{"title":"Anxi Oolong","description":"\u003cp\u003eFloral, creamy, and layered. Anxi oolong is often introduced through Tieguanyin, but the region is not defined by a single name. In Longjuan and the surrounding mountain areas, different cultivars like Tieguanyin, Ben Shan, Mao Xie, Huang Jin Gui  pass through closely related processes, yet settle into distinct expressions once finished. Tieguanyin, in its more traditional strip style, opens slowly, with a restrained floral tone and a firmer aftertaste. Huang Jin Gui sits higher in aroma. Ben Shan and Mao Xie fall between these directions, shaped as much by processing as by cultivar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur selection comes from long-term work with the same producers in Anxi. We do not change sources each season. What is offered here reflects continuity — of place, of handling, and of judgement over time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"frog-leg-tie-guan-yin","title":"Ha Ma Tui Tie Guan Yin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrigine : \u003c\/span\u003e Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting area : \u003c\/span\u003e An Xi county (Jing Tea Shop farm, single parcel)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlantation altitude : \u003c\/span\u003e ~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting : \u003c\/span\u003e Spring 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTea varietal : \u003c\/span\u003e Tie Guan Yin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCertification : \u003c\/span\u003e EU-compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe call the Hong Xin Tieguanyin from our Anxi Long Juan garden “Ha Ma Tui” — Frog Legs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy such a name, you ask?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBack in the 1960s, the hallmark of traditional Tieguanyin craftsmanship was precisely this — “Dragonfly Head, Frog Legs.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally processed, shaped and roasted with hard-wood charcoal. The roasting is medium-high and it took a good half year before we found the tea to be ready for consumption. The roasting brings a lovely honey layer with a mild sweetness. The liquor is full-bodied, rounded and soft. The tea evolves nicely along the brews to release an elegant flowery layer. Nice length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTeaware : \u003c\/span\u003e Duan Ni, Hei Ni, Xiao Hong Ni, Pin Zi Ni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWater temperature : \u003c\/span\u003e 90-95C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage : \u003c\/span\u003e Drink now and through 2029\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":30379775131701,"sku":null,"price":13.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":30379775164469,"sku":null,"price":26.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jingteashop-oolongtea-longjuan-2016hamatui01.jpg?v=1725914040"},{"product_id":"ancient-taste-tie-guan-yin","title":"Lao Wei Dao Tie Guan Yin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrigine : \u003c\/span\u003e Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting area : \u003c\/span\u003e An Xi county (Jing Tea Shop farm, single parcel)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlantation altitude : \u003c\/span\u003e ~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting : \u003c\/span\u003e Spring 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTea varietal : \u003c\/span\u003e Tie Guan Yin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCertification : \u003c\/span\u003e EU-compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBack to An Xi old times! Processed as it used to be processed back in the old days, we decided to call this batch of tie guan yin \"Ancient taste\". Looking like a Wu Yi oolong tea, the tea exhibits all the main characters from the famous varietal: slight acidity and flowery aftertaste. The roasting level is high and is present in the mouth with a layer of toasted bread like aromas. The tea is full-bodied with a low sweetness and it needs a couple of brews to start showing his profile. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Tie Guan Yin has been roasted enough so that it will be able to age without the need of another roasting session for quite a few years. We recommend to use Gong Fu style brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTeaware : \u003c\/span\u003e Duan Ni, Hei Ni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWater temperature : \u003c\/span\u003e 90-95C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage : \u003c\/span\u003e Drink now and through 2029\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":30379858722869,"sku":null,"price":10.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":43588039704753,"sku":null,"price":18.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/products\/anxi-oolong-tea-ATTGY.jpg?v=1570526301"},{"product_id":"shui-wa-xiang-tie-guan-yin","title":"Shui Wu Xiang Jin Guan Yin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrigine:\u003c\/span\u003e Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting area : \u003c\/span\u003e An Xi county (Jing Tea Shop farm, single parcel)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePlantation altitude : \u003c\/span\u003e ~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eHarvesting : \u003c\/span\u003e Spring 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTea varietal : \u003c\/span\u003e Jin Guan Yin\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCertification : \u003c\/span\u003e EU-compliant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJin Guan Yin is known for its rich, perfumed fragrance — yet we gave it a name that moves in the opposite direction: Shui Wu Xiang, Water Has No Fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA name that speaks in reverse: to find fullness through quietude, and purity through restraint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis variety was first established on our farm in 2008. Over time, through the steady hands of our tea masters