Imagine a fine wine that gets better with age—this is the tea world's equivalent. The Fuding "Guo Xiang" Gong Mei White Tea is a truly special and approachable aged tea that offers a cozy, comforting experience perfect for anyone curious about exploring beyond basic green or black teas.
What Makes It Unique?
Unlike most teas you find in a store, this one was harvested in the spring of 2019 and then carefully aged for nearly two years. This aging process mellows the tea and develops deep, complex flavors that simply don't exist in fresh teas.
The tea leaves have been pressed into a beautiful, solid cake. This traditional method not only looks incredible on your shelf but was also historically used to preserve and transport tea, allowing it to continue aging gracefully.
The leaves come from "untended bushes" growing high in the mountains of Fuding. Think of it like wild-foraged berries versus farmed berries—the wild-grown leaves have a unique character and depth you can taste.
This tea is named "Guo Xiang," which means "fruit aroma." It has a wonderfully inviting scent with subtle notes of apricot and sweet grass.
The flavor is incredibly smooth and mellow, with a gentle maltiness and a natural sweetness. It’s thick and satisfying in the mouth, almost like a light broth, with no bitterness at all.
When brewed, the tea creates a surprisingly deep, beautiful orange-colored liquid, a sign of its gentle aging.
This tea is very forgiving and not bitter or harsh. It’s easy to brew and provides a soothing, relaxing experience.
Many drinkers describe it as having "cozy vibes." It's the perfect cup for a quiet afternoon, a good book, or a moment of calm.
With aged tea, you are tasting a snapshot of a specific time and place. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the long tradition of tea craftsmanship.
How to Prepare
Simply break off a small piece of the cake (about a teaspoon's worth for a mug) and steep it in hot water. It's very versatile and can be enjoyed in a regular mug or a traditional tea pot.
357 Grams per cake (makes a lot of tea!)
Imagine a fine wine that gets better with age—this is the tea world's equivalent. The Fuding "Guo Xiang" Gong Mei White Tea is a truly special and approachable aged tea that offers a cozy, comforting experience perfect for anyone curious about exploring beyond basic green or black teas.
What Makes It Unique?
Unlike most teas you find in a store, this one was harvested in the spring of 2019 and then carefully aged for nearly two years. This aging process mellows the tea and develops deep, complex flavors that simply don't exist in fresh teas.
The tea leaves have been pressed into a beautiful, solid cake. This traditional method not only looks incredible on your shelf but was also historically used to preserve and transport tea, allowing it to continue aging gracefully.
The leaves come from "untended bushes" growing high in the mountains of Fuding. Think of it like wild-foraged berries versus farmed berries—the wild-grown leaves have a unique character and depth you can taste.
This tea is named "Guo Xiang," which means "fruit aroma." It has a wonderfully inviting scent with subtle notes of apricot and sweet grass.
The flavor is incredibly smooth and mellow, with a gentle maltiness and a natural sweetness. It’s thick and satisfying in the mouth, almost like a light broth, with no bitterness at all.
When brewed, the tea creates a surprisingly deep, beautiful orange-colored liquid, a sign of its gentle aging.
This tea is very forgiving and not bitter or harsh. It’s easy to brew and provides a soothing, relaxing experience.
Many drinkers describe it as having "cozy vibes." It's the perfect cup for a quiet afternoon, a good book, or a moment of calm.
With aged tea, you are tasting a snapshot of a specific time and place. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the long tradition of tea craftsmanship.
How to Prepare
Simply break off a small piece of the cake (about a teaspoon's worth for a mug) and steep it in hot water. It's very versatile and can be enjoyed in a regular mug or a traditional tea pot.
357 Grams per cake (makes a lot of tea!)
