Yanzhonghe · Xian Ya — Jiulongke Rougui Bud Tips Gift Box, 15g (3 × 5g)

Yanzhonghe · Xian Ya is an experimental Wuyi rock tea crafted from Jiulongke Rougui bud tips in Wuyi's core Zhengyan growing area using the special Wang Wei Wang (王威王) process. Ingredient: Wuyi rock tea.

Rich sweet dry-tea fragrance recalls Jin Jun Mei. Brewing reveals fine tea hairs and a pronounced tender-bud aroma layered with honeyed floral and fruit sweetness. The palate carries a distinct cooling sensation; although the liquor initially seems light, it develops a mellow, substantial body.

Early infusions offer a soft, honey-sweet character reminiscent of Jin Jun Mei. In later infusions, creamy fragrance emerges on the gaiwan lid, then shifts toward fresh, vigorous wild mountain character reminiscent of raw pu-erh. These are tasting comparisons, not a blend or change in tea category.

The deep-green gift box with gold-foil calligraphy and orchid motifs contains 3 individually packed 5g sachets, totaling 15g net weight. An unusual tasting selection for experienced tea enthusiasts, tea gatherings and adventurous tea friends.

Brand: Yanzhonghe (岩中壑)
Name: Xian Ya (仙芽)
Ingredient: Wuyi rock tea
Growing Area: Core Zhengyan area, Wuyi Mountains
Raw Material: Rougui bud tips from Jiulongke (九龙窠)
Process: Special Wang Wei Wang (王威王) process
Early Profile: Tender-bud fragrance, honeyed depth and sweet floral-fruit notes reminiscent of Jin Jun Mei
Later Profile: Creamy lid aroma evolving toward fresh wild mountain notes reminiscent of raw pu-erh
Texture: Seemingly light at first, yet mellow and full-bodied, with a distinct cooling sensation
Pack Size: 3 individually packed sachets × 5g; 15g net weight
Packaging: Deep-green gift box with gold-foil calligraphy and orchid motifs

Suggested Gongfu brewing approach:
Teaware: A gaiwan is recommended.
Water: 95–100°C; begin around 95°C and adjust to taste.
Leaf: One 5g sachet per session, using approximately 80–100ml water as a starting point; adjust to taste.
Warm the teaware before adding the tea.
Keep the first few infusions brief and decant completely, following the honeyed sweetness, tender-bud fragrance and cooling sensation.
Gradually extend middle and later infusions as needed. Smell the gaiwan lid to follow the creamy notes and taste for the transition toward fresh wild mountain character.
Reinfuse the same leaves throughout the session to explore the changing flavor profile.
Storage: Keep tightly sealed in a dry, odor-free environment away from light, moisture and heat. Open sachets only when ready to brew and use promptly.