Our Red Jade Citrus Flower Oolong started off as an idea that blossomed while walking through a Pomelo plantation in the mountains nearby. Pomelos are big citrus fruits which abound in our very own village. They somewhat resemble a big grapefruit but are quite different in taste and aroma. They are sweeter, less acid, less juicy but exotically delicious. The flowers give off a sweet marmelade-like citrus aroma. Our challenge was to find a grower that would consider selling us some flowers. Most refused as less flowers on the tree also means less fruits to sell. We ended up picking some ourselves from an abandoned grove. Then, our family's three generations of know-how in naturally scenting teas produced a few lots using different cultivars. It may seem odd to use a fairly expressive and robust black tea for scenting flowers, although we will agree that not all black teas would be fitting, the T-18 cultivar with it's naturally jammy notes and menthol finish complement very agreeably the fresh tangy citrus notes of the Pomelo flower. This tea will render a balanced yet expressive cup that is very refreshing hot or cold in a very uniquely exotic style that only Taiwan can produce! A more floral variant is also offered in the Citrus Flower Scented Four Seasons Oolong Tea.