Wuyi Gaba Oolong

Wuyi GABA Oolong – when the “rocky echo” of the Wuyi Mountains meets a modern, oxygen-poor (GABA) processing. The result: a silky, dessert character, roasted depth, and a subtly playful, fruity acidity that keeps you awake throughout the sip.

What is the GABA process?

GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is naturally present in tea leaves, but certain processing steps – typically those carried out in an anaerobic/oxygen-poor environment – ​​can significantly increase its levels. The essence of the method is that the leaves are periodically placed in an oxygen-free environment during processing (some workshops use vacuum/air cycles), which also creates the characteristic “GABA-oolong” flavor.

A small clarification: when it comes to the name "GABA tea" in the literature and commercial practice, you often come across minimum values ​​(e.g. 150 mg/100 g), but the exact value of each item may vary depending on the producer and laboratory test.

Flavor – what to expect in your cup?

• Aroma: roasted malt cake/bread crust, peach compote, butterscotch atmosphere.
• Taste: creamy apricot jam, almond syrupiness, coconut cream sweetness, honey candy – with a delicate woody-mineral finish in the background.
• Texture: silky, oily, medium-bodied – a very “comfortable” sip.
• Finish: juicyly sweet, slightly cooling, with a hint of crisp dryness at the end.

Who do we recommend it to?

• If you love the roasted, deep tones of Wuyi oolongs, but now you're craving something creamier, more dessert -y.
• If you're looking for a "calming, slowing down" evening tea experience - but important: the tea contains caffeine, so everyone should time it according to their own sensitivity.
• It's also great as a gift: easy to love, round, "friendly in every sip."

Preparation

Gongfu (recommended)

• Dosage: 5–6 g / 100 ml
• Water: 95–99 °C
• Soak: 15–20 seconds, then +5 seconds per infusion
• Number of rounds: 8–10 (even more for good cards)

Western method

• Dosage: 3 g / 300 ml
• Water: 95–98 °C
• Soak: 2 minutes, then +30–45 seconds
• Number of rounds: 3–4

Cold brew

• Dosage: 6 g / 1 liter of cold water
• Time: 6–8 hours in the refrigerator
• Tip: after filtering, let it sit for another 10 minutes – it will be wonderfully silky.

Note: The above description follows the style of the source provided and the general principle of GABA processing; no health claims are made, the focus is on the experience and sensory profile of the tea.