Wuyi Oolong (Shui Xian)

Wuyi Mountains in the prefecture of Nanping in Fujian, China are known as the birthplace of Oolong teas. Shui Xian cultivar meaning Narcissus or Water Sprite of Camellia sinensis grow high on the steep rocky mountainside evoking a unique Thérroir of the famed Wuyi Mountains. Shui Xian is classically toasted to a deep delicious caramelized aroma, color and taste with a sweet honey narcissus aftertaste. Unplug with a Gaiwan of Wuyi to reconnect to your core.

Taste

Classic toasted taste of Shui Xian varietal with honeysweet Narcissus floral notes, raisin and sweet lingering finish. A deep caramelized Oolong as a perfect after dinner digestive with sweet finish to substitute and satisfy instead of dessert.

Origin

Famed Wuyi Mountains formed by volcanic activity into rocky steep and mineral rich terrain that is shrouded in fog to develop the unique Thérroir of Organic Wuyi Oolong.

Infusion

Gaiwan Ritual: Fill 60% of Gaiwan with tea and draw fresh spring water to 93*C. Infuse 1st - 1min. 2nd - 20 secs. 3rd - 50 secs. 4th - 2mins. and subsequent as well.

Small teapot ritual: 1Tbsp per 250ml. teapot of 93*C fresh drawn and boiled spring water. Infuse 1st - 3 to 4 mins. 2nd - 5mins.

Ingredient

Certified Organic Wuyi Oolong from Fujian.