Gentle orchid aroma and aftertaste, soft but broad texture

Our Shui Xian comes from ancient trees in the most prestigious top terroir in Wu Yi Shan. Teas made from older Shui Xian trees are designated as Gao Cong (40-60 years old) and Lao Cong (above 60 years old). Well-made Gao Cong and Lao Cong have a highly prized mossy/woodsy note called Cong Wei that connoisseurs seek after.

Shui Xian is the Chinese name of Narcissus tazetta, commonly known as a daffodil in English. It is one of the most popular varietals in Wu Yi Shan and is one of the oldest and most stable varietals throughout southern China.

Shui Xian is known for having an impressively soft and broad body with a substantial downward mouthfeel. In comparison to other varietals, Shui Xian has a more subdued aroma. We taste delicate orchids in both aroma and aftertaste. Because of the age of the trees, our Shui Xian has the highly prized mossy/woodsy notes (Cong Wei) that connoisseurs seek after.

Yan Cha tea is made with only the leaves, making it one of the latest teas to be harvested each year, with Ban Yan picking time around early to mid-April and Zheng Yan early May. Our Shui Xian is made from three to five leaves in Zheng Yan terroir. Shui Xian has one of the largest and thickest leaves of all Yan Cha varietals, enabling it to withstand a more thorough roasting.

Health benefits: includes Catechins and Epicatechins which are antioxidants. These compounds belong to a group of plant chemicals called Flavonoids. This oolong tea is rich in polyphenols, a natural antioxidant. The amino acid L- Theanine is also present. Caffeine is present.