Amber Smoke is a Thai GABA oolong made from TTES No. 17 Bai Lu (白鷺, White Egret), a Taiwanese-developed tea cultivar now grown in Northern Thailand. Careful oxidation and GABA processing build a deep, layered cup while preserving the cultivar’s aromatic character.
Tea at a glance
Cultivar: TTES No. 17 Bai Lu
Harvest: Spring 2026
Processing: GABA-processed oolong
Leaf style: Whole loose leaf
Oxidation: Oxidised oolong; exact level not specified
Origin: Chiang Rai, Northern Thailand
Brewing: Gongfu: 5–6g per 100ml at 95°C; short repeated infusions
Tasting notes
- Peat smoke and warm wood
- Fermented pear and dark fruit
- Mineral sweetness
- Long, wine-like finish
The liquor is full and smooth, with a smoky opening that develops into ripe fruit and lingering sweetness across repeated infusions.
Brewing guide
Gongfu: Use 5–6 g per 100 ml at 95°C. Begin with a short rinse, then steep for 15–20 seconds and increase gradually.
Western: Use 3–4 g per 250 ml at 90–95°C for 2–3 minutes.
Selected for cultivar character, processing and cup quality.
Irina –
My favorite tea! It has a rich, deep flavour with a smooth and slightly smoky finish. Very aromatic and comforting definitely a tea I would order again.