and the patient art of wood charcoal roasting, it evolved along an ancient path. We sought to quiet the misplaced exuberance once attached to this tea — leaving only the essence of true fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen scent no longer proclaims itself, depth arises from stillness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShui Wu Xiang embodies cultivation, restraint, and clarity — for only when all excess fades does true character reveal itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the Shui Wu Xiang Jin Guan Yin, we are happy to offer an alternative to the medium and heavily roasted Jin Guan Yin. This oolong is reminiscent of the green tie guan yin fashion from a few years back but with a bit more fermentation and longer wood charcoal roasting. The result is a tea that starts out quiet on the floral and milky side with hints of honey and pass the mid mouth section, flowers aromas are developing. After a few brews, the delicate white flowers taste dominate and the tea offers a good length with a smooth medium body and a mild sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTeaware : \u003c\/span\u003e Duan Ni, Hei Ni, Xio Hong Ni, Ben Shan Lu\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWater temperature : \u003c\/span\u003e 90-95C\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":40592656859313,"sku":null,"price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":40592667902129,"sku":null,"price":36.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/products\/JingTea-swTGY.jpg?v=1629785086"},{"product_id":"anxi-rou-gui-oolong-tea","title":"Da Ping Rou Gui","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Da Ping Village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e~1000 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpring 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rou Gui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the brilliance of Wuyi Rougui, its lesser-known sibling—Minnan Rougui—stands quietly in the shadows, unassuming but no less remarkable. Introduced to the southern mountains of Anxi’s Daping Township in the 1970s, this variety took root amidst the lush greenery of Minnan’s peaks and valleys. Decades have passed, but its distinct character—aromatic, smooth, and resilient to multiple infusions—has never wavered. What makes this tea even more special is its origin: the tea garden of our old friend, Uncle Zhang, a master craftsman whose deft hands and deep knowledge of traditional roasting techniques have preserved the soul of this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUncle Zhang knows tea like an old friend. For decades, he has worked alongside the mountains and the fire, blending the gifts of Daping’s terrain with his honed skills. His tea garden, perched on the thousand-meter-high mountain, thrives in a misty, temperate climate that infuses the leaves with vitality and imparts a distinctive mountain terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe process is meticulous. Uncle Zhang adheres to the twelve traditional steps of Minnan oolong tea-making, finishing each batch with careful, manual roasting. It’s this fire that transforms the floral and fruity aromas typical of oolong into the signature gingery fragrance unique to Minnan Rougui. Unlike the robust and restrained profile of Wuyi Rougui, Daping Rougui presents itself with a brighter, more fragrant character and a velvety smoothness that dances on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dried leaves, tightly curled and dark, release a bold gingery aroma with just a hint of smokiness when held to the nose. When steeped in hot water, the liquor glows a golden amber, clear and inviting. One sip, and the flavors unfold: the tea’s sweetness and richness intermingle in a silken embrace, leaving behind a lingering fragrance that clings to the tongue long after. Even after ten infusions, the tea remains steadfast in its flavor and fragrance—a testament to its quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing Minnan Rougui is a ritual, a joy in itself. Measure 7.5 grams of tea leaves, heat water to a rolling boil, and pour from a height to awaken the leaves. For the first four infusions, keep it quick—pour in, pour out. The goal is to capture a tea liquor that’s clean, bright, and fragrant. From the fifth infusion onward, extend the steeping time by 3–5 seconds with each brew, allowing the leaves to slowly unfurl and release their deeper, more complex notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinnan Rougui is unpretentious but unforgettable. It holds within it the spirit of the land, the whispers of mist-laden mornings, and the labor of a craftsman who has dedicated his life to his tea. In every golden sip, you’ll taste not just the tea but the mountain, the fire, and the soul of tradition itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jingteashop.com\/blogs\/tea-times-with-jing\/an-xi-da-ping-rou-gui\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 5px 10px; background-color: #000000; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px; font-weight: bold; box-shadow: 2px 2px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2); margin-right: 15px;\"\u003eRead the tasting notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":43366608371889,"sku":null,"price":11.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":43366608404657,"sku":null,"price":21.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250gr pouch","offer_id":43366608437425,"sku":null,"price":50.