2011 SPRING MT. WUDONG IMPERIAL DA WU YE (BIG BLACK LEAF) PHOENIX DANCONG OOLONG

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.

1 Tasting Note

RachanaC (Rachel)-iHeartTeas

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 clearly a lot more complex with a number of unique flavor profiles combining to make the cup. Also, the floral aspect was dramatically less than the first steep. However, the overall cup was more full in body. A very interesting cup indeed. I enjoyed this so much based on the fact that it can change so much from one steep to the next. Very exciting when even a cup of tea can hold your interest.

Added Notes (Hubby): The aroma of fields in spring. First steep was very weak. Second steep was a lot more complex in flavor but still a little weak for his palate.

2012-09-13 15:32:09 -0400

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