Jiang Hua Xiang - Ginger Flower Fragrance - 姜花香 (2026)

Elegant Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong from Daping Village, rich with ginger flower fragrance, smooth sweetness, and lasting floral aftertaste. Tea Profile Type: Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong (单丛乌龙) Location: Daping Village 大坪村, Phoenix Mountain, Chaozhou, Guangdong Altitude: Around 1000m Harvest Date: April 15th, 20256 Cultivar: Jiang Hua Xiang 姜花香 (Ginger Flower Fragrance) Age of Tea Bushes: Around 50 years Roasting Level: Medium roast, two firings The Story of This Tea Jiang Hua Xiang, meaning “Ginger Flower Fragrance,” is one of the most graceful and expressive Phoenix Dan Cong cultivars we have sourced. Its distinctive aroma of fresh ginger blossoms carries a light, cooling sweetness unlike any other Dan Cong. This spring 2025 harvest was grown in Daping Village, high in Phoenix Mountain at around 1000 meters. The mountain’s misty mornings, mineral-rich soil, and natural biodiversity give this tea remarkable clarity and fragrance. We worked with local tea makers to apply a traditional two-stage charcoal roast that enhances the cultivar’s natural sweetness while preserving its signature floral aroma. The result is a tea of great purity and balance, both lively and soothing in the cup. Aroma and Flavour Each cup opens with a gentle wave of ginger blossom fragrance, followed by smooth, honeyed sweetness and soft minerality typical of high-mountain Dan Cong. The liquor glows a clear golden amber, and its lingering aftertaste fills the throat with elegant floral sweetness. Aroma: Ginger flower, light honey, and mountain air Flavor: Smooth, balanced sweetness with fresh floral notes and a hint of minerality Texture: Soft, slightly oily, and rounded Aftertaste: Long floral sweetness with gentle cooling sensation Steeping Endurance: 8 to 10 infusions Brewing Guidelines Gong Fu Style Teaware: Chaozhou red clay pot (朱泥壶) or porcelain gaiwan Ratio: 7 to 8 g per 100 ml water Water: 95 to 100°C, ideally soft spring water Infusions: Quick rinse, then short steeps (3–5 seconds) for the first three brews, extending gradually thereafter Western Style Teaware: Porcelain or glass teapot Ratio: 3 to 4 g per 250 ml water Water: About 95°C Steeping: 2 to 3 minutes for the first infusion; resteep up to three times, lengthening each by 30 to 45 seconds Why Choose This Tea Jiang Hua Xiang is among the most refined expressions of Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong. Its high-mountain origin, medium charcoal roast, and elegant ginger blossom fragrance create a tea that is both refreshing and deeply satisfying. Ideal for those seeking an authentic Chinese oolong with bright floral aroma and natural sweetness, it represents the beauty and craftsmanship of traditional Chaozhou tea making.