Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong

For tea enthusiasts: Experience bold floral notes and lingering sweetness from Chaozhou’s 300-year-old gardens. Limited spring harvest—order now.
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Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong

$19.80

Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong

$19.80
Weight: 100 grams

Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong

Flavor Story

Experience the floral elegance of Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong, a semi-oxidized oolong tea from Chaozhou’s Phoenix Mountain. This exceptional tea combines night-blooming jasmine notes with creamy gardenia and a mineral backbone, culminating in a honeycomb sweetness that lingers on the palate.

Our 2025 batch, crafted using deep roasting curve technology and sourced from core production areas, represents the pinnacle of flavor. Once sold out, this batch will be removed from our shelves—a true limited edition for discerning tea enthusiasts.

Night-Blooming Jasmine Gardenia & Mineral Honeycomb Sweetness Limited Edition

Origin & Legacy

Location: Chaozhou, Guangdong (23.65°N, 116.63°E)

Name Story: In 1910, farmers named it "Duck Shit Aroma" to protect their prized tea groves from thieves.

Terroir: Over 200 frost-free days, pH 5.2-6.0 red soil, and 800m altitude create ideal conditions for tea cultivation.

Core Excellence

Handcrafted Precision

18-hour solar withering on bamboo trays

42% oxidation level (optimal for floral retention)

6-stage roasting from 65°C to 110°C

Multi-Brew Versatility

Enjoy 8+ infusions with consistent flavor

Cold brewing yields 12hr+ lasting aroma

Tasting Notes

Tasting Journey

Stage Description Sensation Time
First Sip Explosion of night-blooming jasmine 0-3 seconds
Mid-Palate Creamy gardenia with mineral backbone 4-7 seconds
Finish Honeycomb sweetness lingering 8+ seconds

Expert Note: The 5th infusion reveals hidden osmanthus notes—a signature of 50+ year-old tea trees.

Brewing Guide

Hot Brew (Gongfu Style)
Parameter Ideal Range Effect
Water TDS 50-60ppm Preserves delicate esters
Temperature 95°C (203°F) Extracts 89% aromatic compounds
Leaf/Water Ratio 1:30 ISO 3103 standard compliance
Steeping Time 10s → +5s per infusion Controls tannin release
Cold Brew

Method: 5g leaves + 500ml spring water. Refrigerate for 4 hours.

Pro Tip: Add 1 drop of lime juice to enhance floral perception by 22% 

Craftsmanship Process

Sun Withering

Afternoon-picked leaves (one bud with two to three leaves) are thinly spread and sun-dried for 15-20 minutes, losing 10-15% of their moisture. This activates enzyme activity.

Airing

The leaves are spread out in a ventilated area for 2 hours to balance moisture and promote the formation of aromatic compounds.

Shaking & Tossing

Leaves undergo 3-4 rounds of gentle tossing with gradually increasing force, allowing for slight edge oxidation. This is followed by 5-7 rounds of shaking, each spaced 1 hour apart, to transform the aroma from "green grassiness" to "floral and fruity."

Killing Green

Leaves are quickly stir-fried at high temperatures (220-250°C) to halt oxidation and fix the aroma.

Rolling

Manual or mechanical rolling forms tight pellets and releases pectin.

First Baking

Initial baking at 80-90°C for 2 hours removes moisture and begins shaping the tea.

Second Baking

Low-temperature slow baking (60-70°C) for 8-12 hours deepens the aroma and creates a "ripe fruit + caramel sweetness" complex flavor.

Brewing Guide for Western Palates

Brewing Essentials

Teaware: Use a thin-walled white porcelain gaiwan (100-120ml) to concentrate aroma. A Zhuni clay teapot is also suitable for enhancing body.

Water & Temperature: Spring water from Phoenix Mountain or similar mineral content is ideal. Use boiling water (100°C) for optimal aroma extraction.

Tea-to-Water Ratio: 8-10g of tea per 100-120ml of water (1:20 ratio).

Steps:

  1. Warm the teaware and briefly rinse the tea to awaken its flavor.
  2. For the first infusion, steep for 10 seconds and then increase by 5-10 seconds for each subsequent brew.
  3. Enjoy 5-8 infusions, with the 3rd to 5th infusions offering the most balanced flavor profile.

Shipping Information

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  • Processing Time: Orders are shipped from our warehouse within 1–4 business days, Monday–Friday, after payment and delivery address verification.

Returns Policy

  • Tea Products: Tea cannot be returned as it is a food product. We recommend trying smaller sample sizes to ensure satisfaction before committing to larger bulk sizes.

  • Steepware Returns: For unopened/unused Steepware, we offer store credit (minus the cost of return shipping) within 30 days of your delivery date.

  • Incorrect or Damaged Items: If you received an incorrect or damaged item, please contact us via call or email within 30 days of your delivery date, and we will rectify the problem immediately!

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