Taiwan Beer (Táiwān Píjǐu)

MY THOUGHTS:
I thought about this for a while and I think it has to be done, for better or for worse. I personally do not drink Taiwan beer if I can help it. However, from time-to-time everyone seems to be thrust into a situation rather it be: an akward work party, a sketchy KTV, or road side food stand, it is the only thing available and rather then going through life sober I have to partake. There are many myths about what is exactly in Taiwan beer, but one thing is for certain it can give you incredibly bad hangover (kick you in the brains). I will take a step aside and review this in a good light.
HISTORY:
Taiwan beer was first brewed in 1922 when Taiwan was under Japanese rule. It is a light amber beer with a "distinct" taste which is produced by being made from PONLAI RICE (whatever that might be) The beer is best served cold (try Antarctica temp.) The locals say it is suitable and complements alot of Taiwanese or Japanese food. Taiwan beer has won international awards, including the International "Monde Selection" in 1977 and the "Brewing Industry International Awards" in 2002. I wish I knew the other beers that were entered in these awards. However, Taiwan beer remains this island's best-selling brew.

FACTS:
Three brews, all amber, are sold under the name Taiwan Beer: Original, Gold Medal, Draft. All brews are 4.5% alcohol and are regularly seen in Taiwan's convenience and grocery stores. The newest brew, Taiwan Beer Draft, is designed to be sold fresh. It is most often served in restaurants and bars.

Oriental Beauty Oolong Tea

After doing some research I found that this tea dates back from the end of the 19th century, when Taiwan started exporting its Oolong teas overseas. At that time, tea was mostly harvested at low altitude in northern Taiwan. The legend has it that the Queen of England named it "Oriental Beauty" after she had it the first time. This tea has been my favorite of the teas I have purchased in taiwan. It has both a sweet smell and also a nice sweet taste.

Tung Ting Oolong Tea

Tung-Ting Oolong is a green oolong tea which means it has been baked less than dark Oolong teas. Leaves for this tea are grown in the Tung Ting region of Taiwan at an elevation of about 2,500 feet. The Tung-Ting region is usually covered by fog and clouds every morning and late afternoon which provide good growing conditions for tea leaves made into oolong. However, when brewed, it produces a golden-green hue, a very strong bitter taste along with a strong bitter flowery aroma, and a lasting aftertaste that just wont go away. Of all the tea i have had in Taiwan I must say this is my least favorite. I bought it so i will drink it and try to find some satisfaction in it. My chinese teacher told it that it is "Old Man Tea" because of the bitterness. I perfer the other oolong tea compared to this one.