Rou Gui Dark Roast Oolong Rock Tea from Wuyi Mountains

Description

Rou Gui is the most premium grade Oolong rock tea from Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China. It is also considered one of the most gourmet Oolongs in both China and across the world. Rou Gui has complex and multi-layer flavor notes with a slight spice and noticeable sweetness.

This private estate selection derives from an old tea tree farm in the Wuyi Mountains Niu Lan Keng area. Tea crops in this area are know for being particularly lush due to positioning on the western side of the mountains. The soil in this area is also rich in red clay and minerals. There are nearby streams with fresh mountain water that flow directly into this growing area.

The farm which this tea was sourced produces only small batch, gourmet Rou Gui Oolong rock teas. The selection here is their most prized product that has one several local competitions. This selection has very good Cha Qi ‘Tea Qi’ that is both strong, yet comfortable.

• Tea Region: Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China. Niu Lan Keng area.
• Season: Spring 2024
• Cha Qi: Strong Tea Qi that is comforting and not overwhelming.
• Caffeine Level:  Low to mid caffeine.
• Time of Day to Drink: Morning, Afternoon and Early Evening.
• Hand Picked Tea: Yes.
• Forest Tea: Yes.
• Tea Quality: Gourmet level, Competition Grade.
• Flavor: Slightly sweet, Hints of cinnamon,
• Single Origin Tea: Yes.
• Tea Steep Method: 4-5 grams steeped for 20-30 seconds.
• Qi Strength: Medium Qi.
• Attributes: Organic. Gourmet Tea. Low Acidity.