Shuiliandong Rougui | Enchanting Wuyi Rock Tea

Origin: Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area, Danxia Landform
Harvest: Spring 2024, Single Season
Processing: Traditional Charcoal Roasting
Net Weight: 54g
Brewing Vessel: 120ml Gaiwan
Tea-to-Water Ratio: One serving per brew
Water Type: Purified or Mountain Spring Water
Water Temperature: 95°C or above

Aromatic Profile | Rich & Multidimensional

Shuiliandong Rougui presents an exquisite and complex fragrance that evolves with each infusion. The first impression is a delicate floral-fruity aroma, light and refreshing, subtly weaving through the air. As the scent deepens, the tea’s signature cinnamon spice emerges, layered with a creamy richness, creating an aromatic experience that is both bold and elegant.

Full-Bodied, Spicy, and Long-Lasting Sweetness

Upon the first sip, the smooth and full-bodied liquor spreads across the tongue, delivering a refined silky texture that feels like a feast for the taste buds. A mild spicy warmth gradually develops, stimulating the palate and awakening the senses. The tea finishes with a lingering, refreshing sweetness (hui gan) that persists, leaving behind a satisfying aftertaste that is both invigorating and comforting.

Brewing Method

• Pouring Technique: Start with a high pour and low dribble in the early infusions to enhance the aroma.
• Steeping Time: Keep infusions short and precise, ensuring the tea liquor is fully drained before the next brew.
• Later Infusions: After the seventh infusion, slightly extend the steeping time to extract the deeper layers of flavor.

Visual & Textural Profile

• Dry Leaves: Tightly curled, compact, and well-defined; grayish-brown with an oily sheen and subtle ruby undertones.
• Tea Liquor: Bright golden-orange, clear and luminous.
• Aroma: A harmonious blend of cinnamon spice, honeyed sweetness, and subtle woody notes, creating a deep and lingering fragrance.
• Wet Leaves: Vibrant golden-yellow, fresh, and elastic, exuding a long-lasting cinnamon, honey, and woody aroma.

Experience the captivating essence of Shuiliandong Rougui, where nature’s artistry and traditional craftsmanship merge into a tea that is both invigorating and unforgettable.