Wuyi Rock Tea (Yan Cha) Sampler ‘Rock Tea Impressions’ – Yancha Tasting Set 144g

A carefully curated selection of 6 rock teas (yancha) from 6 different tea gardens in Wuyishan. This tea sampler includes 3x8g packages of each tea, and is highly recommended for those seeking to experience the essence of authentic and high quality oolong tea from the Fujian province. All teas feature a robust mineral and roasted aroma that is unique to the Wuyishan region. They allows you to gain an overall impression Fujian oolong teas and discover the nuances in the flavour of each type of rock tea. Our tasting notes Da Hong Pao (Red Robe): the classic medium roasted mineral flavour of Wuyi rock tea. Qi Lan (Miracle Orchid): a lighter roast rock tea with beautiful nuances of honey and orchid flowers. It somewhat reminds us of a Mi Lan Xiang Dancong oolong tea. Huang Mei Gui (Yellow Rose): a light roast oolong with beautiful aromatic nuances of roses and nuts. The rosy aroma is particularly present in the after taste. Shui Xian (Water Sprite): a light-medium roast oolong with a green floral aromatic characters with a well-balanced astringency.  Rou Gui (Cinnamon): a medium roast rock tea with hints of spices and cinnamon, which gradually transforms in a minty after taste. Bei Dou (Northern Dipper): a smooth and complex Rock tea with an aroma palette of fruits, nuts, spices and herbal jelly.  Premium ‘Banyan’ grade All 6 teas are from tea gardens located in the vicinity of the scenic area, and are hence classified as ‘Ban Yan’ grade, which is just one grade below the extremely expensive ‘Zheng Yan’ grade of oolong teas, harvested inside the scenic region.