Zhuke Rougui — Wuyi Core Rock Oolong | Bold Cinnamon Bark Aroma & Deep Yan Yun

Zhuke Rougui · 竹窠肉桂

Sourced from the Zhuke Ravine (竹窠坑涧), one of the most prized zhengyan (true rock) terroirs within the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Reserve, this Rougui is shaped by a secluded, moisture-rich canyon microclimate that imparts a distinctly powerful and layered yan yun (rock rhyme). A benchmark expression of Wuyi cinnamon oolong at its most authentic.

Dry Leaf

Tightly twisted, well-sorted strips — heavy and substantial in hand
Deep umber-brown with a natural sandy-green sheen and oily lustre

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Soaring cinnamon bark fragrance, rich and enveloping, layered with subtle floral and fruit notes; yan yun clear and composed
Liquor: Full-bodied and silky-smooth; powerful yet never harsh
Palate: A measured, pleasant spice that opens quickly into a rapid, clean sweetness; lingering fragrance deep in the throat; a delicate cong xiang (wild bush character) emerges in later infusions
Endurance: Exceptional — maintains depth and complexity across multiple infusions

Terroir

Zhuke Ravine, Wuyi Mountain Scenic Reserve, Fujian, China
Zhengyan (true rock) core production area · Rougui cultivar

Best brewed in a gaiwan with boiling water to fully unlock the canyon terroir and layered complexity of this exceptional rock oolong.

$35.90 USD

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Product Description

Zhuke Rougui (竹纠肉桂) is a premium Wuyi rock oolong sourced from the Zhuke Ravine, a secluded, moisture-rich canyon within the zhengyan (true rock) core zone of Wuyi Mountain Scenic Reserve, Fujian. The dry leaves are tightly twisted and heavy, deep umber-brown with a natural sandy-green sheen. Brewed with boiling water, the tea releases a soaring, enveloping cinnamon bark fragrance layered with subtle floral and fruit notes, underpinned by a clear, composed yan yun. The liquor is full-bodied and silky-smooth — powerful yet never harsh. A measured spice opens rapidly into a clean, lingering sweetness, with fragrance that persists deep in the throat. Later infusions reveal a delicate wild bush character (cong xiang). Endurance is exceptional.

Key Features

• Origin: Zhuke Ravine (竹纠坑涧), Wuyi Mountain Scenic Reserve, Fujian, China
• Terroir: Zhengyan (true rock) core production area
• Cultivar: Rougui (肉桂)
• Aroma: Soaring cinnamon bark, layered with floral & fruit notes
• Yan yun: Clear, composed, and persistent
• Palate: Full-bodied, silky-smooth, rapid sweetness
• Finish: Deep throat fragrance; delicate cong xiang in later infusions
• Endurance: Exceptional across multiple infusions

Brewing Guidance

Brewing Guidance:

Vessel: Gaiwan (recommended)
Water temperature: 100°C (212°F) — full boiling water
Leaf quantity: 5–7 g per 110–120 ml
Rinse: Quick rinse (xi cha) before first infusion
Infusion 1–4: Fast pour — drain immediately after steeping
Infusion 5+: Gradually extend steeping time to fully release the canyon terroir and layered complexity

Tip: Use freshly boiled, filtered water. The bold yan yun of Zhuke Rougui rewards patience — each infusion reveals a new dimension.