Shizhuo: A Key Tea-Producing Region in the Alishan Tea Area
Shizhuo is a vital tea-growing region in the Alishan tea area. Its low average temperatures and significant diurnal temperature variations create ideal conditions for tea cultivation. These factors result in higher catechin content, which reduces bitterness and astringency while enhancing the levels of theanine and other compounds beneficial for sweetness. Careful roasting and moisture control further refine the tea, giving the brew a particularly sweet and smooth flavor.
At our tea house, we have carefully selected high-mountain tea from the Shizhuo region. This tea is characterized by its rich, full-bodied taste, lingering sweetness, and smooth texture. Its captivating aroma and refined flavor unfold beautifully with each sip, leaving a lasting impression. It is truly an exceptional tea to savor and enjoy.
[About the Tea Region]
Also known as Shizhuo or Shizhuo Table, Shizhuo is located in Zhonghe Village, Zhuqi Township, Chiayi County, at an altitude of 1,400 to 1,600 meters. The Shizhuo tea region is renowned for its superior geographic location and high-quality tea leaves. As a distribution hub for nearby tea-growing areas, it attracts numerous tea merchants during the harvest season and serves as a key production and trading center for Alishan tea.
The Shizhuo tea area receives abundant annual rainfall, with an average humidity of 90.4% and an average annual temperature of 20°C, providing optimal conditions for tea plant growth.
The main tea cultivar in this region is Qingxin Oolong, with a total cultivation area of approximately 350 hectares. The teas produced in Shizhuo are predominantly lightly fermented and lightly roasted oolongs. They are marketed under the names "Shizhuo Tea" or "Zhulu Tea" for both domestic and international sales.
Brewing Directions:
You can use any kind of tea pot, but clay tea pot suits much better.
Warm up the teapot with the boiling water, put 3 grams of tea, and pour a small amount of the boiling water into the tea and pour out, then pour 250 ml of boiling water and cover the tea pot for three minutes before serving.
Boiling temperature – 85-95°C (185-203°F). You can use this amount of tea 3 to 4 times.
The tea leaves come unrolled for full flavor.
Additional information
This is one of the traditional ways of brewing. Depending on individual gustatory preferences you can you can vary brewing time from 35s to 5 minutes.
You can also use the Taiwanese traditional way of brewing - spilling, using Gaiwan, and brewing for 3-5 seconds each time.
Please note that it is natural tea with a high content of active elements, including caffeine and minerals, and some unusual feelings could appear. In that case, we recommend decreasing the quantity of dry leaves and brewing time.