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Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong Tea Sample (Duck Shit Aroma) - 2024 Aromatic Style

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Watch the Gongfu brewing of our 2024 Premium Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong Oolong Tea – Aromatic Style (aka Duck Shit Aroma)

This tea sample of Ya Shi Xiang (Duck Shit Aroma) Aromatic Style Dan Cong Oolong, sourced from Phoenix Mountain in Guangdong, is a premium Chinese tea celebrated for its distinctive name and exceptional quality.

Characteristics

  • The tea is nicknamed "Duck Shit Aroma" because it is grown in the region's yellow soil, locally called "duck shit soil," and its leaves resemble those of the schefflera plant—a name given by local farmers.
  • It is a semi-fermented Dan Cong Oolong tea, produced using light roasting techniques, placing it in the lightly fragrant category of oolong teas.
  • The dried leaves are thick, full, and glossy, with a smooth, oily texture.
  • When brewed, the tea liquor has a bright golden-yellow color.

Flavor Profile

  • The tea offers a honey-like sweetness, enhanced by subtle notes of ginger flower and a delicate hint of nuttiness.
  • It delivers a rich, invigorating mouthfeel, with gentle layers of flavor and a long, satisfying aftertaste.

Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide

(Traditional Method)

Water Temperature 100°C (212°F)
Tea-to-Water Ratio 8g tea per 160ml water
Steeping Time
Brews 1–3 Steep for 3–5 sec
Brews 4–6 Steep for 5–8 sec
Brews 7–10 Steep for 8–12 sec
Brews 12+ Steep for 12+ sec

Tips: Tea masters recommend steeping times based on each tea's unique flavor, starting the timer after pouring the water.

Common Brewing Guide

(Easy Everyday Preparation)

Water Temperature 100°C(212°F)
Leaf-to-Water Ratio 2g per 100ml
Steeping Time About 1–2 minutes
Subsequent Infusions Increase by 30 seconds each time

Tips: You can adjust the steeping time or leaf-to-water ratio to suit your taste—shorten the infusion for a lighter brew or extend it for a stronger one.

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