Nantou CityLantian Academy

Forced out in 1912; five years later, the town built it back.

Address｜140 Wenchang St., Nantou City

Illustration of Nantou City · Lantian Academy

The Tea

Jin Xuan

The dry leaves smell like biscuits fresh from the oven. Brewed, the liquor is golden and the first sip is gently sweet — round and fruity, with a creamy, buttery texture. The finish is clean and sweet, and it lingers.

“An easily enjoyable and rewarding example.”— Great Taste 2026, two stars · judges’ comment

Buy this tea →See the gift box

Brewing

Tea bagTea bag · 3 g · 300 ml

Water100°C

Steep2.5min

Tea bag1 bag · 3 g

Hot water300 ml

Take the bag out on time so the tea doesn’t turn bitter.

The Story

Lantian Academy

Lantian Academy was founded in 1831, the eleventh year of the Qing Daoguang reign. Dedicated to Wenchang Dijun, the god of literature, it is the oldest of Nantou’s three academies. Around 1912, colonial-era urban planning turned its original site into a road, and the academy was torn down. Local gentry raised funds, and in 1917 it was rebuilt on today’s Wenchang Street.

Nantou City is where Shan Yu began. The academy was torn down, then rebuilt by the people around it. That wish to hold on to a place is what this box is about.

The Neighbour

Wildlife around Nantou City

Leopard CatPrionailurus bengalensis euptilurusLeopard cats have been recorded along the Maoluo River in Nantou City, including on the roads. Please slow down when driving through the foothills.

A gentle noteAvoid leg-hold traps and poison baits, and keep chicken coops secure — that is the kindest thing you can do for it.

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