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Wild oolong tea, produced in Li Jiang Village, Longsheng County, Guilin, Guangxi. Surrounded by mountains on all sides, the region boasts rich organic soil with strong sunlight and frequent rainfall, at an altitude of around 1000 meters. Grown in a pristine ecological environment with abundant vegetation, this wild oolong tea is cultivated without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides, resulting in limited yield with only one spring harvest per year. Processed using the techniques of Wuyi rock tea, it offers a rich floral and fruity aroma, with a fragrant infusion and a burst of floral and fruity notes upon tasting. The liquor is bright orange-red, with evident golden rings.
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Introduction:
This premium Tieguanyin is meticulously selected from the autumn harvest of 2023. Plucked from high-altitude tea gardens in Anxi, Fujian (the most authentic origin), the exceptional growing conditions impart a rich and robust flavor profile. Carefully crafted in small batches by professional tea farmers, this tea guarantees a smooth, mellow taste with a strong orchid fragrance.
Reasons to Recommend:
- A Renowned Chinese Tea: Anxi Tieguanyin, originating around 1725, is one of China's top ten famous teas. On May 22, 2023, Anxi Tieguanyin was awarded the "Globally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems" certificate.
- Authentic Origin: Grown in Anxi, Fujian, where the mountainous terrain and misty climate create an average annual temperature of 15-18°C, a frost-free period of 260-324 days, and annual rainfall of 1700-1900 mm. The relative humidity exceeds 78%, and the acidic red soil, rich in organic matter and minerals, contributes to the unique flavor of Tieguanyin tea trees.
- High-Altitude Tea Gardens: Compared to other Tieguanyin teas, this one is cultivated in high-altitude gardens in Anxi, where the superior climate enhances the tea's richness, delivering a smoother, sweeter aftertaste and a more intense aroma.
- Meticulous Craftsmanship: Carefully produced in small batches by skilled farmers, this tea undergoes multiple intricate processes to achieve its premium quality.
Oxidation Level: 15%-25%
Roasting Level: Light roast
Tea Garden Soil: Red soil
Processing Time: November 2024
Best Before Date: 36 months
Tea Variety: Tieguanyin
Introduction:
This Qidan Da Hong Pao is meticulously selected from the spring harvest of 2023. Sourced from the purest Wuyi rock tea in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian (the most authentic origin), the exceptional growing conditions and specific cultivar impart a truly authentic flavor profile. Crafted by master tea maker Chen Hai, who has decades of experience, this tea guarantees a rich, sweet aftertaste with a subtle osmanthus fragrance.
Reasons to Recommend:
- Core Production Area: Grown in the heart of Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, where the average annual temperature ranges from 16°C to 25°C, the frost-free period lasts 253-272 days, and annual rainfall is around 2000 mm. The relative humidity is 78%-84%, and the acidic red soil, rich in organic matter and minerals, contributes to the unique flavor of Da Hong Pao tea trees.
- Pure Cultivar: The mother trees of Da Hong Pao grow on the steep cliffs of Jiulongke in the Wuyi Mountain Nature Reserve. Due to their limited yield and exceptional quality, the purebred Da Hong Pao is propagated asexually from cuttings of these mother trees and processed separately.
- High-Altitude Tea Gardens: This tea is cultivated in high-altitude gardens in Wuyi Mountain, where the superior climate enhances the tea's richness, delivering a fuller, sweeter aftertaste and a more intense, lingering aroma with a pronounced "rock essence."
- Unique Roasting Process: Premium tea leaves are slowly roasted under gentle heat, developing a sweet fragrance with a subtle smoky undertone.
Oxidation Level: 45%-55%
Roasting Level: Light to medium roast
Tea Garden Soil: Sandy gravel soil
Master Blender: Chen Hai
Processing Time: Initial processing in May 2024, refined in September 2024
Best Before Date: 36 months
Tea Variety: Qidan
Introduction:
This Zhangping Shuixian square-shaped oolong is meticulously selected from the spring harvest of 2023 and crafted by a top tea master using unique traditional techniques. Plucked from high-altitude tea gardens in Zhangping, Fujian, at elevations of approximately 600 meters, the exceptional growing conditions impart a rich and mellow flavor to this tea. The plucking standard of primarily one bud and two leaves ensures a high orchid fragrance, a smooth and refreshing taste, and a bright golden liquor.
Reasons to Recommend:
- Core Production Area: Grown in Zhangping, Fujian, where the climate is warm, humid, and abundant in rainfall, with mild winters and cool summers. The average annual temperature ranges from 16.9°C to 20.7°C, with annual precipitation of 1450-2100 mm, a frost-free period of 251-317 days, and an average annual sunshine duration of 1853 hours, providing ideal natural conditions for tea production.
