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Wuyi Oolong Jin Mu Dan
Orchid, fragrant grapes, slippery, floral honey, mountain resonance and thick sweetness with medium roast
About This Tea
Originating from a distinguished lineage, Golden Peony was developed through the selective breeding of Tieguanyin as the female tea bush parent and Huangjingui as the male tea bush parent. This hybrid oolong inherits the elegant orchid fragrance of Tieguanyin, resulting in a tea with a naturally enchanting aroma.
The exceptional geological and climatic conditions of the Wuyi mountainous region further enhance the character of Golden Peony rock tea oolong. The tea’s thick and mellow rock essence allows it to embody both fragrance and depth. Its flavor is soft and smooth, with a sweet, lingering essence that envelops the senses and leaves a fragrant aftertaste on the palate.
Golden Peony is grown in the Wuyi mountains, a region famous for producing the esteemed series of oolong teas known as Rock Teas (Yan Cha). Golden Peony and other Wuyi Rock Teas are cherished for their balance and layered flavors—floral, fruity, mineral, and umami—coupled with the complexity of fine tannins and strength. These teas are often compared to fine wines: if Fenghuang Dancong is the Burgundy of tea, then Wuyi Rock Tea is the Bordeaux or Barolo.
There are many unique tasting and experiential descriptors used to describe Wuyi Rock Tea. The “rock bones flowery aroma” (Yan Gu Hua Xiang) of high-quality Wuyi oolong is a captivating sensory experience that melds distinct elements of aroma, taste, and flavor. The rock resonance (Yan Yun) and “rock bones flowery aroma” are hallmarks of Wuyi Rock Tea, shaped by the region’s mineral-rich soil and terroir. This interplay of floral fragrance, sweetness, mineral depth, and savory umami makes Golden Peony a truly exquisite tea experience.
Origin
Wuyi Shan, Fujian, China
Cultivar
Jin Mu Dan (Golden Peony)
Harvest
April 15 – 18, 2025
Elevation
600 meters
Ingredients
Oolong tea
Ingredients
Oolong tea
Origin
Wuyi Shan, Fujian, China
Cultivar
Jin Mu Dan (Golden Peony)
Harvest
April 15 – 18, 2025
Elevation
600 meters
Origin
Wuyi Shan
Fujian, China
Preparation
- Imperial
- Metric
Traditional Tea Preparation
Add 7-8g to a gaiwan or gongfu teapot (per 150mL).
Use 212°F boiling water.
Briefly rinse the tea and discard rinse.
Proceed to infuse 1st brew for 15 seconds.
Infuse 2nd, 3rd and 4th brew for 10-15 seconds.
Repeat several more times at 20-30 seconds, brewing until the flavor and aroma of the tea dissipates. As the tea leaves expand and unfurl, the brewing time may increase to coax out more aroma and flavor. This tea can be brewed several times in one session.
Winter Teas