Dahongpao tea originates from Mount Wuyi in China. Wuyi Dahongpao rock tea is renowned for its unique aroma and distinctive “rock rhyme” (yan yun) taste. Long celebrated as the “King of Teas,” it is favored by tea lovers worldwide. However, due to regulatory restrictions, Dahongpao rock tea cannot currently be directly imported into Taiwan. Does
Aside from Niulan Rougui and Matouyan Rougui, another tremendously popular Yancha (cliff tea) terroir in recent years is “Xintourou” (literally meaning “sweetheart” or “closest to one’s heart”) Tianxinyan Rougui. Tianxinyan is the terroir name, and Rougui is the tea tree cultivar. Combined, they form Tianxinyan Rougui Tea, affectionately abbreviated as Xintourou. “Xintourou” Tianxinyan Rougui Tea:
Among Wuyi Yancha (Wuyi rock teas), the three classic varieties—Dahongpao, Shuixian, and Rougui—are not only the most well-known, but also priced far above other teas. So, what exactly are the differences between these three? Differences Between Shuixian, Rougui, and Dahongpao So-called “rock tea” gets its name from the saying, “Every rock has tea, and without
Fenghuang Town began tea cultivar breeding over a century ago. Today, as many as 79 natural aroma types remain, and in 1996, the top ten aroma types of Fenghuang Dancong were officially established. Among them, Milan Xiang Dancong is named for its combination of rich honey aroma and orchid fragrance, and it is widely considered
What is Phoenix Dancong tea? Is it black tea or green tea? Dancong tea originates from Fenghuang Town, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. It is a series of tea tree varieties mostly used to produce medium-fermented and medium-roasted semi-fermented teas, commonly known as Oolong tea. Along with Wuyi Rock Tea and Anxi Tieguanyin, Phoenix Dancong ranks
A tea enthusiast wrote in asking: I want to go straight to the origin to buy Tieguanyin tea from tea farmers, where is Taiwan’s Tieguanyin produced? Also, I’ve heard there are authentic (zhengcong) and non-authentic Tieguanyin varieties, how can I tell them apart? Taiwan Tieguanyin Origin The most iconic producing region is undoubtedly the Muzha
Fenghuang Dancong Yashixiang, also known as Yinhua Xiang Dancong, is a tea aroma type originating from Chaozhou, Guangdong, and belongs to Fenghuang Dancong tea. This tea gets its unusual name from growing in a special local soil known as “duck shit soil.” Since 2018, Yashixiang Fenghuang Dancong has surged in popularity on the market, becoming
Wudong Dancong Tea (also written as 烏崬) is the top-tier representative of Phoenix Dancong teas, highly favored by tea enthusiasts for its unique floral aroma and high-mountain character. This tea originates from Wudong Mountain in Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province. Blessed with high altitude and a unique natural environment, this mountain range nurtures tea leaves of
Yashi Xiang (Duck Shit Fragrance)—doesn’t that sound a bit bizarre? But actually, Yashi Xiang is a tea tree variety originating from Chaozhou, Guangdong. When made into oolong tea, it boasts a unique aroma and flavor, soaring in popularity in 2018 to become a top choice for many beverage brands. What is Yashi Xiang… Is Yashi
Phoenix Dancong tea, also known as Song tea or Niaozui tea, originates from Chaozhou in Guangdong Province, China, and is a renowned oolong tea. Known for its wide variety of single-bush (Dancong) cultivars, each offering a unique aroma such as honey orchid, ginger flower, or osmanthus, Phoenix Dancong is cherished not only as a delicious
According to historical records, Phoenix Dancong oolong tea boasts as many as 79 natural aroma profiles. In 1996, ten official aroma profiles were formally established: Huang Zhi Xiang (Yellow Gardenia), Zhi Lan Xiang (Orchid), Mi Lan Xiang (Honey Orchid), Gui Hua Xiang (Osmanthus), Yu Lan Xiang (White Magnolia), Jiang Hua Xiang (Ginger Flower), Ye Lai
Phoenix Dancong tea is a prized oolong tea from Phoenix Mountain in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, China. It is renowned for its rich aroma profiles and unique flavor. Depending on the tea tree variety, Dancong is categorized into various aromatic types such as Honey Orchid, Yellow Gardenia, and Osmanthus. To fully experience its exquisite flavors, mastering
Is Ya Shi Xiang green tea? Ya Shi Xiang is a tea tree variety originating from Guangdong, China. Theoretically, its leaves can be made into green tea, black tea, or oolong tea. In practice, however, the vast majority is processed into medium-fermented Fenghuang Dancong Ya Shi Xiang. Therefore, Ya Shi Xiang is neither green tea
Huang Zhi Xiang (Gardenia Aroma) is a tea tree variety of Fenghuang Dancong. Because its leaf shape resembles that of the Tuan Shu tree, it was originally called Tuan Shu Ye (Tuan Shu leaf). Through long-term cultivation and improvement, its leaves became more oval and broader, leading to the alternative name Da Ye Xiang (Large
Zhilanshan Dancong is a popular tea cultivar among Phoenix Dancong teas. It is characterized by its slender, bamboo leaf-like shape and an exquisite orchid-like floral aroma (Zhilan). With every sip, the floral notes bloom in the mouth, making you feel as if you are surrounded by a field of flowers. It is also celebrated as
