山焙 SUNBAY 和平臥龍店

You can tell with one sip that this hand-shaken tea is completely different from other Vietnamese teas.

Sunbay Lab: Blue Line, a branch of He Ping Wu Long, takes a more refined path with its tea drinks. Compared to other branches specializing in roasted tea, the menu is streamlined yet focused, featuring only high-quality tea varieties sourced from Taiwan. This makes it not just a drink, but a meeting with Taiwanese tea culture.

The brewed Oolong tea in-store comes from Ming Jian Township in Nantou, the Red Oolong is taken from Alishan in Chiayi, and the Hsuan Oolong originates from Shanlinxi in Nantou. The names of these origins themselves are a guarantee of quality. Sourced from the century-old "San Yi Tea Company," they combine traditional tea-making techniques with modern extraction methods, locking the fragrance of tea into every cup.

The indoor space is simple and refreshing, allowing guests to sip on the aroma of tea in an air-conditioned environment.

This time, I ordered three types of tea drinks.

The "Watermelon Roasted Oolong" combines Nantou roasted Oolong with the sweet aroma of watermelon for a summer treat. The first sip brings the sweetness of watermelon, while the finish reveals a subtle tea fragrance. Although refreshing and thirst-quenching, the sweetness of the watermelon somewhat overshadows the tea's nuances, which may be slightly disappointing for tea connoisseurs.

The "Lemon Honey Oolong" strikes a perfect balance between sour and sweet. The bright aroma of lemon blends harmoniously with the smoothness of Oolong tea, offering distinct layers that not only quell any greasy feel but also create a refreshing sensation that makes you want to take sip after sip.

The "Plum Aroma Roasted Oolong" was a delightful surprise of the day. The tea plum jelly at the bottom not only adds texture but allows the sweet and sour flavor of the plum to intertwine naturally and harmoniously with the roasted scent of the tea. After drinking, you can still chew on the jelly’s resilience and fragrance, leaving a long-lasting finish.

In terms of pricing, a single cup is priced at 80 NT dollars, only available in medium size, which is indeed higher than typical hand-shaken drinks. However, if you consider it as a carefully selected premium Taiwanese tea item, this price is actually reasonable, and it's worth having a cup if you pass by occasionally.

Whether you're looking for a genuinely smooth tea drink or a quiet corner to appreciate the aroma of tea in the afternoon, this place can satisfy both.