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Rou Gui from Fo Guo Yan (2023 Spring)

Rou Gui from Fo Guo Yan (2023 Spring)

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Type
Oolong Tea
Origin
Fo Guo Yan, Wuyishan National Park, Wuyishan, Fujian Province, China
Cultivar
Rou Gui
Elevation
300-400 m
Steeping instructions
Portion: Each packet contains 7 grams of tea, intended for a single serving. Water Temperature: Use boiling water at 100°C (212°F) for all infusions. Vessel: A 110ml gaiwan is traditionally used in Wuyishan for tea evaluation and is recommended for steeping rock tea. A gaiwan allows for faster pouring and enhances the experience of smelling the tea's aroma, making it preferable to a teapot. Steeping: - If using the entire 7g portion in a 110ml gaiwan, start with flash steeping (quick pour and strain) for the first three infusions, gradually increasing the steeping time with each round. - Alternatively, use a tea-to-water ratio of 1g per 22ml. Start with a 5-second steep, then increase the steeping time by 5 seconds or more with each subsequent infusion.
Description
Rou Gui (肉桂), meaning “cassia” in Chinese, is one of the most iconic and widely appreciated Wuyi rock teas, alongside Da Hong Pao and Shui Xian. First developed during the Qing Dynasty over a century ago, Rou Gui is prized for its cultivar-specific fragrance and aging potential. Its name reflects the tea's characteristic aromatic resemblance to Chinese cinnamon (cassia), and since the 1980s, it has become well-established throughout the Wuyishan region. This batch was harvested in spring 2023 from Fo Guo Yan (佛国岩)—a scenic and historically significant cliffside garden located within the Zheng Yan (正岩) core of Wuyishan National Park. At an elevation of 300–400 meters, the tea garden benefits from mineral-rich soil, a cliffside microclimate, and the biodiversity of this protected natural environment. The tea was processed using traditional charcoal roasting techniques and brought to a medium-full roast level. This level of roast allows the tea to stabilize well for aging while maintaining the distinct characteristics of the Rou Gui cultivar.

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