- Unique Shape: Zhangping Shuixian tea cakes combine the production methods of Minbei Shuixian and Minnan Tieguanyin. Pressed into square-shaped cakes using wooden molds, it is the only compressed tea in the oolong category, offering a unique style and rich traditional flavor.
- Traditional Handcrafted Process: This Zhangping Shuixian is a masterpiece of traditional handcrafted tea-making. The master insists on using manual techniques and traditional charcoal roasting for drying, preserving the authentic craftsmanship of Zhangping Shuixian tea.
Oxidation Level: Light to medium oxidation (25%-30%)
Roasting Level: Light roast (70-80°C)
Tea Garden Soil: Yellow-red soil
Master Blender: He Meiqing
Processing Time: June 2024
Best Before Date: 24 months
Tea Variety: Minnan Shuixian
Recommended Purchase ：
This Tie Guan Yin Oolong tea, produced between 1990 and 1993, has been stored in a dry warehouse of an old tea factory for over thirty years and kept sealed. It is made from the Tie Guan Yin variety from the famous tea-growing region of Yongchun, Fujian, and was crafted by the state-owned Yongchun Kong Overseas Chinese Tea Factory, established in 1958. This tea is entirely handmade, traditionally roasted over a full fire, and comes in its original packaging. No longer available on the market, its unique "aged aroma," rich sweetness, and smooth texture make it a prized choice for connoisseurs of aged oolong tea.
Key Details about Tieguanyin ：
- Production Date：1990-1993
- Grade: First grade
- Tea Cultivar： Tieguanyin
- Craftsmanship： This tea is traditionally roasted with a full fire and moderately oxidized. After over thirty years of natural aging in a dry storage environment, it is sealed in an outer paper box and packaged in an inner kraft paper bag.
- Flavor Highlights： This tea offers a rich, aged aroma with hints of woody notes. The texture is thick and smooth, with a deep, mellow flavor and a long-lasting sweet aftertaste. Its complex profile unfolds in layers, making it a truly refined experience.
What is Tieguanyin Oolong Tea? ：
Tieguanyin is one of China's top ten famous teas, a semi-fermented oolong tea primarily produced in Anxi, Fujian. Its unique production process includes sun-withering, shaking, and heating, which gives the leaves a distinctive "green leaf with red edges" appearance. The tea features tightly rolled, sandy-green leaves and a golden, clear brew. It has a rich, lasting aroma with natural orchid or fruity notes, a smooth, refreshing taste, and a sweet aftertaste. Highly resistant to multiple infusions, Tieguanyin is packed with nutrients like polyphenols and amino acids, offering benefits such as boosting alertness, reducing fatigue, cooling the body, and aiding weight loss. A treasured tea and a symbol of Southern Fujian's tea culture, it is widely loved by tea enthusiasts.
Brewing and Enjoyment Tips ：
This tea showcases the unique transformation brought by time. The first infusion can be used as a "tea awakening" step to activate the tea's inner qualities, resulting in a richer, smoother texture and a more pronounced sweet aftertaste. For the best experience, we recommend using longer steeping times or boiling methods to fully unlock its aged characteristics.
Recommended Brewing Methods ：
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Gaiwan Brewing
- Capacity：100ml Gaiwan
- Water Temperature：95℃-100℃
- Brewing Times：5-7 times
- Tea Water Ratio：1:15 to 1:25
- Brewing Time Once：10~20 seconds
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Thermos Brewing
- 1g tea per 100ml (3.4oz) water.
- Use boiling water (212°F).
- Steeping Time: 1-2 hours.
- Tool: Insulated thermos.
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Boiling Method
- Add 1g tea per 100ml (3.4fl oz) water.
- Boil for 1-2 minutes, then let sit for 2-3 minutes.
- Rebrew by boiling for 3 minutes longer with each steeping.
- Use a ceramic or glass teapot for optimal flavor.
- Enjoy up to 3-4 brews.
Storage Guidelines：
To ensure the best quality of tea, the ideal way to store it is in vacuum-sealed packaging, kept in a cool, dark, and dry place. Avoid exposure to strong odors and air. For sealed storage, using a tin can or a double-lidded metal can is recommended. For even better results, you can store the sealed tea in the refrigerator or a dry storage container.
Weight & Packaging
- Weight：3.5oz (100g)
- Packing Type ： Sealed paper box with cowhide bag packaging inside
About Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory：
Established in 1958, the state-owned Fujian Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory carries a rich history and cultural heritage of tea production. At its peak, the factory was a bustling hub of innovation and craftsmanship, employing over 1,000 tea workers and producing millions of pounds of tea annually. Its teas, including Tieguanyin, were exported to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and Southeast Asia, earning widespread acclaim and becoming a shining symbol of Fujian's tea culture.
However, by the 1990s, the factory fell into decline, and its once-vibrant grounds grew quiet. Unable to bear seeing his life's work fade away, the veteran factory director, Huang Shenghou, took over after its privatization, dedicating himself to reviving the factory and preserving its tea-making legacy.
