Fenghuang Shuixian Tea

Fenghuang Shuixian, which originates from the Fenghuang Mountains in Guangdong, China, is a leader among oolong teas. Fenghuang Shuixian tea leaves are plump, dark in color, and have a heavyflavour that lingers after brewing. The taste is mellow and thick, the soup is goldenyellow and bright, and the infused leaf is red, bright, and evenly shaped. Fenghuang Shuixian not only has a unique taste but also contains a wealth of cultural connotations, making it a great choice for appreciating tea.

Fenghuang Shuixian Tea Details:

Product Name: Fenghuang Shuixian Tea
Place of Origin: Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province, China
Net Content: 250g
Shelf Life: 2922 days
Storage: Protect from moisture, odours and direct light

Fenghuang Shuixian Picking:

Our picking standards for Fenghuang Shuixian are very strict: we select the tender shoots after the buds have formed and when the first leaf has unfolded to the middle. The best time to pick is in the afternoon, when the tea leaves are moderately mature and the aroma and taste are at their best. When picking, we require that ‘the sun is not too bright, it is not picked in the morning, and it is not picked when it is drizzling’, to ensure the freshness and quality of the tea.

Fenghuang Shuixian Production:

Sun fixation‌: The freshly picked leaves are spread thinly on a bamboo mat or sun fixation rack to wither in the sun. The degree of sun fixation is determined flexibly according to the weather and the specific conditions of the tea leaves.

Shaking to enhance tea aroma‌: After sun fixation, the tea leaves are shaken and spread out to cool so that the tea reaches the optimum degree of fermentation.

Fixation: The activity of the enzymes is destroyed by high temperatures, which stops fermentation and stabilizes the quality of the tea.

Rolling: The tea leaves are pressed into strips to squeeze out the juice and make the tea more compact and attractive.

Roasting: Roasting is carried out in three stages to achieve the ideal degree of drying and further enhance the aroma of the tea.

Fenghuang Shuixian Brewing Method:

1. Warming the cups: Choose a purple clay pot or a covered bowl as the main brewing vessel, and warm the lid with boiling water in advance.
   
2. Add tea leaves‌ to the teapot: Add tea leaves to the teapot at a ratio of 1/3 to 1/2 of the capacity of the teapot, adjusting according to the tightness of the tea leaves and personal taste.
   
3. Pouring water‌: Use 100°C boiling water and slowly pour it along the edge of the teaware to avoid directly impacting the tea leaves.
4. ‌Pouring out the tea‌: Pour out the tea no more than 3 seconds after the first infusion. The time for subsequent infusions can be extended appropriately, but not for too long, to avoid the tea broth becoming bitter.
   
5. Tea-tasting‌: Observe the colour of the tea broth, lightly smell the tea aroma, savour the tea flavour, and experience the unique charm of Fenghuang Shuixian.

Characteristics of Fenghuang Shuixian:

Dried tea: The dried tea leaves of Fenghuang Shuixian are straight, plump, and have a yellowish-brown colour like eel skin. They are shiny and oily, and some have cinnabar-like spots. The overall appearance is slender and even, and it gives off a natural floral fragrance.

Soup colour: After brewing, the soup of Fenghuang Shuixian tea is clear and orangeyellow, and a goldenyellow ring will appear along the side of the bowl, as attractive as a gemstone. It is highly translucent and gives a visual treat.

Aroma: Fenghuang Shuixian tea has a unique natural floral aroma that is long-lasting and refined. Some also have a woodsy aroma that is reminiscent of the mountains, which makes people feel carefree and happy, as if they were in the mountains.

Flavour: Fenghuang Shuixian tea has a mellow and thick, sweet and refreshing flavour with a strong aftertaste. With every sip, you can feel the rich layers and delicate texture of the tea in your mouth.

Infused leaf: The brewed leaves are fat, thick, and soft, with a vermilion rim and a bright yellow centre. The whole is even and beautiful, with red edges on the green leaves, like a work of art.

Fenghuang Shuixian Benefits:

Refreshing‌: Fenghuang Shuixian tea is rich in caffeine, which can stimulate the central nervous system, improve alertness and concentration, help refresh the mind, and increase work efficiency.

‌Anti-oxidation‌: The polyphenols in Fenghuang Shuixian tea have a strong anti-oxidation effect, which can remove free radicals in the body, delay the aging process of cells, and prevent various diseases.

‌Lowers blood lipids‌: Tea polyphenols and caffeine help lower cholesterol levels, prevent atherosclerosis, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

‌Helps with weight loss‌: Polyphenols and caffeine can promote metabolism, improve fat burning efficiency, help reduce weight, and control body fat.

‌Enhances immunity‌: Some components of Fenghuang Shuixian tea also have the effect of enhancing the body's immunity and helping the body resist external aggression.