Taiwan’s high mountain tea, or "gao shan cha", is prized for its clarity, elegance and remarkable refinement in the cup. In general, the term refers to tea grown above 1000 metres, where cooler temperatures, mist, strong day-to-night temperature swings and slower leaf growth create the style that has made Taiwanese high mountain oolong famous around the world. When people first explore Taiwanese high mountain tea, three names appear again and again: Alishan, Shanlinxi and Lishan. These are...

This year wasn’t about big gestures or polished performances. It was about people. About the small, honest moments shared over a cup of tea — a nod of recognition, a curious question, a lingering conversation, a warm smile from across the table. When we started Formosa Tea Co., we knew we wanted to share more than just flavours — we wanted to offer something that touches our heart: the way of tea, the rich tea culture, a warm gathering or the joy we still feel each time a pot is poured. And...

Tea is more than a drink—it connects us. Our first festival was a journey of learning, sharing, and forging friendships over tea.