2023 spring Lao Cong Ya Shi Xiang from old bushes, roasted several times to a heavy level.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2023 Spring · Phoenix Dan Cong oolong (Fenghuang, Chaozhou) · Heavy roast · our A++++ grade · Sample 7g to 1000g
- Dry leaf: Strong, neat, tightly rolled threads.
- Taste: A hint of spice with sweetness underneath; mellow from the roast, thick from older bushes.
- Mouthfeel & body: Thick.
- Aftertaste: Long-lasting.
- Best for: Stepping up your oolong experience; a good next step for a newcomer who wants more depth.
Brewing Guide
- Warm a gaiwan or small teapot and add about 6–7g of leaf per 100ml.
- Use water at 100°C (212°F).
- Give the leaves one fast rinse.
- Start with 5–10 seconds, then add roughly 5 seconds per round.
- Decant fully into a fair cup each time.
Treat these as a starting point and adjust to your taste.
Storage
Store sealed in a cool, dry, dark spot away from strong smells. The roast keeps it stable, so the fridge is not needed.
About the Leaf
You may see some of these; they vary from bag to bag:
- Some stems and broken pieces: normal for hand-sorted loose oolong, and they brew just as well.
- Darker, glossier leaf: this is the roast, not spoilage.
