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Shui Xian (Narcissus)

One of Wuyi yancha's three pillars alongside Da Hong Pao and Rou Gui, known for its orchid fragrance. Old-growth bushes develop a distinctive mossy, woody depth called congwei. More approachable than Rou Gui's intensity.

Tasting Notes

orchidsmoothmellow

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Origin

Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China

Plant

Shui Xian

Land

200–500m

Craft

Late spring (May) harvest. Medium-heavy roast, charcoal-fired.

Brewing

Gongfu
98.0°Ctemp
5gper 100ml
10s1st steep

Add 5s each steep · 8-12 steeps

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