2020 spring Ya Shi Xiang from Fenghuang, Guangdong: an odd name for a floral tea.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2020 Spring · Phoenix Dan Cong oolong (Fenghuang, Chaozhou) · our A+ grade · Sample 20g to 500g
- Dry leaf: Long, strong threads.
- Aroma: Floral, with an aromatic liquor.
- Taste: A mountain-stream sweetness with a natural flavor that lingers.
- Mouthfeel & body: Smooth.
- Aftertaste: Long and lingering.
- Good to know: 'Ya Shi Xiang' literally means 'duck poop fragrance'; the tea itself is floral.
- Best for: Everyday drinking — a relaxed Phoenix Dan Cong oolong that suits novices.
Brewing Guide
- Measure about 6–7g for every 100ml of your gaiwan or pot.
- Bring water to about 95°C (203°F).
- Do one quick rinse to wake the leaves.
- Keep early steeps short (5–10 seconds) and lengthen by about 5 seconds.
- Empty the pot completely into a fair cup each round.
Use this as a guide, not a rule; play with time and amount until it suits you.
Storage
Store airtight in the refrigerator, away from strong-smelling food. Allow the bag to come to room temperature before opening.
About the Leaf
These can show up now and then:
- Some stems and broken pieces: normal for hand-sorted loose oolong, and they brew just as well.
