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Ruby Organic Oolong TeaSummer Harvest Ilam, Nepal ~6,500 ft Elevation USDA Organic Oolong Loose Leaf Multiple Steeps Toasty, Honeyed Nepal Oolong with Stone Fruit Sweetness Ruby Organic Oolong Tea is a rare, high mountain Nepal oolong tea from Ilam, crafted at around 6,500 feet. Slowly oxidized and hand rolled, it bridges the depth of black tea with the freshness of green, delivering a smooth, layered cup with toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak, and ripe stone fruit
Summer Harvest • Ilam, Nepal ~6,500 ft Elevation USDA Organic Oolong Loose Leaf • Multiple Steeps
Toasty, Honeyed Nepal Oolong with Stone-Fruit Sweetness
Ruby Organic Oolong Tea is a rare, high-mountain Nepal oolong tea from Ilam, crafted at around 6,500 feet. Slowly oxidized and hand-rolled, it bridges the depth of black tea with the freshness of green, delivering a smooth, layered cup with toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak, and ripe stone-fruit notes.
Why You'll Love It
- High-elevation clarity from slow summer growth in Ilam's cool Himalayan air.
- Signature flavor: toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak, and nectarine-like stone fruit.
- Single-origin craft: organic smallholder lots, carefully withered, rolled, and oxidized.
- Gentle, steady energy: moderate caffeine for a smooth, focused lift without jitters.
Love nuanced, honeyed cups? Ruby is a beautiful step if you enjoy premium oolong teas and want to explore what high-mountain Nepal oolong can offer.
Brewing Guide
- Leaf: 1–1.5 tsp (2–3 g) per 8 oz
- Water: 185–195°F — start closer to 185°F for a softer cup; nearer 195°F for a richer, toastier profile
- Time: 2–3 min (shorter for lighter, longer for more body)
- Resteeps: 2–3 infusions; add 15–30 seconds each round
For more body, increase leaf rather than over-steeping. Ruby's toasty, honeyed character shines over multiple gentle infusions.
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Taste & Pairing Notes
In the Cup
- Aroma: toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak
- Body: medium–full, silky texture, low astringency
- Finish: long, warming finish with lingering stone-fruit sweetness
Food Pairings
- Almond biscotti, butter cookies, shortbread
- Stone-fruit tart, honey cake, lightly sweet pastries
- Soft cheeses, roasted nuts, savory afternoon snacks
Compare Nepali Oolong Teas
| Tea | Profile | Caffeine | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ruby Organic Oolong (this) | Toasted pecan, brown sugar, honey, oak, nectarine; smooth and layered | Medium | Slow afternoon sessions; mindful, multiple steeps |
| Annapurna Amber Oolong | Honeyed florals, dried fruit, gentle spice; award-winning depth | Medium | Showcasing premium Nepali oolong to guests |
| Dragon Claw Oolong | Twisted leaves, alpine florals, subtle earthiness | Medium | Exploring more structured, floral oolong profiles |
Grown by small farmers in Nepal's Ilam region and finished in small batches, Ruby Organic Oolong Tea highlights the character of high-mountain Nepal oolong—organic, single origin, and crafted for clarity, depth, and balance in every cup. See our full range of award-winning Nepal oolong teas beyond the three compared above — including our oak-smoked Tihar specialty.
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