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This wonderfully aromatic Anxi Ben Shan grows high in the Qinqshui Yan mountains. Its liquor can behave like a chameleon so keep an eye on this gorgeous oolong shapeshifter.
🌱 origin: Anxi County, Fujian Province, China
🌱 type: Oolong tea
🌱 picked: Spring
🌱 flavour: grass, pear, sweet
🌱 aroma: Fruit, dewy, floral
This special oolong tea was discovered relatively recently by Yuan Xing in 1870, growing high in the Qingshui Yan mountains at over 1000m.
Whilst similar to Tie Guan Yin, this style delivers leaves that open more quickly and like a chameleon, it’s liquor can appear to change from orange to emerald with a flavour that has a mineral, pear and sweet taste. A rare but sublime delicacy from Anxi County in South Fujian.
To brew the tea Western style, steep 3–5 grams of tea leaves per 350ml of water at 100°C. Infuse for 2–3 minutes for the first infusion, then 3–6 minutes for the second infusion. It can be brewed over 3 times depending on personal taste.
Yes! Drinking An’xi Ben Shan Oolong daily can support metabolism, promote mental alertness, and offer antioxidant benefits. Just be mindful of caffeine sensitivity and avoid late evening consumption if you’re prone to sleep issues.
Yes, it contains moderate caffeine (30-50mg) as it is an Oolong tea – less than coffee (95-120mg) but enough to provide a gentle energy boost without jitters. It’s a great choice if you want alertness with a smoother, balanced effect.
This tea supports digestion, helps reduce inflammation, may aid in weight management, and promotes heart and brain health thanks to its rich antioxidants and polyphenols.
Traditionally, this tea is enjoyed plain to appreciate its delicate floral and mineral flavours. However, you can experiment with a touch of honey or lemon if you prefer a sweeter or tangier taste. Milk is not commonly added.
Oolong tea is known to boost metabolism and fat oxidation, which can assist in weight management when combined with a healthy lifestyle. It’s not a magic solution but a helpful natural aid.
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This is such a nice light oolong! Very similar to Tie Guan Yin, but maybe a bit more floral? I'm still developing my palate, so find it hard to describe the tasting notes, but I definitely like it a lot!
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