- Crafted through a specialised oxygen free fermentation process to naturally elevate GABA levels
- GABA supports stress relief, mental clarity, and emotional balance
- A smooth and earthy oolong with subtle notes of dried fruit and nuts
- Highly valued by wellness seekers and health conscious individuals worldwide
- Rare and technically demanding to produce, requiring skilled Taiwanese artisans
- 100% natural ingredients, free from additives, colourants, and preservatives
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
- Packed in 100g vacuum sealed bag to preserve freshness
Nigiro Taiwanese GABA Oolong Tea is an extraordinary tea, born from scientific ingenuity and perfected through Taiwanese craftsmanship. Developed in the 1980s following groundbreaking Japanese research, this tea is especially rich in GABA, also known as gamma aminobutyric acid, a naturally occurring amino acid that plays a vital role in calming the nervous system. As an inhibitory neurotransmitter, GABA reduces excessive neuron activity in the brain, helping to ease stress, regulate mood, and support deeper relaxation.
In recent years, GABA has become a sought after ingredient across health foods and wellness products, from snacks and supplements to drinks and even chocolates. Modern consumers, constantly navigating high stress environments, long screen times, digital fatigue, and irregular sleep patterns, are turning to GABA rich products as part of a more holistic lifestyle approach. What sets GABA oolong tea apart is that it delivers these benefits naturally, without synthetic additives, through a time honoured leaf and a cup of warm calm.
Producing GABA oolong tea, however, is no simple task. It involves a highly controlled, oxygen free fermentation process, during which fresh tea leaves are sealed in nitrogen rich chambers. This anaerobic environment stimulates the conversion of glutamic acid into GABA. The process must be executed with precision. Every variable, from temperature to leaf maturity, must be exact. It is a labour intensive craft, requiring a depth of expertise only few tea artisans possess.
The result is a tea with an amber gold liquor, a subtle aroma of dried fruit and roasted nuts, and a gentle, soothing flavour profile. Smooth, slightly sweet, and grounded, this tea is a sensory relief. It is not just a beverage, but a functional ritual, ideal for those who seek to counterbalance a fast paced lifestyle with moments of mental clarity and emotional stillness.
Whether you are starting your day with focus, winding down in the evening, or carving out a quiet moment between responsibilities, this tea offers a natural and refined way to reconnect with calm, something modern life often forgets to offer.
Serving suggestion:
We recommend brewing oolong tea with water at around 85 degrees Celsius. Steep the tea for approximately 3 minutes, then taste to see if the strength suits your preference. If you desire a stronger brew, you may steep it for another minute or two. Use a teapot with an infuser for best results. If a teapot is not available, an infuser ball, infuser cup, or a fine mesh strainer will also work well. For each serving, use about 3 to 4 grams of loose leaf tea, or roughly one teaspoon. This tea may be steeped a second time; simply extend the brewing time to draw out the remaining flavour.
Please note:
Images are for illustration purposes only. Packaging may vary per batch, and the tea portions may differ from those shown in the images.
What's in the box
1 x Nigiro Taiwanese GABA Oolong Tea 100g
