At the table
Let the tea cool slightly, then sip from the cup, leaving the leaves behind. If served in a pot or gaiwan, pour the infusion into a drinking cup; the leaves can be infused again.
Contains caffeine and may be served very hot. This is not a caffeine-free herbal drink.
The representative cup is plain, without added sugar, milk or honey. Leaf selection, processing and brewing strength affect its taste.
Know what you’re trying.
Wither and gently bruise the leaves to develop partial oxidation, then heat to halt it, roll into strips and roast in stages. The representative cup is plain, without added sugar, milk or honey. Leaf selection, processing and brewing strength affect its taste.
Ingredients
The named tea leaves and water.
Origin & regional roots
Guangdong
Associated with Guangdong.
About this regional connection
Guangdong: Fenghuang area of Chaozhou.
Ask if they have it first
请问你们有凤凰单丛茶吗？
Do you have this item?
A LITTLE SOMETHING TO READ
Story & history
Fenghuang Dancong oolong
This account describes a tradition or story, rather than an established historical fact.
Dancong tea-making is part of Chaozhou's local tea tradition. Names such as Milanxiang describe aroma styles; ask about the style and roast rather than assuming every tea tastes alike.