2014 Aged Blended Da Hong Pao (2014 Spring)
Yang Jie
- Type
- Oolong Tea
- Origin
- Wuyishan, Nanping, Fujian Province, China
- Cultivar
- Shui Xian and Qi Zhong
- Elevation
- 280m
- Steeping instructions
- Water temperature: 100°C / 212°F. - Full packet (8.3 g : 110 ml): 3 flash infusions, then 5–10s; +5–10s per round. - Partial packet (1 g : 25 ml): Start at 10s; +5–10s per infusion.
- Description
- This aged Da Hong Pao was produced in 2014 using tea leaves from the Ban Yan (半岩, or "half-rock") growing area of the Wuyi Mountains. The original blend featured Shui Xian and Qi Zhong as its primary components, sourced from established ecological tea gardens. Initially charcoal-roasted at a medium level, the tea has undergone years of aging, gradually transforming its roasted character into a mellower, more integrated profile. The dry leaves are tightly twisted, with an aged fragrance that has replaced much of the initial charcoal aroma. The brewed liquor is amber in color, offering a smooth, rounded texture, gentle sweetness, and lingering aged notes. According to the producer, the tea retains a lively character despite its maturity, with a soft yet substantial mouthfeel. This tea illustrates how time can reshape Wuyi rock oolong, allowing its roasted aromas to mellow while developing the depth and complexity characteristic of well-aged Da Hong Pao.
Shipped in December 2026
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