Wuyi Rock Oolong Rou Gui Swallow's Cave Yan Zi Ke

Wuyi Mountain of Fujian province is known for its abundance of species and rich rock oolong tea history. Almost all of the rocky cliffs grow tea. Rou Gui Cinnamon is the bush varietal of the Wuyi rock oolong tea. It has distinctive cinnamon flavor which complements an underlying taste of dark roasted stone fruits. There are total 36 "rocks", and 72 "caves", or sub-areas that are surrounded by rocks or cliffs where the tea is growing or cultivated.

The tea is from "Swallow's Cave", located in Wuyi Mountain's prestigious core producing area.  The dry leaves are dark brown, moderately oxidized and fire-roasted over charcoal. This tea is floral and fruity, has notable hints of plum, peach, rhubarb and woody. 

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Additional Info

Origin:                   Wuyi Mountain, Fujian province, China

Harvest:                 Harvest May 2021, traditionally charcoal-fired roasting completed Nov. 2021

Caffeine level:       Medium 

Tasting Notes

Distinctive cinnamon notes that complement an underlying taste of dark roasted nuts and fruits.  Full bodied, very floral and fruity, smooth, has hints of peach and stone fruits, with a satisfying aftertaste.