Aged Chinese Tea Collection: 2026 Year of the Horse Special

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This curated collection features nine teas aged from 14 to 40 years, each capturing a mature in flavor evolution. Experience a velvety, full-bodied texture that glides across the palate, revealing a profile that is both profound and strikingly revitalizing.

Wrapped in packaging adorned with ancient Chinese galloping horse motifs, these teas mirror the spirit of the artwork: a timeless vitality that has only sharpened with age. It is more than a drink; it is a celebration of heritage and refined elegance.

18 Individual Tea Bags · 9 Aged Teas · Total 90 g (3.17 oz)

Oolong Tea
1992 Wuyi Shui Xian Oolong Tea
1993 Yongchun Foshou Oolong Tea
1998 Anxi Tie Guan Yin Oolong Tea
Dark Tea
1980s Hengxian Tea Factory Fu Brick Tea
1998 Wuzhou Liu Bao Tea
2003 Zhaoliqiao Rice Brick Tea
Pu-erh
1990s "Eastern European Edition" 7581 Ripe Pu-erh Brick Tea
2005 Yunnan Yiwu Aged Raw Pu-erh Tea
White Tea
2012 Gong Mei White Tea

Included Extras
Tea Information Cards × 9
Corn Fiber Tea Bags × 20
Booklet

Wuyi Shui Xian

Time: 1992
Origin: Wuyi Mountain, Fujian
Storage: 23 yrs in original Wuyi factory (sealed storage), 11 yrs in a professional dry cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2015)

Yongchun Foshou

Time: 1993
Origin: Yongchun Beikeng Tea Factory
Storage: 27 yrs in sealed storage at origin, 6 yrs in a professional dry cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2020)

Anxi Tieguanyin

Time: 1998
Origin: Anxi, Fujian
Storage: 26 yrs of natural aging at origin, charcoal re-roasted in 2022, 2 yrs in a professional cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2024)

Fu Brick Tea

Time: 1980s
Origin: Guangxi
Storage: 1–2 yrs in Guangxi, 30 yrs in Xinjiang (extremely dry climate), 11 yrs in a professional cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2015)

Wuzhou Liubao Tea

Time: 1998
Origin: Wuzhou, Guangxi
Storage: 20 yrs in large basket packaging at origin, later hand-separated, 8 yrs in natural storage in Shijiazhuang (since 2018)

Zhaoliqiao Rice Brick Tea

Time: 2003
Origin: Chibi, Hubei
Storage: Origin in Hubei, 12 yrs warm & humid aging in Dongguan, 11 yrs in dry storage in Shijiazhuang (since 2015)

7581 Ripe Pu-erh

Time: 1990s
Origin: Yunnan
Storage: 1–2 yrs in Yunnan, 28 yrs in Russia (cold & dry storage), 4 yrs in a professional cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2022)

Yiwu Raw Pu-erh

Time: 2005
Origin: Mengla, Yunnan
Storage: 16 yrs natural ventilation aging in Mengla, 5 yrs in a professional cellar in Shijiazhuang (since 2021)

Gongmei White Tea

Time: 2012
Origin: Panxi, Fuding, Fujian
Storage: 14 yrs sealed, light-protected storage in origin, directly sourced

1992 Wuyi Shui Xian
A mature Wuyi oolong with layered woody notes, subtle minerality, and a calm, settled character.

1993 Yongchun Fo Shou
A gently roasted oolong with warm, slightly fruity notes and a smooth, balanced sweetness.

1998 Anxi Tieguanyin
A well-aged Tieguanyin with soft fruit notes, light acidity, and a smooth, rounded sweetness after re-roasting.

1980s Fu Brick Tea
A smooth, well-aged tea with notes of wood, gentle herbs, and a soft, lingering sweetness developed over decades of dry storage.

1998 Wuzhou Liubao Tea
A thick, smooth dark tea with jujube-like sweetness, mild herbal notes, and a clean, satisfying finish.

2003 Zhaoliqiao Rice Brick Tea
A mellow, full-bodied tea with woody-herbal notes, natural sweetness, and a rich, smooth texture.

1990s 7581 Ripe Pu-erh
A full-bodied ripe pu-erh with deep earthy tones, rounded sweetness, and a smooth, easy finish.

2005 Yiwu Raw Pu-erh
A clean, lively raw pu-erh with soft sweetness, light woody notes, and a refreshing, cooling finish.

2012 Gongmei White Tea
A light, smooth aged white tea with subtle honey sweetness and gentle fruity undertones.

Teaware: Gaiwan or Yixing clay teapot
Water Temperature: 212°F (100°C)
Tea-to-Water Ratio: 5 g tea per 100 ml water
Steeping Time:
Infusions 1–3: 8–15 s
Infusions 4–10: add 5–10 s each round

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Aged Chinese Tea Collection: 2026 Year of the Horse Special

$59.99 USD

Tea Details

1992 Wuyi Shui Xian

Vintage: 1992
Years Aged: 34
Craft & Style: Traditional semi-rock style: heavy shaking, longan wood charcoal roasting
Storage Path: Wuyi Mountain original factory (23 yrs, sealed storage) → Shijiazhuang professional dry storage (11 yrs, since 2015)
New Tea: Prominent roasted aroma
Aged Tea: Roasted notes soften into a warm aged aroma; the liquor becomes smooth, rich, and mellow—true to Shui Xian’s signature depth, often described as “nothing is more mellow than Shui Xian.”

