{"product_id":"first-flush-alishan-honey-black-tea-artisan-rolled-exclusive","title":"First Flush Alishan Honey Black Tea - Artisan Rolled","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"599\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"711\" data-start=\"599\"\u003eA rare artisan rolled high-mountain black tea with luscious stone fruit, honeyed sweetness, and an irresistibly silky finish. \u003cem data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"507\"\u003e(Exclusive selection with very limited quantity)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"737\" data-start=\"718\" data-section-id=\"1rqpgx6\"\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"789\" data-end=\"1229\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eHarvested during the prized first flush of spring from the mist-covered peaks of Taiwan's renowned Alishan mountain range, this exceptional black tea offers a rare expression of one of the world's most celebrated tea-growing regions. While Alishan is best known for producing exquisite oolong teas, only a small portion of each spring harvest is carefully crafted into black tea, making teas like this both uncommon and highly sought after.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eIts tightly rolled leaves slowly unfurl as they steep, revealing the remarkable influence of Alishan's cool mountain climate, mineral-rich soils, and slow-growing tea plants. The result is a naturally sweet, fruit-forward cup that captures the freshness of spring while delivering the elegance and depth of a fine black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1557\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eThe experience begins long before the first sip. The dry leaves release inviting aromas of sweet greens, ripe peach, dried apricot, buttery pastry, and a hint of bright citrus. As the leaves awaken in hot water, they transform into a fragrant bouquet of juicy peach, ripe pear, wildflower honey, and creamy stone fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003eSilky in texture with a naturally lingering sweetness, this tea is a beautiful example of how Taiwan's high-mountain terroir can produce black teas of extraordinary refinement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2013\" data-start=\"2001\" data-section-id=\"1pu4aaz\"\u003eAromas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2015\" data-section-id=\"16ss81\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Leaves: \u003c\/strong\u003eSweet greens • Peach • Dried apricot • Buttery pastry • Bright citrus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2115\" data-start=\"2101\" data-section-id=\"4b7vxk\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWet Leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy peach • Ripe pear • Wildflower honey • Creamy stone fruit • Delicate florals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2224\" data-start=\"2205\" data-section-id=\"7z5m5n\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2248\" data-start=\"2226\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2234\" data-start=\"2226\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2284\" data-start=\"2250\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2250\"\u003eMid:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe apricot • Juicy pear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2332\" data-start=\"2286\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2297\" data-start=\"2286\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky, creamy, lingering sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2359\" data-start=\"2334\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2343\" data-start=\"2334\"\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2390\" data-start=\"2366\" data-section-id=\"1jb1nyk\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2683\" data-start=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2444\" data-start=\"2392\" data-section-id=\"ba1u7o\"\u003eCrafted from the prized first flush spring harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2510\" data-start=\"2445\" data-section-id=\"1mg1e7q\"\u003eRare high-mountain black tea from Taiwan's famed Alishan region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2563\" data-start=\"2511\" data-section-id=\"1p04ttu\"\u003eNaturally sweet with expressive stone fruit aromas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2619\" data-start=\"2564\" data-section-id=\"nyyo78\"\u003eSilky mouthfeel with exceptional clarity and elegance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2683\" data-start=\"2620\" data-section-id=\"swclhq\"\u003eExcellent for multiple infusions that reveal evolving flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2716\" data-start=\"2690\" data-section-id=\"1ioid0w\"\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Ingredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2760\" data-start=\"2718\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2729\" data-start=\"2718\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alishan, Chiayi County, Taiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2790\" data-start=\"2762\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2776\" data-start=\"2762\"\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e High Mountain, Approximately 1,300–1,600 meters (4,200–5,250 feet)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2830\" data-start=\"2792\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2804\" data-start=\"2792\"\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e First Flush (Current Harvest: Spring 2026)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2873\" data-start=\"2832\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2832\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rolled High-Mountain Black Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2906\" data-start=\"2875\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2891\" data-start=\"2875\"\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2929\" data-start=\"2913\" data-section-id=\"1ay5989\"\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3090\" data-start=\"2931\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2962\" data-start=\"2931\" data-section-id=\"1lf71m4\"\u003e1 heaping teaspoon loose leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2991\" data-start=\"2963\" data-section-id=\"g2yla9\"\u003e205–212°F (96–100°C) water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3011\" data-start=\"2992\" data-section-id=\"1c5ev7b\"\u003eSteep 2–4 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3090\" data-start=\"3012\" data-section-id=\"vc87ga\"\u003eRe-steep 3–5 times, increasing the steeping time slightly with each infusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3114\" data-start=\"3097\" data-section-id=\"psksg9\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3287\" data-start=\"3116\"\u003eTea enthusiasts exploring Taiwan's exceptional black teas, quiet afternoon rituals, or anyone who appreciates naturally sweet, fruit-forward teas with remarkable elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"t6l4q4\" data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3403\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eExplore Our Heritage Taiwanese Tea Collection\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"3405\" data-end=\"3527\"\u003eExperience the artistry of Taiwan's legendary tea mountains through a curated selection of exceptional handcrafted teas.