Old Tree Tea Gardens

Introduction:
This Fenghuang Dancong tea is meticulously selected from the autumn harvest of 2023. Plucked from ancient tea trees in high-altitude gardens in Fenghuang Town, Guangdong, at elevations of approximately 850 meters, the exceptional growing conditions impart a refined texture and rich, layered flavors. The plucking standard of one bud and two leaves ensures a smooth, full-bodied taste, combining fruity notes with a roasted aroma that lingers delightfully.

Reasons to Recommend:

• Core Production Area: Grown in Fenghuang Town, Chaozhou, Guangdong, where the mild climate features an average annual temperature of 21.4°C and annual rainfall of 1685.9 mm. The acidic red soil, deep and rich in organic matter and trace elements, plays a crucial role in shaping the tea's distinctive aroma and flavor.
• Tea for Diplomatic Occasions: On April 7, 2023, French President Emmanuel Macron visited Guangzhou and was served Fenghuang Dancong tea during a tea ceremony at the Songyuan Hotel, highlighting its status as a prestigious Guangdong tea.
• Unique Tea Variety: Harvested from ancient tea trees over 100 years old, planted 6-8 meters apart in remote mountainous areas and picked only once a year. This ensures a rich, sweet aftertaste with a slight astringency, characteristic of Fenghuang Dancong.
• Special Processing Techniques: The unique methods of oxidation and medium roasting create a tea with floral and honey-like aromas, setting it apart from others.

Oxidation Level: 30%-40%
Roasting Level: Medium roast
Tea Garden Soil: Yellow soil
Processing Time: Autumn 2024
Best Before Date: 24 months
Tea Variety: Fenghuang Dancong

Aged Tree Phoenix Dancong - Honey Orchid Aroma
Winner of the 2025 World Tea Expo - Best Oolong Tea

Expected shipping around April 15-20

• Tea Master: Chen Tianjin(陈添锦)

• Tea Variety: Honey Orchid (Mi Lan Xiang)

• Origin: Da’an Village, Fenghuang Town, Guangdong – 1000m elevation, core Phoenix Dancong terroir

• Tree Age: 50-70 years

• Harvest Time: May 2024

• Oxidation Level: 35-40%

• Roasting: Traditional triple charcoal roasting

  • 1st roast (June 2024): 80-90°C

  • 2nd roast (August 2024): 100-105°C

  • 3rd roast (October 2024): 90-100°C

A Rare Expression of Phoenix Dancong

Sourced from Da’an Village, one of the most prestigious Phoenix Dancong growing areas, this tea comes from ancient trees 50-70 years old. Nestled in the Wu Dong Mountain range (985m-1100m elevation), this region has a 700-year-old tea-making tradition, with traditional charcoal roasting.

Why Ancient Tree Honey Orchid?

• Incredible Longevity: Can be brewed 15+ times while maintaining full-bodied flavor

• Richer, More Complex Aroma: Ancient trees absorb more nutrients, producing tea with intense floral fragrance and lingering sweetness

• Deeper, Fuller Taste: Higher levels of polyphenols and amino acids create a smooth, thick mouthfeel with a strong returning sweetness

Traditional Charcoal Roasting – A True Connoisseur’s Choice

Unlike electric roasting, charcoal roasting enhances aroma and depth, removing any bitterness while preserving the tea’s unique characteristics. The process allows the leaves to absorb negative ions and far-infrared energy, creating a deeper, more complex roasted note.

Additionally, charcoal-roasted Dancong:

• Ages gracefully, developing richer flavors over time

• Has lower moisture content, making it easier to store

• Requires multiple rounds of small-batch roasting to ensure perfect consistency

The result? A tea that is visually stunning, rich in flavor, highly aromatic, and naturally sweet—a stark contrast to the mild taste and cloudy appearance of electrically roasted teas.