Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui | Wuyi Rock Oolong — Cinnamon, Bamboo & Floral Honey

Pure. Refined. Unmistakably Rougui. — Xiao Zhu Lin Rougui

Grown on the half-rock terrain of Xiao Zhu Lin — a site kissed by bamboo groves and mountain mist — this Wuyi Rock Oolong is a textbook expression of zheng wei (正味) 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 — 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 — 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 — no harshness, no astringency. The yun (韵) — that deep, resonant aftertaste that defines great Wuyi rock tea — 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 (正味) Rougui — Pure, true cinnamon character with no deviation
Bamboo Grove Terroir — Subtle bamboo-leaf freshness unique to Xiao Zhu Lin
Clean Cinnamon-Bark Aroma — Bright, precise, and layered with floral honey
Silky, Smooth Entry — Gentle and full-bodied with zero harshness
Deep, Lasting Yun (韵) — The resonant rock-tea aftertaste that true connoisseurs seek
Fresh Woody Finish — A clean, lively greenness that keeps every cup refreshing

For the Rougui purist who wants nothing added, nothing taken away — 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 — 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 — the unmistakable hallmark of zheng wei (正味) 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 — just a gentle, satisfying warmth.

The yun (韵) — the deep, resonant aftertaste that defines great Wuyi rock tea — 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

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

Brewing Guidance

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

Steeping Guide:
• Infusions 1–3: Pour and drain immediately — flash-brew to capture the clean cinnamon aroma and bamboo freshness at their brightest. Do not steep or stew.
• 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 — its clean, precise character is best preserved with short, controlled infusions.

Number of Infusions: 8–10 infusions

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