Rare Leaves Black Pearl — Single Estate Taiwanese Dark Roasted Oolong Tea
Rare Leaves Black Pearl — Single Estate Taiwanese Dark Roasted Oolong Tea
A Tea of Extraordinary Depth — Grown Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
In the lush valleys of Taitung, Taiwan, at 400 meters above sea level, tea artisans practice an ancient craft: charcoal-roasting hand-picked oolong leaves until they transform into something extraordinary. Dark, complex, layered — with whispers of sticky rice and delicate orchid.
This is Rare Leaves Black Pearl. A tea that connoisseurs seek out. A tea that rewards those who take the time to truly taste.
Flavor Profile
Flavor Notes: Sticky rice, orchid
Growing Region: Taitung, Taiwan
Elevation: 400 meters
Ingredients: 100% Taiwanese Oolong Tea
Infusions: Up to 4 steeps
Why Black Pearl Is the Connoisseur's Choice
- 🌸 Charcoal-roasted — a traditional Taiwanese technique that creates unparalleled depth
- 🌾 Sticky rice & orchid notes — hauntingly beautiful, unlike any other tea
- 🔄 Up to 4 infusions — each steep unfurls new flavors as the leaves open
- 🌿 100% single-estate Taiwanese oolong — no blending, no compromise
- 🧲 CNC-milled solid aluminum tin — airtight, light-tight, recyclable
- 🎁 Arrives in a magnetic-closure gift box — ready to give or to treasure
The Art of Multiple Infusions
Black Pearl is a balled oolong — and balled oolongs are meant to be experienced across multiple steeps. With each infusion, the leaves unfurl further, releasing subtly different flavors. The first steep is bold and roasty. The second opens into floral sweetness. The third reveals a soft, lingering mineral finish. The fourth is a quiet, meditative whisper of everything that came before.
This is tea as a practice. Tea as a ritual. Tea as art.
How to Brew Rare Leaves Black Pearl
| Infusion | Temperature | Steep Time | Flavor Character |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 195°F / 90°C | 2–3 min | Bold, roasty, rich |
| 2nd | 195°F / 90°C | 3–4 min | Floral, sweet orchid |
| 3rd | 195°F / 90°C | 4–5 min | Soft, mineral, lingering |
| 4th | 195°F / 90°C | 5–6 min | Delicate, meditative |
Black Pearl vs. Standard Oolong
| Rare Leaves Black Pearl | Standard Oolong | |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | ✅ Named single estate, Taiwan | ❌ Blended, unknown origin |
| Charcoal-roasted | ✅ Traditional technique | ❌ Rarely |
| Infusions | ✅ Up to 4 steeps | ❌ 1–2 typically |
| Packaging | ✅ Solid aluminum tin | ❌ Standard packaging |
| Flavor complexity | ✅ Evolves with each steep | ⚠️ Static |
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Black Pearl different from other oolongs?
The charcoal-roasting process and single-estate sourcing from Taitung, Taiwan create a flavor profile that is simply unmatched — deep, complex, and evolving across up to 4 infusions.
Is it caffeinated?
Yes — oolong tea contains moderate caffeine, roughly between green and black tea levels.
Why is it final sale?
The exceptional cost of sourcing and producing single-estate Rare Leaves teas means we cannot offer the standard money-back guarantee on this product.
Is it part of a gift set?
Yes — Black Pearl is one of three teas in the All The Rare Leaves Gift Set, alongside Gold and Emerald. A beautiful gift for any tea lover.