuce and artichoke hearts define its core, resolving into a gentle, natural sweetness and a lovely, lingering aftertaste reminiscent of sweet peas. When I think of Taiwanese oolongs, this is the tea that jumps into my mind!