There are some who probably love this tea but for me, it's not the traditional Oolong that I am used to. The flavor is VERY INTENSE, unfortunately too intense for my liking, but, as I mentioned, there are many people who will love it. Now the Zealong Breakfast Tea is beyond compare! Some of the best black tea that I've had in the 50+ years of tea drinking.
Hi Jeff,
Thank you so much for sharing your honest thoughts, I really appreciate it! I completely understand where you’re coming from. Zealong’s Pure Oolong is quite different from the oolongs most people in the U.S. are used to - it’s only about 25% oxidized and completely unroasted, which gives it that brighter, more intense flavor.
Both the Pure and Aromatic Oolongs are very distinctive expressions, while the Dark Oolong is a bit closer in flavor profile to the traditional roasted oolongs many people are familiar with here in the US.
And thank you again for your continued support - your kind words about the Breakfast Tea mean so much. I’m so grateful you took the time to share your perspective!
I've purchased two. Love my tea pot.
Billie! So great to hear this. I'm so glad you love your tea pot! I'm with you - I love the 360-pour and use it every day. It makes brewing tea (especially loose leaf) so easy and hassle-free. Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts on it. I am super grateful for you!
I bought the sampler set to determine what my tastes would be as I have no experience with a premium, loose leaf tea. All I know to this point is tea bags from the grocery store. I must say that so far, I am suitably impressed with the flavors. They are smooth with no harsh aftertaste. I won't be giving up my morning coffee, but I now have the opportunity for a hot drink later in the day. While drinking a second cup of the green tea, I added some honey. Should not have done that. It wasn't needed and covered the flavor of the tea. I am looking forward to the rest of the sampler pack.
Hi Carl,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful review - I loved reading this! I’m so glad you’re enjoying the sampler set and discovering the difference that truly premium tea can make. I also love that Zealong has made the decision to only flavor with natural botanicals - no essential oils or 'natural' flavors. That's why you have the smooth taste and no harsh aftertaste! :)
And your honey comment made me smile - you’re right, Zealong’s Green Tea really doesn’t need anything added. It’s naturally a bit sweet on its own (it's actually my personal favorite of all the Zealong teas). I’m thrilled it’s become your afternoon drink and that you’re enjoying exploring the rest of the sampler!
Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience - it means a lot.
I first encountered the Zealong teapot in New Zealand. I thought it was really clever, so when we got home I ordered one from New Zealand. I wanted to order more for gifts. But now with the tariffs, the cost is too high. So I found one from the Taria company. What a great resource! My family loves them. I will be getting more as I was reading that traditional tea bags have plastic in them. This pot eliminates that and makes brewing loose tea so easy.
Karen!! Aww.. so glad to hear this. I didn't know that you had first seen the 360 pour in New Zealand at the estate. How fun! We are headed there in about a week - I can't wait. It's such a magical place! I'm thrilled to hear you are loving the teapots. I used mine EVERYDAY - it's so easy and helps my loose-leaf go for many steeps!! Thanks again for sharing your thoughts - I'm super grateful! :)
Shipment delivered to the wrong address…never received it
Hi Rudy! So glad we were able to figure out what happend to your package and that you are loving Zealong's tea - The Pure Oolong a very clean and tender oolong - it's very similar to the Green tea with slight hints of butter. It's my personal favorite of the oolongs. Thanks for updating your review and so glad we were able to get to the bottom of the missing package! :)



















