{"title":"Loose Leaf Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eA collection of loose leaf teas sourced directly from small farms and packed at origin by the farmers themselves to ensure optimal quality. Each tea is small-batch and left untouched after harvest, preserving the character of its land, season, and making.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"whisky-oak-smoked-black-tea","title":"Whisky Oak Smoked Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the hush of Shimada’s misted tea fields, a tea for unhurried evenings and thoughtful pauses slowly takes form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhisky Oak Smoked Black Tea by Kaneroku Matsumoto-en is not just a tea; it is the expression of generations. The Matsumoto family has tended their tea gardens on the fertile Makinohara Plateau of Shizuoka since the Edo era, practising the historic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echagusaba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e method, where grasses are cut, dried, and spread across the fields to nourish the earth and protect biodiversity. This centuries-old agricultural wisdom, recognised as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System, gives the tea its vitality and depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInspired by the ancient craft of smoke-flavoured teas yet guided by his own vision, third-generation tea farmer Hiroki Matsumoto pioneered Japan’s first domestically additive-free smoked black teas, creating a new chapter in Japanese tea culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn this remarkable blend, hand-picked black tea leaves are infused with the memory of wood from Japanese whisky barrels once aged to perfection. The smoke breathes warmth into the leaf, lifting notes of oak, subtle sweetness, and depth that linger like a quiet conversation by warm firelight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis distinctive smoked tea has earned international recognition, including a Silver Medal at the International Tea Tasting Competition, honouring its balance and originality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis tea carries no added flavourings, only leaf, oak, and time. Slow down, brew a cup, and let each sip reveal itself: rich, layered, and quietly unforgettable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cha Cha Chan Pte Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49046832840927,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/7636\/4255\/files\/Whisky_Oak_Smoked_Black_Tea_5.png?v=1783155655"},{"product_id":"vintage-imperial-concubine-oolong-tea","title":"Vintage Imperial Concubine Oolong Tea (2016)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh above the clouds of Lishan, where cool mountain air drifts through tea gardens perched at 2,000 metres above sea level, a tea destined for patience began its journey.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvested in May 2016, this \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVintage Imperial Concubine Oolong carries the memory of a remarkable season. Before the leaves were plucked, leafhoppers visited the tea bushes, gently nibbling the leaves and setting in motion a transformation prized by tea makers for generations. Their touch gives rise to the honeyed sweetness and fruit-laden aromas that define the finest aged guifei teas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYet it is time that completes the story.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor ten years, this tea has been stored in a controlled environment at the Yang Tea Farm in Lugu, gently reroasted and aged across two generations of family masters. This patient process allows the initial charcoal heat to mature, slowly exchanging youthful brightness for depth and composure. The result is a velvety, highly viscous tea carrying rich notes of dried longan wood, dark molasses, and wildflower honey, ending in a deep, cooling sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduced in limited quantities and impossible to reproduce exactly, this tea is a reflection of a singular harvest, preserved and refined through a decade of careful ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew it when the day begins to soften, share it with close company, or keep it for yourself on evenings when silence feels like a luxury.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cha Cha Chan Pte Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49048398430431,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/7636\/4255\/files\/ImperialConcubineOolongTea.png?v=1783155532"},{"product_id":"white-bud-rare-orchid-oolong-tea","title":"White Bud Rare Orchid Oolong Tea (Coming Soon)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh in the mist-covered mountains of Jinzhu Village, 1,000 metres above sea level in Fujian, a White Bud Rare Orchid oolong unlike most others slowly takes shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe story of this rare cultivar begins in the eighteenth century during the Qianlong reign, when it was first recognised for its distinctive white downy buds. Nurtured by cool mountain air, drifting mists, and mineral-rich soil, the leaves mature slowly, developing a depth and character unique to their high-altitude home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis unblended micro-batch harvested in Spring comes from Jiuyuan Tea Farm, where Mr. Wang continues a tradition that favours patience over speed. While most White Bud Rare Orchid oolongs are crafted to preserve their bright floral character, his tea follows a different path. After the leaves are carefully processed, they undergo a seven-day slow roasting, a method unique to his farm. Gentle, continuous warmth gradually transforms the tea, deepening its character and creating a richness that cannot be hurried.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe result is a White Bud Rare Orchid oolong that reveals an entirely different side of the cultivar. Every infusion begins with a deep orchid fragrance, unfolding into a gentle caramelised bitterness and a returning soothing sweetness that lingers well after each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the final sip fades, a long, resonant sweetness lingers at the back of the mouth, while an elegant cold fragrance quietly reveals itself in the empty cup. It is a subtle reminder of the tea's slow transformation and careful craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cha Cha Chan Pte Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50497072988383,"sku":null,"price":68.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/7636\/4255\/files\/WhiteBudRareOrchidOolongTea_Coming_Soon.png?v=1784276949"}],"url":"https:\/\/chachachan.com\/collections\/loose-leaf-tea.oembed","provider":"Cha Cha Chan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}