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Tea Culture and Hand-Shaken Beverages

Taiwan is best known for producing oolong and black tea, and tea itself
remains one of the most charming draws for travelers visiting Taipei.
A century ago, the Dadaocheng area was a globally renowned hub for
tea trading. Today, family-run tea shops like the century-old Wang
Tea( 有記名茶 ) continue to offer premium Taiwanese teas. For a more
contemporary tea experience, visitors can explore tea houses such
as AINSI THÉ ( 萃 釅 ), South St. Delight( 南街得意 ), or HeHeQingTian
( 和合青田 ). In addition to serving tea, some of these venues also
host tea-brewing workshops or themed gatherings, showcasing the
elegance and refinement of Taiwanese tea culture.

Taiwan’s love for tea has also given rise to a thriving hand-
shaken drink culture. From bubble tea and fruit-infused teas
to a wide range of milk teas, these flavorful and endlessly
customizable drinks can be found on nearly every street
corner—satisfying cravings from morning until night.