Milk Oolong Caramel Tea

Milk Caramel Oolong Tea is a Premium Blend of White Tea with Semi-Fermented Loose Leaf Tea. We then add natural caramel flavour to create a creamy temptation. Discover its indulgent qualities when you buy it and try it here at The Kent and Sussex Tea and Coffee Company.

Since our founding over forty years ago, we’ve taken tremendous pride in packing our products by hand and fresh to order. 

What is Milk Caramel Oolong Tea? 

A common misconception is that Caramel Oolong Tea is heated in milk water steam to create it. The reality is that it derives from a specific cultivar of the Camellia sinensis (Tea) plant first developed in Taiwan during the 1980s.

Known as Jin Xuan, workers harvest the leaves before lightly baking them. This creates the flavour so loved. Worry not, in other words, if you’re lactose intolerant. 

The story of Loose Leaf Oolong Tea from Taiwan as a whole dates back to the 19th century when the island was called Formosa. In 1866, the British trader and entrepreneur John Dodd helped elevate the Formosa Tea industry on the world market.

The country hasn’t looked back since. All that’s left is to show you how to make Milk Caramel Oolong Tea at its finest and most delicious. 

How to Make Milk Caramel Oolong Tea

1. Put Tea leaves into a Tea Infuser or Filter (both available here).
2. Place the Tea-filled accessory in a mug or cup.
3. Boil fresh water and allow it to cool to temperatures between 80°C and 90°C.
4. Infuse for 2 to 3 minutes. Any longer and you risk creating a bitter taste.

How to Serve: Best served without accompaniments. 

Tasting Notes: Oolong Tea with Caramel tastes creamy and sweet from start to finish. 

Benefits of Caramel Oolong Tea

Those who brew Caramel Oolong Milk Tea on a frequent basis will be treating more than just their taste buds. It turns out that the infusion has a remarkable capacity to support life in small yet significant ways.

The reason is its wealth in vitamins, minerals and other antioxidants. Working on a molecular level, these chemical compounds slow oxidative stress and, therefore, reduce the risk of numerous chronic conditions. 

And that’s not all on offer. According to a 2021 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Oolong balances blood sugar levels in pre-diabetic individuals. Meanwhile, according to a 2018 study, it boosts the metabolism of fat cells to promote weight loss.

Preliminary evidence likewise points to it improving cardiovascular health, aiding digestion, boosting immunity and alleviating mild anxiety.