Wu San Di Old Bush Shui Xian (老枞水仙) | Premium Gift Box | 8.5g × 2 Portions

Wu San Di Old Bush Shui Xian (吴三地老枞水仙) — Premium Gift Box — 8.5g × 2

From the wild, mist-wrapped ridges of Wu San Di comes one of the most celebrated expressions of Old Bush Shui Xian (老枞水仙) in Wuyi rock tea. These trees are over 50 years old — and every decade of age shows in the cup. The cong yun (枞韵, old-bush character) here is not a whisper; it is a full, resonant declaration.

Presented in a beautiful gift box with 2 individually portioned sachets (8.5g each) — perfect for gifting or for savoring two exceptional sessions at your own pace.

✦ The Flavor Journey — Infusion by Infusion

• Infusions 1–3: Mossy old-bush fragrance (青苔枞香) wrapped in deep woody cong yun — dry aroma is pure, sweet, and complex with not a trace of off-notes
• Infusions 4–6: Woody character takes center stage; a striking cooling sensation (冰凉感) emerges and lingers; the lid carries drifting notes of orchard fruit and florals
• Infusions 7–10: The mouthfeel becomes silky and refined; the cooling sensation persists; the cup and lid reveal vivid fruit-honey fragrance (果蜜香); woody and camphor notes (樟木香) run through every sip from start to finish
• Later Infusions: Flavor remains sweet and gentle; a satisfying granular fullness coats the tongue; orchid fragrance (兰香) slowly blooms; the water path stays refined and smooth

✦ Aroma Profile

• Moss & Earth: Bold, wild mossy fragrance (青苔香) — raw, untamed, and deeply evocative of ancient forest
• Orchid: Elegant, cool floral notes that emerge gradually and linger long
• Wood & Camphor: Robust woody and camphor character that anchors every infusion
• Wild Fruit & Honey: Mountain wildflower and fruit-honey sweetness — distinct from the mineral sweetness of pit-grown Shui Xian

✦ Why Old Bush Makes All the Difference

The name Lao Cong (老枞) is earned, not given — only trees over 50 years old qualify. Decades of deep root growth allow these ancient bushes to draw minerals and complexity from the earth that younger plants simply cannot access. The result is a cong yun (枞韵) — a layered, resonant old-bush character — that is the defining hallmark of truly great Shui Xian. The cooling sensation, the granular tongue feel, the enduring finish: these are the signatures of age.

✦ Product Details

• Tea Type: Wuyi Rock Oolong (武夷岩茶) — Old Bush Shui Xian (老枞水仙)
• Origin: Wu San Di (吴三地), Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China
• Tree Age: 50+ years
• Packaging: Elegant gift box — 2 individually sealed portions, 8.5g each
• Total Weight: 17g (8.5g × 2)
• Ideal For: Gifting, personal indulgence, or a special tea session

✦ Brewing Guide

• Vessel: Porcelain gaiwan or small Yixing teapot (recommended: 110–150ml)
• Water Temperature: 95–100°C (203–212°F)
• Tea Amount: 1 sachet (8.5g) per session
• Rinse: 1 quick rinse (5 seconds) to awaken the leaves
• Steep Time: 10–15 seconds for early infusions; increase gradually
• Infusions: 10–15+ infusions per sachet
• Tip: Pay attention to the lid aroma after each pour — the fragrance evolution from mossy to floral to fruity is a journey in itself

50 years of mountain wisdom in every sip. A gift worthy of the finest tea lover — or a well-deserved treat for yourself.