1993 Yongchun Fo Shou

Vintage: 1993
Years Aged: 33
Craft & Style: Traditional style, higher oxidation (40–50%), charcoal roasted
Storage Path: Yongchun Beikeng Tea Factory (27 yrs, sealed storage) → Shijiazhuang professional dry storage (6 yrs, since 2020)
New Tea: Bright citrus-like fruit acidity
Aged Tea: Fruit notes turn into deeper dried citrus sweetness; the taste becomes softer and more rounded.

1998 Anxi Tieguanyin

Vintage: 1998
Years Aged: 28
Craft & Style: Traditional “Zheng Wei” style, re-roasted with charcoal in 2022 to revive
Storage Path: Anxi/Yongchun (26 yrs natural aging) → Charcoal re-roast (2022) → Shijiazhuang cellar (2 yrs, since 2024)
New Tea: Distinct roasted and floral notes
Aged Tea: Roasted and floral notes blend together; the profile becomes balanced, clean, and smooth.

1980s Fu Brick Tea

Vintage: 1980s
Years Aged: 40+
Craft & Style: Traditional “golden flower” fermentation (Eurotium cristatum thriving)
Storage Path: Guangxi origin (1–2 yrs) → Xinjiang (30 yrs, extremely dry climate) → Shijiazhuang professional cellar (11 yrs, since 2015)
New Tea: Noticeable fungal aroma with slight sharpness
Aged Tea: Aromas turn clean and woody; the liquor becomes soft, thick, and naturally sweet.

1998 Wuzhou Liubao Tea

Vintage: 1998
Years Aged: 28
Craft & Style: Guangxi large-leaf varietal, traditional pile fermentation, stone-pressed & portioned
Storage Path: Wuzhou origin (20 yrs in large basket packaging) → Hand-separated later → Shijiazhuang natural storage (8 yrs, since 2018)
New Tea: Early aged aroma
Aged Tea: Aroma becomes more defined; the tea is smooth, mellow, and clean with a silky texture.

2003 Zhaoliqiao Rice Brick Tea

Vintage: 2003
Years Aged: 23
Craft & Style: Made from black tea fragments, high-pressure compressed, deeply post-fermented
Storage Path: Hubei origin → Dongguan, Guangdong (12 yrs warm & humid aging) → Shijiazhuang dry storage (11 yrs, since 2015)
New Tea: Noticeable storage notes
Aged Tea: Storage notes fade into jujube-like sweetness and herbal depth; the tea is thick and smooth.

1990s 7581 Ripe Pu-erh

Vintage: 1990s
Years Aged: 30+
Craft & Style: Classic Kunming factory fermentation, export batch for Eastern Europe
Storage Path: Yunnan origin (1–2 yrs) → Russia (28 yrs, cold & dry storage) → Shijiazhuang professional cellar (4 yrs, since 2022)
New Tea: Rich and full-bodied
Aged Tea: Even smoother and cleaner, with added natural sweetness and a gentle cooling finish.

2005 Yiwu Raw Pu-erh

Vintage: 2005
Years Aged: 21
Craft & Style: Yiwu material, hand-fired, sun-dried
Storage Path: Mengla, Yunnan (16 yrs natural ventilation aging) → Shijiazhuang professional cellar (5 yrs, since 2021)
New Tea: Strong bitterness and astringency
Aged Tea: Becomes round, smooth, and refreshing, with light sweetness and reduced bitterness.

2012 Gongmei White Tea

Vintage: 2012
Years Aged: 14
Craft & Style: From Panxi, Fuding; natural sun-drying & combined withering
Storage Path: Panxi, Fuding (14 yrs sealed, light-protected storage) → Direct from origin
New Tea: Fresh aroma with slight green notes
Aged Tea: Develops into soft jujube and honey-like sweetness; the tea feels warm, smooth, and mellow.

What Makes a True Aged Tea

Not all teas aged over time can be called truly “aged tea.” At iTeaworld, we select only those that meet three essential standards:

Born to Age

We start with teas that are naturally suited for aging.

Only varieties with strong structure and rich inner substance—like Wuyi Shui Xian or Yunnan large-leaf tea—can truly transform over time.

A great aged tea begins with a great foundation.
Right Storage Matters

We choose teas that have been properly stored.

Aged tea is not just about time, but how it is cared for. From natural aging in the south to dry storage in the north, every step shapes its final character.

Dry environments like Xinjiang, Russia, or professional cellars help preserve a clean and balanced flavor.
True Maturity

We select teas that have fully matured in flavor.

With time, harsh notes fade, leaving smoothness and depth. Each cup reveals aged aromas—woody, herbal, or mellow—and a gentle, comforting feel.

Only teas that reach this balanced state are included.

Package Design Inspired by Time & Culture

Tea is the crystallization of time, while the horse is a symbol of civilization. As time flows, both tea and horse motifs continue to evolve.

Each tea in this collection has aged for decades, like a steed moving through history without pause. We pair vintage teas with iconic horse-pattern designs from Chinese history, spanning from the Warring States period to the Qing Dynasty.

This collection is a tribute to enduring vitality, carrying cultural meaning that makes it especially suitable for gifting and collection.

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