Century-Old Ancient Tree Tea from Xigui Old Village

Product Introduction

This exquisite tea is a first-harvest, hand-selected treasure from the famous Xi Gui region. Carefully crafted using traditional techniques, each tea cake showcases long, slender leaves with a delicate coating of silvery tips, promising exceptional freshness and quality. Stored in Kunming’s dry warehouses, it develops a refined character with a smooth yet powerful taste. The brew reveals layers of floral orchid fragrance and sweet, wild-honey notes, evolving with every infusion to deliver a uniquely rich and elegant experience. A perfect balance of strength and softness, this tea embodies the pinnacle of artisanal tea craftsmanship.

Flavor Profile

· Aroma: Delicate orchid blossoms with a hint of wild mountain honey.
· Liquor: Pours a radiant, sunlit golden-yellow liquor with flawless crystal clarity.
· Taste: On the palate, it is brisk and lively, quickly giving way to rich, smooth flavors with floral-fruity notes, wild mountain sweetness, and a lingering, harmonious finish.
· Texture: The dry leaves display a deep, rich color, with long reddish stems and sturdy, resilient leaves.

Tea Story

Originating from the historic tea villages of Xi Gui, this tea captures the essence of its mountain homeland. Each leaf is harvested at the peak of spring, preserving the vitality and aroma of the first flush. Over time, the tea transforms in carefully controlled storage, revealing its full potential. Sipping this tea is like tasting the story of the mountains themselves—the robust energy of the highlands, the subtle sweetness of hidden wildflowers, and the delicate floral notes that linger in memory. Xi Gui tea is more than a drink; it is an experience, a journey through nature and tradition, capturing a fleeting spring moment in every cup.

Recommended Brewing Methods

Gongfu Brewing (Traditional Method)

· Tea Quantity: 5-8g
· Utensils: Zitao teaware
· Water Temperature: 95-100℃rolling boiling purified/mineral water. 
· Steps: Warm your teaware, add the tea leaves, and briefly rinse with hot water to release their vibrant floral and honeyed mountain aroma. For subsequent infusions, gradually extend steeping time by 5-15 seconds to fully savor the tea’s rich body, layered flavors, and lingering sweetness.

Simple Brewing (Daily Drinking)

· Tea Quantity: 3-5g
· Water Volume: 90-95℃ boiling pure water/mineral water. 
· Steps: Put the tea into the utensil, pour in boiling water and steep for 20–30 seconds; refill with boiling water repeatedly until the flavor fades.
· Feature: No professional skills needed, flexible water volume adjustment, perfect for home and office daily drinking.

Gift Brewing (for Guests)

· Tea Quantity: 5-8g
· Water Temperature: 95-100℃rolling boiling purified/mineral water.
· Utensils: Zitao teaware
· Steps: Same as Gongfu brewing, control the steeping time to ensure the first brew has a balanced taste, present the tea with a tea tray for a delicate tea-tasting experience