Complete List of TRES-Developed Cultivars
Here’s a list of Tea Research and Extension Station (TRES) cultivars, officially numbered and recognized for their contribution to the tea industry in Taiwan. Each cultivar is uniquely designed to suit specific growing conditions, processing methods, and flavor profiles.
Complete List of TRES-Developed Cultivars
1. TTES No. 1
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 1
- Purpose: Primarily used for green tea.
- Developed: Early cultivar focused on pest resistance and adaptability.
2. TTES No. 2
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 2
- Purpose: Used for green and black teas.
- Key Features: Known for robust growth and high yield.
3. TTES No. 3
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 3
- Purpose: Suitable for black tea production.
- Flavor Profile: Bold and aromatic.
4. TTES No. 4
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 4
- Purpose: Oolong tea.
- Flavor Profile: Sweet and floral.
5. TTES No. 5
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 5
- Purpose: Green and black teas.
- Key Features: Adaptable to various climates.
6. TTES No. 6
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 6
- Purpose: Green tea production.
- Flavor Profile: Fresh and vegetal.
7. TTES No. 7
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 7
- Purpose: Black tea.
- Key Features: High resilience in warmer climates.
8. TTES No. 8
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 8
- Purpose: Primarily for black tea.
- Key Features: Robust and aromatic.
9. TTES No. 9
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 9
- Purpose: Black and oolong teas.
- Flavor Profile: Balanced, with mild astringency.
10. TTES No. 10
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 10
- Purpose: Green tea.
- Key Features: High yield, suitable for various altitudes.
11. TTES No. 11
- Name: Taiwan Tea No. 11
- Purpose: Oolong tea production.
- Flavor Profile: Rich and sweet.
12. TTES No. 12 (Jin Xuan)
- Nickname: "Milk Oolong"
- Purpose: Oolong tea.
- Flavor Profile: Creamy and floral.
- Developed: 1980.
13. TTES No. 13 (Tsui Yu)
- Nickname: "Emerald Oolong"
- Purpose: Oolong tea.
- Flavor Profile: Fresh, floral, and clean.
14. TTES No. 14–16
- Lesser Known: Experimental varieties with niche applications.
15. TTES No. 17 (Bai Lu)
- Nickname: "White Dew"
- Purpose: Green and oolong teas.
- Flavor Profile: Fruity and sweet.
16. TTES No. 18 (Ruby Red)
- Nickname: "Red Jade"
- Purpose: Black tea.
- Flavor Profile: Bold with cinnamon and mint notes.
17. TTES No. 19 (Hong Yun)
- Nickname: "Red Rhythm"
- Purpose: Black tea.
- Flavor Profile: Smooth, malty, with fruity undertones.
18. TTES No. 20 (Si Ji Chun)
- Nickname: "Four Seasons Spring"
- Purpose: Oolong tea.
- Flavor Profile: Consistently floral and sweet year-round.
19. TTES No. 21 (Shan Cha)
- Nickname: "Mountain Tea"
- Purpose: Oolong and black teas.
- Flavor Profile: Earthy, robust, with slight fruity notes.
Highlights of TRES Cultivars
- Adaptability: Each cultivar is tailored to specific environmental conditions, such as altitude, temperature, and soil type.
- Pest Resistance: Many cultivars, like Jin Xuan (No. 12), are bred to be pest-resistant, reducing reliance on pesticides.
- Flavor Diversity: From the creamy Jin Xuan to the bold Ruby Red, TRES cultivars cater to a wide range of tastes and processing styles.
