SE Chung Oolong Loose Leaf Tea
Mild, smooth and subtly nutty — a delicate loose leaf oolong from Anxi, Fujian, China.- Free Shipping on UK orders over £30
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Our Oolong loose leaf tea SE Chung is a beautifully gentle Chinese oolong from Anxi County in Fujian Province, prized for its soft floral aroma, smooth golden-green liquor and delicate nutty finish. Lightly oxidised and quietly refined, it is an excellent choice for tea drinkers who want something more layered than green tea, yet softer and less intense than a darker oolong.
Oolong Loose Leaf Tea from Anxi County, Fujian
SE Chung is one of China’s more understated oolong styles. Its name is often translated as “colourful variety”, referring to the wider family of Anxi oolongs beyond the better-known Tie Guan Yin.
Where some oolongs are bold and roasted, SE Chung is lighter, fresher and more subtle. It offers a calm, elegant cup that rewards slower drinking.
Lightly Oxidised for a Softer, More Delicate Cup
The broad, well-formed leaves are gently withered, lightly rolled and oxidised only around the edges before firing. This careful process preserves the tea’s greener character while developing the softness and complexity associated with oolong.
The result is a tea that sits beautifully between green tea and more heavily oxidised oolongs: fresh, smooth and quietly aromatic.
Floral, Smooth and Gently Nutty
In the cup, SE Chung brews to a pale golden-green liquor with excellent clarity. The aroma is soft and inviting, with meadow-like floral notes and a warm hint of nuttiness.
The flavour is mild and naturally sweet, with a lightly herbaceous freshness and a delicate nutty finish. It is refined without being demanding, making it an easy tea to enjoy often.
At a Glance
- Origin: Anxi County, Fujian Province, China
- Tea type: Lightly oxidised oolong
- Liquor: Pale golden-green
- Flavour: Floral, smooth, gently nutty
- Best enjoyed: Without milk
- Infusions: Suitable for 2 to 3 steeps
A Refined Everyday Oolong
SE Chung has long been enjoyed alongside food in Chinese restaurants, where its clean finish complements the meal without overwhelming it. That same versatility makes it just as appealing at home.
Enjoy it as a considered mid-morning cup, a calm afternoon brew or a lighter after-dinner tea when you want something smooth, aromatic and restorative in mood.
How to Brew SE Chung Oolong Loose Leaf Tea
Use water at around 85°C to 90°C. If using a standard kettle, allow freshly boiled water to cool for a minute or two before pouring.
Add one heaped teaspoon per cup and steep for 3 to 4 minutes. Choose three minutes for a lighter, more floral infusion, or four minutes for a slightly fuller cup with more nutty depth.
The leaves will usually give two or three good infusions, each becoming progressively lighter and more floral. Serve without milk.
Ingredients
Oolong tea.
About High Teas London
High Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over 350 different teas in our collection, we are proud to offer teas that reveal the full breadth of the tea world, from celebrated classics to quieter discoveries such as this elegant SE Chung oolong.
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Tea Type |
Quantity |
Water Temp |
Brew Time |
| WHITE | 3-5g per cup | 70c | 5-6 mins |
| GREEN | 3-5g per cup | 75c | 2-5 mins |
| BLACK | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
| OOLONG | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 5-8 mins |
| PU-ERH | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
| UK Orders over £30 | FREE |
| UK Orders under £30 and below 250g | £1.97 |
| UK Orders under £30 and above 250g | £3.95 |
| International Orders | £15 |
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