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/1-01.jpg?v=1707734291"},{"product_id":"oolong-mao-xie","title":"Da Ping Mao Xie","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine :\u003c\/strong\u003e Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area :\u003c\/strong\u003e Da Ping Village\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude :\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1200 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting :\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Mao Xie\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMao Xie tea, originally from Daqiulun in Fumei Village, Daping Township, Anxi County, is celebrated for its high yield and excellent quality. Over time, it has spread to regions like Daping and Huqiu, but this batch is special—it comes from the tea garden of Uncle Zhang, a long-time friend of our tea house. Nestled deep in the mountains, his tea garden is a product of years of care and dedication. Uncle Zhang is a master tea maker, skilled in traditional roasting techniques, with a craft that speaks of decades of experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor decades, Uncle Zhang has worked with tea, treating the mountains as his companions and fire as his confidant. He blends Daping’s natural gifts with his own expertise, perfecting every leaf with care. His tea garden, perched at an altitude of 1,000 meters, is surrounded by mist and nourished by a gentle, humid climate. These ideal conditions infuse the tea leaves with the spirit of the mountains, giving this Mao Xie a unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn crafting his tea, Uncle Zhang follows the traditional twelve-step process with precision, finishing each batch with hand-roasting techniques that deepen its flavors and aromas. This Daping Mao Xie is known for its distinct \"Guanyin fragrance\"—a high, clean aroma with a hint of sweetness and a trace of jasmine. The tea liquor is a soft green, smooth and silky on the palate. Its rich, full-bodied taste lingers long after each sip, leaving a refined and elegant aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking this Mao Xie is more than enjoying tea; it’s experiencing the soul of the mountains and the heart of the maker. Every sip carries a story of dedication, nature, and craft—simple yet deeply moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTeaware :\u003c\/span\u003e Duan Ni, Hei Ni, Xiao Hong Ni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWater temperature :\u003c\/span\u003e 90-95C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003ePairing : \u003c\/span\u003eLight seafood dishes such as steamed fish or shrimp, mild cow cheese, vegetarian dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"100g pouch","offer_id":44608628883633,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g pouch","offer_id":44608628916401,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jingteashop-oolongtea-daping-maoxie01_e6bf44f7-1535-45fd-b3b3-bf0bc2a9a80e.jpg?v=1725912393"},{"product_id":"2014-tie-guan-yin-oolong-tea","title":"2014 Anxi Traditional Tie Guan Yin","description":"\u003cp\u003eHailing from Jing Tea Shop’s farm in Anxi County, Fujian Province, this Tie Guan Yin Oolong tea was harvested in the spring of 2014. Grown at an elevation of approximately 800 meters above sea level, this single-parcel tea embodies the essence of its origin with every cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry leaves release a subtle acidity reminiscent of dried cranberries and apricots, enriched by deeper herbal notes that offer a warmly inviting initial impression. A brief rinse with boiling water reveals a profound aroma, evolving to include hints of cereal husks and the distinctive scent of traditional Chinese sticky rice paper. As the tea cools, it develops a bread-like aroma while retaining a lingering sweet and sour essence akin to salted plums and starfruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup, the tea soup presents a restrained yet comforting fragrance, blending dried plums and roasted barley. On the palate, the tea liquor is exceptionally smooth and mellow, providing a rich, textured sensation. With its distinct fruity acidity, characteristic of aged Anxi Oolong teas, it offers a refreshing experience that stimulates the taste buds and leaves a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eCERTIFIED EU STANDARDS\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eTeaware :\u003c\/span\u003e glassware, Duan Ni, Hei Ni\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWater temperature :\u003c\/span\u003e 90-95C\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStorage :\u003c\/span\u003e Drink now and through 2029\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eFood pairing : \u003c\/span\u003eAlmond crusted salmon\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50g pouch","offer_id":44608668336305,"sku":null,"price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g pouch","offer_id":44608668369073,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jingteashop-oolongtea-longjuan-2014TraGuanyin01.jpg?v=1725912649"},{"product_id":"long-juan-rou-gui","title":"Long Juan Rou Gui","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long Juan Village\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Spring 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Rou Gui\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Rou Gui is on our own Longjuan slopes, made in a more Min Bei-style oolong approach. The dry leaves smell of roast, 糯米纸 sticky rice candy wrappers, a whisper of powdery warmth, soft cinnamon sweetness, and faint peachy tartness. Hot, the lid releases notes of milk, ripe peach, and dry zongye. Once cool, the scent shifts—boiled zongye, cinnamon, gardenia, moss, and just a trace of thick rice broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hot liquor is full-bodied, yet supple. Clear in its astringency, shaped with spice. Cooled, the mouthfeel grows denser. There’s a sweet crunch of white peach, grounded by a more forceful cinnamon. Bamboo leaf, sun-dried wild herbs, even a trace of licorice root and wood sap. The after taste feels sweet and long-lingering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":46279959183537,"sku":null,"price":14.