What makes jade oolong so special? The leaves are very lightly oxidized, imparting a more floral character to the cup. The liquor is also greener and smoother, just like the precious stone it was named after. Drinking it straight has been described as “a heavenly experience”. So what’s it like blended with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, peppercorn and stevia? Like heaven, only sweeter and spicier.