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Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui | Wuyi Rock Oolong β€” Cinnamon, Bamboo & Floral Honey

Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui | Wuyi Rock Oolong β€” Cinnamon, Bamboo & Floral Honey

Pure. Refined. Unmistakably Rougui. β€” Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui

Grown on the half-rock terrain of Xiao Zhu Lin β€” a site kissed by bamboo groves and mountain mist β€” this Wuyi Rock Oolong is a textbook expression of zheng wei (ζ­£ε‘³) Rougui: clean, true, and deeply satisfying. For those who know what authentic Rougui should taste like, this is it.

A Cinnamon Aroma That Is Pure & Precise

The hallmark of great Rougui is a cinnamon-bark fragrance that is bold yet clean β€” no muddiness, no off-notes. Xiao Zhu Lin delivers exactly that: a bright, precise cassia-cinnamon aroma layered with sweet floral and fruit-honey notes, arriving in perfect clarity with every steep.

The Bamboo Grove Signature

What sets Xiao Zhu Lin apart is its unique terroir. The surrounding bamboo forest lends the leaves a subtle, cool bamboo-leaf freshness β€” a delicate green, clean sweetness that weaves through the cinnamon and honey, adding a dimension of lightness and vitality that is rare in rock oolongs. A whisper of fresh, woody greenness rounds out every cup.

Smooth, Full & Deeply Resonant

In the cup, the liquor is silky and gentle on entry β€” no harshness, no astringency. The yun (韡) β€” that deep, resonant aftertaste that defines great Wuyi rock tea β€” is present and lasting. Sweet floral honey notes linger in the throat, while a clean, refreshing woody freshness keeps the finish bright and alive.

Why Rougui Lovers Will Treasure This

  • Zheng Wei (ζ­£ε‘³) Rougui β€” Pure, true cinnamon character with no deviation
  • Bamboo Grove Terroir β€” Subtle bamboo-leaf freshness unique to Xiao Zhu Lin
  • Clean Cinnamon-Bark Aroma β€” Bright, precise, and layered with floral honey
  • Silky, Smooth Entry β€” Gentle and full-bodied with zero harshness
  • Deep, Lasting Yun (韡) β€” The resonant rock-tea aftertaste that true connoisseurs seek
  • Fresh Woody Finish β€” A clean, lively greenness that keeps every cup refreshing

For the Rougui purist who wants nothing added, nothing taken away β€” just the real thing.

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Product Description

Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui is a half-rock (半岩) Wuyi Rock Oolong grown on the slopes of Xiao Zhu Lin β€” a site distinguished by its surrounding bamboo groves and the cool, clean mountain air they bring. The half-rock terrain provides the mineral foundation of classic Yancha, while the bamboo environment adds a signature freshness that sets this tea apart from standard Rougui.

The dry leaves carry a clean, precise cinnamon-bark fragrance β€” the unmistakable hallmark of zheng wei (ζ­£ε‘³) Rougui. Upon brewing, the aroma opens into layers of sweet floral and fruit-honey notes, with a delicate bamboo-leaf coolness threading through. The liquor is smooth and full on entry, with no bitterness or astringency β€” just a gentle, satisfying warmth.

The yun (韡) β€” the deep, resonant aftertaste that defines great Wuyi rock tea β€” is rich and lasting. A clean, refreshing woody freshness lingers in the finish, keeping the cup lively and bright long after the last sip.

This is Rougui as it should be: pure, honest, and deeply expressive of its place.

Key Features

β€’ Zheng Wei (ζ­£ε‘³) Rougui β€” Pure, authentic cinnamon character; clean and true to origin
β€’ Xiao Zhu Lin Bamboo Terroir β€” Subtle bamboo-leaf freshness found nowhere else
β€’ Bright Cinnamon-Bark Aroma β€” Layered with sweet floral and fruit-honey notes
β€’ Silky Smooth Entry β€” Full-bodied yet gentle; zero harshness or astringency
β€’ Deep Lasting Yun (韡) β€” The resonant rock-tea aftertaste that defines great Yancha
β€’ Fresh Woody Finish β€” A clean, lively greenness that brightens every cup
β€’ Ideal for Rougui Purists β€” No tricks, no shortcuts β€” just honest, exceptional rock oolong

Brewing Guidance

Vessel: Gaiwan or small Yixing teapot (recommended)
Water Temperature: 95–100Β°C (203–212Β°F)
Leaf Amount: 7g per 100ml

Steeping Guide:
β€’ Infusions 1–3: Pour and drain immediately β€” flash-brew to capture the clean cinnamon aroma and bamboo freshness at their brightest. Do not steep or stew.
β€’ Infusions 4 and beyond: Gradually increase steeping time by 5–10 seconds with each steep.

⚠️ Important: Never cover and steep (no stewing). Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui is a zheng wei tea β€” its clean, precise character is best preserved with short, controlled infusions.

Number of Infusions: 8–10 infusions

Tips:
β€’ Use boiling or near-boiling water to fully activate the cinnamon-bark aroma
β€’ A quick rinse before the first steep awakens the layers of fragrance
β€’ Pay attention to the throat finish β€” the bamboo freshness and floral honey linger beautifully

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