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Exploring Taiwan's Hand-Drip Teas at SCAJ 2025

Taiwan is set to captivate tea enthusiasts with its first-ever showcase of hand-drip teas at the Specialty Coffee Association of Japan (SCAJ) 2025. Taking place from September 24th to 27th at Tokyo Big Sight, this event promises an extraordinary exploration of Taiwan's premium tea products. Leading this initiative are distinguished figures such as Cai Jinlong, head of the Taipei branch of the Agricultural and Water Conservation Bureau, and Wang Qingyao, head of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Representative Office’s Agricultural Division.

A Unique Collaboration

The event brings together three renowned brands: Rootopia, Taozhuo Fang, and EIGHTeeN. Collectively, they will showcase a total of 16 exquisite Taiwanese teas, allowing visitors to delve into the rich tradition and culture behind hand-drip tea. The teas will be brewed using various equipment, including the HARIO SWITCH dripper, siphon, AeroPress, and the Hiroia Hikaru V60, creating a lively, immersive experience for participants.

Featured Teas from Taiwan

Some of the highlighted teas at the Rootopia booth include a curated selection of Taiwanese hand-drip teas:

• - Fucha Garden: Baozhong Tea (New Taipei, Pinglin)
• - Dai Ji Tea House: Honey Oolong (New Taipei, Sanxia)
• - Tian Fang Tea House: Citrus Biluochun (New Taipei, Sanxia)
• - Zhu Feng Ming Cha: Yingxiang Oolong (Taoyuan, Luzhu)
• - Beipu Farmers' Association: Oriental Beauty Tea (Hsinchu, Beipu)
• - Xinchunxiang: Lishan High Mountain Tea (Taichung, Heping)
• - Feihong Tea Factory: Rich Oolong (Nantou, Lukang)
• - Maruta Tea House: Alishan Oolong (Chiayi, Meishan)
• - Yihong Tea Co.: Yihua Red Tea (Yilan, Sanxing)
• - Jilin Tea Garden: Citrus Oolong (Hualien, Ruihe)
• - Lin Wang Tea Factory: Red Oolong (Taitung, Luyan)
• - Boyazhai: Citrus Red Oolong (Taitung, Luyan)

In addition, Taozhuo Fang will present three special collaborations featuring teas such as:

• - Xiangming Tea House: Lala Mountain Oolong (Taoyuan, Fuxing)
• - Huayang Tea House: Dongpian Tea (Nantou, Mingjian)
• - Weishu Tea House: Zhengchong Tieguanyin (Taipei, Muzha)

EIGHTeeN Partnership and Special Products

EIGHTeeN has teamed up with Dapia Tea Garden (New Taipei, Linkou) to deliver their signature hand-drip teas, ensuring innovation and quality are front and center.

Not to be missed, attendees will also have the chance to purchase the exclusive Aurli Sip Cup!

Taiwanese Specialty Coffee Beans

Apart from teas, there will be limited sales of specialty coffee beans from:

• - Huayan Coffee Estate (Nantou, Yuchi)
• - Xiangxiangjuyi Coffee Estate (Chiayi, Alishan)

Event Schedule and Highlights

Each day during SCAJ, attendees can enjoy various live demonstrations and tasting sessions:

• - September 24 (Wed): A demonstration of Taiwanese tea extraction with champion barista Chiemi Sakata and coffee roaster Yang Linxian, featuring siphon brewing.
• - September 25 (Thu): Discussion on Japanese-Taiwanese specialty coffee beans led by 2019 JCRC third-place winner, Yoshihiro Munemoto.
• - September 26 (Fri): Insights into specialty coffee and Taiwanese hand-drip teas with champion Daisuke Hatakeyama from JBrC.
• - September 27 (Sat): A demonstration of tea extraction and cupping techniques with 2023 JCTC champion, Akemi Mori.

Visit Rootopia's Booth for More

Along with the above, Rootopia's booth will have ongoing demonstrations and tastings available throughout the event. Plus, attendees can enjoy the exclusive AeroPress Tea Latte on limited days and experience smart brewing with the Hiroia Hikaru V60.

To learn more about Taiwan's hand-drip tea scene, check out the official links for the upcoming Tokyo conference and exclusive tea purchases via Rootopia’s Instagram.

Join us at SCAJ 2025 and immerse in the world of Taiwanese teas! This is a must-visit for any tea lover and an enriching experience not to be missed!

Event Details:

• - Dates: September 24-27, 2025
• - Location: Tokyo Big Sight, 4th floor South Building, Rootopia Booth
• - Hosted by: Agricultural and Rural Development Bureau of Taiwan
• - Collaborators: Genmoto Travel