Mi Lan Xiang Dan Cong Oolong 2013 – Oolong Tea in 100g wafers – Old Feng Huang Tea Plants

Origin: Chaozhou, Guangdong, China

Special Features: This exceptional semi-oxidized Oolong tea comes from old Dan Cong tea trees grown in the Feng Huang Mountains (Phoenix Mountains), an iconic terroir of the Chaozhou region. Presented here in a 100-gram compressed slab, this 2013 Mi Lan Xiang ("Fragrance of Honey and Orchid") reveals all the complexity of a naturally aged tea, crafted using traditional artisanal methods.

Packaging: 100 gram compressed slab, ideal for long-term storage and harmonious development of aromas.

Aromatic Notes: This Olong Mi Lan Xiang brick develops a floral and gourmand fragrance dominated by notes of orchid, wild honey and vanilla, enveloped by fruity aromas of ripe mango, white peach and dried apricot. Delicate herbaceous nuances of wild mint and sage enrich the liqueur, giving it a balancing freshness. Each infusion reveals a complex, ample and elegant liqueur, which evolves with finesse and depth over time.

Properties: Thanks to its low oxidation rate, this Dan Cong tea retains vegetal freshness, fruity depth, and a sophisticated floral texture. Aged for over 10 years under ideal conditions, it develops more mature and woody aromas while preserving its expressive character. It is an ideal tea for lovers of distinctive vintages, to be enjoyed mindfully during moments of calm and meditation.

Dosage: Use 7 to 8 grams of tea for about ten infusions using the Gongfu Cha method. Each infusion reveals a new dimension of its aromas, from floral to fruity, including spicy and toasted notes.

Preparation: Use low-mineral spring water.
Infusion temperature: 100°C.

• First infusion: 6 seconds (to awaken the leaves)
• Second infusion: 10 seconds
• Third infusion: 15 seconds
• Subsequent infusions: add 10 seconds to each infusion.

For a more intense experience, some enthusiasts steep for 2 to 3 minutes to achieve a fuller-bodied flavor and a more pronounced Hui Gan (aftertaste).

Taste: The liqueur offers a complex aromatic palette, both floral and fruity: orchid, wisteria, tiare flower, enhanced by notes of melting mango, vanilla, toasted hazelnut, and roasted apricot. The finish is sweet and persistent, slightly woody, with a subtle minty freshness.

Tonalities: A clear liqueur with amber-gold highlights, bright and limpid, reflecting refined maturation.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and odors. This pack improves with age.

Best before: Ideally within 5 to 8 years, but can be stored and evolved well beyond that if stored in good conditions.