“I found this far lighter than expected especially this the aromas was so pungent and rich in floral tones. The first steep was heavier in floral tones but the body is light. The second steep was...” Read full tasting note
Dancong Oolong tea is famous for its floral fragrance and long after sweetness. In addition, the tea liquid thickness is sought after by many tea connoisseurs.
Da Wu Ye (Big black leaf) belongs to the orchid aroma category and is a very pleasing and unique light-roasted Dancong. It has a soft tea taste and a high, clean, floral aroma. This spring tea has the best tasting tea liquor and highest aroma compared to other season’s harvest.
All of our light-roasted Dancong is stored in the freezer. It will maintain an excellent freshness until you receive it.
Harvest time: 2011 spring
Quantity: 50 grams
Origin: Shaojiao village, Mt. Wudong, Chaozhou, Guangdong province
Picking standard: two or three half-matured tea leaves
Shape: tight bar shaped tea leaves
Dried tea color: dark brown color
Aroma: natural and fresh unique floral fragrance
Tea liquid color: bright golden yellow
Taste: fresh, mellow, thick, unique flower taste
Brewing vessel: Gaiwan (120cc) or Yixing tea pot (120cc)
Water: purified or mineral water is the best.
Phoenix Dancong Oolong Tea or rather known as Huangzhi Xiang Dancong is crafted from the leaves of the Dancong bushes growing on Phoenix Mountain of Guangdong Province. Typical of Dancong teas, it is described as having contradictory body and aftertaste. Dancong names ussually represent a flower because of the floral smell it has. Dancong Oolong Tea was a tribute tea during the Song Dynasty.
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