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Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong Oolong Tea (Duck Shit Aroma) dry leaves, tightly rolled strips
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Tea Details

  • Type: Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong
  • Tea Season: Spring Harvest
  • Harvest Year: 2024
  • Origin: Fenghuang Mountains, Chaozhou, China
  • Elevation: Around 800 meters
  • Varietal (Cultivar): Ya Shi Xiang (Duck Shit Aroma)
  • Form: Loose Leaf
  • Aging Potential: Excellent (Improves with age)

Take a quick look at the tea liquor of our 2024 Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong Oolong (Duck Shit Aroma).

Duck Shit Aroma Dan Cong Tea (Pinyin: Ya Shi Xiang), colloquially known as "Duck Shit Tea," is a highly distinctive loose-leaf oolong tea, best known for its unusual name.

Beyond its quirky name, this premium tea boasts a long and esteemed history, originating from the famed Dan Cong tea series in Phoenix Mountain (Fenghuang Shan), Guangdong, China.

The Story Behind the Name

The name “Duck Shit Aroma” reflects the humor of local tea farmers. Legend has it that these tea trees were planted in a type of yellow soil nicknamed “duck shit soil,” and the leaves resemble duck feet. This quirky characteristic inspired the unique name.

Known for its strong and lasting fragrance, this tea has earned the nickname “the perfume of tea” and is considered one of the most prized oolong teas in China.

Expertly Crafted Semi-Fermented Tea

As a semi-fermented oolong, Duck Shit Aroma Dan Cong Tea is crafted with meticulous care. The most critical step lies in the expertise of the tea farmers, who carefully judge the leaves to craft the tea, leveraging generations of hands-on knowledge to assess seasonal growth, leaf quality, and optimal harvest timing.

Based on this evaluation and the desired roasting level, they decide whether to produce a Light Aroma Oolong or Rich Aroma Oolong, ensuring the flavor perfectly matches the tea’s unique characteristics.

Tasting Notes – Light Aroma Perfection

Our Ya Shi Xiang Dan Cong Oolong Tea (Duck Shit Aroma) – 2024 Aromatic Style is lightly roasted to highlight a delicate, light aroma. The dry leaves are thick, plump, and glossy, with a smooth, oily sheen.

When brewed, the tea produces a bright golden-yellow liquor with a rich yet refreshing aroma. Its fragrance combines the sweetness of honeysuckle, a subtle hint of ginger flower, and a delicate nutty undertone.

If you enjoy oolong tea that is refreshing in taste and full-bodied in aroma, Duck Shit Aroma Tea (Ya Shi Xiang Tea) is the perfect choice.

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The Terroir Speaks Through Every Leaf

Know Where Your Tea Comes From

Origin isn’t just a label — it’s the soul of the tea.

It is the land and the tea trees tended by generations of tea farmers, a living heritage passed down through time in harmony with nature.

Achieving Authenticity Through Tradition

Traditional craftsmanship cannot scale to mass production.

We honor this authentic essence, preserving every genuine step.
We could produce more tea, but we choose to craft better.

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