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":46279959216305,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jing-tea-shop-anxi-oolong-rou-gui.jpg?v=1759440536"},{"product_id":"long-juan-ben-shan","title":"Long Juan Ben Shan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long Juan Village\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude\u003c\/strong\u003e: ~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e: Autumn 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ben Shan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few years ago, I told my tea maker partner I wanted to create a “Book of Return” for Anxi’s original cultivars. He simply nodded. That was all I needed. He understood. So we began quietly, retracing the mountain paths, finding the old bushes around our gardens—Anxi’s native oolongs, never renamed, never replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ben Shan, harvested in autumn 2024 from Longjuan, is one of those old trees—rooted deep, steady in spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe walked the old path again: proper fermentation to temper the florals, hand-rolling back to its “frog leg” form to seal in the juice, and three rounds of low-temperature roasting—slow and patient—to let the aroma sink deep into the leaves, and the fire into the bones. The result? A tea that doesn’t float on fragrance, nor drown in roast.\u003cbr\u003eIt’s clean, vibrant, with structure and rhythm—like someone graceful, but grounded. Composed, yet full of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople often mistake Ben Shan for Tieguanyin at first sip. But sit down, take your time, compare it closely—and it will quietly tell you who it is. Ben Shan once stood side-by-side with Tieguanyin in Anxi’s glory days. Now, after years in retreat, we invite it to return—under its true name, on its own terms. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jingteashop.com\/blogs\/tea-times-with-jing\/an-xi-da-ping-rou-gui\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 5px 10px; background-color: #000000; color: #fff; border-radius: 5px; font-weight: bold; box-shadow: 2px 2px 5px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2); margin-right: 15px;\"\u003eRead the tasting notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":46279993655473,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":46279993688241,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jing-tea-shop-anxi-oolong-ben-shan.jpg?v=1759440720"},{"product_id":"long-juan-mei-zhan","title":"Long Juan Mei Zhan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine \u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area \u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long Juan Village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude \u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting \u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Autumn\u003c\/span\u003e 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal \u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mei Zhan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMei Zhan, small-leaf, semi-arbor cultivar native to Anxi. Tall in form and steady in temperament, Meizhan grows more layered with age — its depth unfolding, year by year. Though born in Anxi, Meizhan has since traveled far — reaching Wuyi and beyond, appearing in many forms: oolong, rock tea, red tea, even green. Yet it is within oolong that Meizhan speaks most fluently — across both northern and southern Fujian styles, each offering its own expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eThis particular Meizhan is grown on its ancestral land: Anxi. Scattered along the periphery of our Longjuan tea garden, these bushes predate the widespread planting of Tieguanyin. They were planted by my partner’s grandparents over sixty years ago. Now deeply rooted and richly branched, they continue to sprout with quiet persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003ePersonally, I believe Meizhan needs ample roast to express itself fully — medium-strong to strong fire works best. 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On closer inhale, you might catch a soft tang — like the gently tart finish of \u003cem data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eyangmei\u003c\/em\u003e (Chinese bayberry)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jing Tea Shop","offers":[{"title":"50gr pouch","offer_id":46280016462001,"sku":null,"price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100gr pouch","offer_id":46280016494769,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0274\/0309\/2021\/files\/jing-tea-shop-anxi-oolong-mei-zhan.jpg?v=1759440904"},{"product_id":"long-juan-huang-jin-gui","title":"Long Juan Huang Jin Gui","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigine\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFu Jian province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting area\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Long Juan Village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation altitude\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e~800 above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Spring\u003c\/span\u003e 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea varietal\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Huang Dan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHuang Dan (better known as Huang Jin Gui) from my Anxi Long Juan tea farm, crafted and shaped in the traditional manner, in both form and spirit. 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Over time, it branched into numerous subtypes — Jinmian Qilan, Man Qilan, Xiaoye Qilan, Zhuye Qilan, and others. Distinct in character yet historically overshadowed, Qilan never held the spotlight in Anxi. That space belonged to Tieguanyin, whose thunderous acclaim left little room for other voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"871\" data-start=\"539\"\u003eQilan is part of this quieter cohort — not nameless, but long unspoken for. While it remained muted in its native hills, it found second life elsewhere. Southward in Pinghe and Zhangzhou, it reinvented itself as Baiya Qilan. Northward, it took on the guise of rock tea in Wuyi, regaining favor through a new terroir and temperament.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1347\" data-start=\"873\"\u003eThis particular Qilan comes from original Man Qilan stock — old bushes planted by my partner’s grandfather’s generation in our Longjuan tea garden. 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