Today, the factory's aged Tieguanyin not only embodies decades of tea-making expertise but also continues to showcase the timeless charm of Yongchun's Tieguanyin. The story of the Fujian Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory reflects the dedication and innovation of generations of tea artisans, and its aged Tieguanyin carries forward this remarkable legacy.
Recommended Purchase
This Southern Fujian Shui Xian Oolong Tea, produced between 1993 and 1995 and aged for over 30 years in a dry warehouse under sealed conditions, is made from the Shui Xian (Narcissus) varietal sourced from Yongchun, Fujian—the birthplace of this tea. It was jointly produced by Quanzhou Tea Import & Export Company and the State-Owned Yongchun Kong Overseas Chinese Tea Factory in Fujian.
Processed using the Yongchun Shui Xian method, this tea is a classic example of Oolong tea, preserved in its original packaging. It is no longer available on the market. The tea exhibits a distinct aged aroma, accompanied by a subtle medicinal fragrance, with a sweet, mellow flavor and a smooth texture. Its excellent aging results make it a treasured choice for enthusiasts of aged Oolong tea.
Key Details about Southern Fujian Shui Xian
- Origin：Yongchun, Fujian Province, China
- Production Date：1993-1995
- Grade: First grade
- Tea Cultivar：Shui Xian
- Craftsmanship：This tea is processed into oolong tea using the Yong Chun Shui Xian method, with moderate fermentation. It has been naturally aged in a dry storage environment for over 30 years. The tea is packaged in its original sealed cardboard box, with an inner aluminum foil layer for additional protection.
- Flavor Highlights ：The tea exhibits a distinct aged aroma, accompanied by a subtle medicinal fragrance. Its flavor is sweet and mellow, with a smooth texture, showcasing excellent aging effects.
What is Southern Fujian Shui Xian Tea?
Southern Fujian Shui Xian Tea originated in Northern Fujian and was introduced to Yong Chun during the Daoguang period of the Qing Dynasty. Over time, its processing techniques evolved by blending the characteristics of Northern and Southern Fujian oolong teas, resulting in a unique method that enhances the tea's durability for multiple infusions, intensifies its orchid-like aroma, and produces a bright yellow liquor with a sweet, mellow, and refreshing flavor. Beyond its exceptional taste, Southern Fujian Shui Xian Tea offers numerous health benefits, such as activating the autonomic nervous system, reducing stress, enhancing energy metabolism, breaking down fats, and lowering cholesterol, making it a cherished choice for both tea enthusiasts and health-conscious individuals.
Brewing and Enjoyment Tips
This tea showcases the unique transformation brought by time. The first infusion can be used as a "tea awakening" step to activate the tea's inner qualities, resulting in a richer, smoother texture and a more pronounced sweet aftertaste. For the best experience, we recommend using longer steeping times or boiling methods to fully unlock its aged characteristics.
Recommended Brewing Methods
Gaiwan Brewing :
- Capacity：110ml Gaiwan
- Water Temperature：100℃
- Brewing Times：5-7 times
- Tea Water Ratio：1:22
- Brewing Time Once：For brewing, begin with a quick rinse (1-2 seconds) and discard the liquid. For the first three infusions, steep the tea for just a few seconds and pour out immediately. After that, gradually extend each subsequent infusion by 5-10 seconds to adapt to the evolving flavor profile.
Storage Guidelines
To ensure the best quality of tea, the ideal way to store it is in vacuum-sealed packaging, kept in a cool, dark, and dry place. Avoid exposure to strong odors and air. For sealed storage, using a tin can or a double-lidded metal can is recommended. For even better results, you can store the sealed tea in the refrigerator or a dry storage container.
Weight & Packaging：
Weight : 4.4oz (125g)
Packing Type : Original paper box sealed packaging, inner aluminum film sealed packaging
About Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory
Established in 1958, the state-owned Fujian Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory carries a rich history and cultural heritage of tea production. At its peak, the factory was a bustling hub of innovation and craftsmanship, employing over 1,000 tea workers and producing millions of pounds of tea annually. Its teas, including Tieguanyin, were exported to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Japan, and Southeast Asia, earning widespread acclaim and becoming a shining symbol of Fujian's tea culture.
However, by the 1990s, the factory fell into decline, and its once-vibrant grounds grew quiet. Unable to bear seeing his life's work fade away, the veteran factory director, Huang Shenghou, took over after its privatization, dedicating himself to reviving the factory and preserving its tea-making legacy.
Today, the factory's aged Tieguanyin not only embodies decades of tea-making expertise but also continues to showcase the timeless charm of Yongchun's Tieguanyin. The story of the Fujian Yongchun Beikeng Overseas Chinese Tea Factory reflects the dedication and innovation of generations of tea artisans, and its aged Tieguanyin carries forward this remarkable legacy.