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3710\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/first-flush-stonefruit-alishan-black-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3589\"\u003eFirst Flush Stonefruit Alishan Black Tea (This Tea)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3589\" data-end=\"3592\"\u003eJuicy stone fruit, honeyed sweetness, and silky elegance\u003cbr data-start=\"3648\" data-end=\"3651\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-start=\"3653\" data-end=\"3666\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e lovers of refined, fruit-forward black teas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3529\" data-end=\"3710\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/first-flush-magnolia-alishan-black-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3460\" data-start=\"3407\"\u003eFirst Flush Magnolia Alishan Black Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3463\" data-start=\"3460\"\u003eMagnolia blossoms, white florals, and gentle honeyed sweetness.\u003cbr data-end=\"3529\" data-start=\"3526\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"3544\" data-start=\"3531\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e lovers of elegant, floral black teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"778\" data-start=\"566\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/fragrant-first-flush-alishan-oolong-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"609\" data-start=\"566\"\u003eFragrant First Flush Alishan Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"612\" data-start=\"609\"\u003eDelicate orchid blossoms with fresh fruit notes and a light, fragrant finish.\u003cbr data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"689\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"707\" data-start=\"694\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e tea lovers seeking the freshest expression of Taiwan's spring harvest.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"967\" data-start=\"780\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/jin-xuan-first-flush-alishan-oolong-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"815\" data-start=\"780\"\u003eJin Xuan First Flush Alishan Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"818\" data-start=\"815\"\u003eNaturally creamy, silky, and floral with a lingering buttery sweetness.\u003cbr data-end=\"892\" data-start=\"889\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"894\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e those who enjoy smooth, elegant, and naturally creamy teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"969\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/alishan-high-mountain-oolong-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"969\"\u003eAlishan High Mountain Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1008\" data-start=\"1005\"\u003eButtery, floral, and beautifully balanced with notes of pear and orchid.\u003cbr data-end=\"1083\" data-start=\"1080\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1098\" data-start=\"1085\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e experiencing Taiwan's iconic high-mountain tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/oriental-beauty-oolong-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1178\" data-start=\"1148\"\u003eOriental Beauty Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1181\" data-start=\"1178\"\u003eNaturally honeyed with ripe fruit notes and a remarkably sweet finish.\u003cbr data-end=\"1254\" data-start=\"1251\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1269\" data-start=\"1256\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e adventurous tea drinkers looking for exceptional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1693\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/formosa-oolong-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1514\" data-start=\"1492\"\u003eFormosa Oolong Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003eA classic Taiwanese oolong offering a balanced cup with floral sweetness and gentle roasted notes.\u003cbr data-end=\"1618\" data-start=\"1615\"\u003e→ \u003cstrong data-end=\"1633\" data-start=\"1620\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e everyday enjoyment and exploring traditional Taiwanese tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3494\" data-start=\"3467\" data-section-id=\"1jnwd69\"\u003eSeasonal Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3524\" data-start=\"3496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3524\" data-start=\"3496\"\u003eExtremely Limited Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3757\" data-start=\"3526\"\u003eThis tea is harvested only during the first spring flush, when the youngest leaves produce their most vibrant aromas and refined flavors after the winter season. Furthermore, only a small quantity of premium leaves is processed as black tea rather than oolong tea.  Once the season's harvest is sold, it will not be available again until the following spring.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CFTB","offers":[{"title":"1 ounce Pack","offer_id":53890232058174,"sku":null,"price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2 ounce pack","offer_id":53898575741246,"sku":null,"price":43.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0379\/4347\/6269\/files\/Photo-placeholder-v1.png?v=1770481610","url":"https:\/\/churchillsteas.com\/products\/first-flush-alishan-honey-black-tea-artisan-rolled-exclusive","provider":"Churchill's Fine Teas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}