Gardenia Dancong Oolong Tea | Tea Tin Series

Aroma: An elegant, soaring backbone of fresh gardenia blossoms that is exceptionally sweet and long-lasting, beautifully filling the room upon brewing.

Palate: Clean, sweet, and delightfully mellow. The entrance is silky smooth, revealing an intricate mid-palate of the distinct "mountain charm" (shan yun) and rich, woody bush aroma characteristic of authentic Dancong oolong.

Finish: Crisp and completely free of bitterness, ending with an endlessly lingering, honeyed stone-fruit sweetness that refreshes the throat.

According to the official Chronicles of Chaozhou Prefecture, the heritage of Phoenix Dancong tea dates back to the late Southern Song Dynasty, boasting a legendary history of over 900 years. Nestled in the mist-shrouded peaks of Mount Fenghuang (Phoenix Mountain), these rare tea trees are celebrated for their diverse natural aromas and profound terroir. It is widely recognized as China's most aromatically complex and expressive tea cultivar—yielding an unmatched depth of natural floral and fruity profiles born entirely from the leaf and rock-rich soil, without a single artificial additive.

TimeBai Gardenia Dancong is a modern homage to this ancient heritage. Capturing the breathtaking "Gardenia Fragrance" (Huang Zhi Xiang) profile, this selection represents the peak of artisanal craft. It seamlessly bridges the historical majesty of Phoenix Mountain with the contemporary, mindful lifestyle, offering an elevated everyday luxury.

Dry Leaf: Tightly twisted, even cords with a beautiful, deep moss-green luster.

Tea Liquor: A brilliant, golden-orange infusion that is strikingly bright, clear, and luminous.

Infused Leaf: Remarkably soft and lively, showcasing the classic "green leaf with a red border" (lv ye hong xiang bian)—the hallmark of traditional, masterfully oxidized oolong.

Classic Hot Brew

• Tea Amount: 3–4g (approx. 1–2 teaspoons of loose leaves)
• Water Volume: 200ml
• Water Temp: 95–100°C (203–212°F) — Dancong loves high heat!
• Steeping Time: 1.5 – 2 minutes
• Ritual Note: Pour boiling water gently over the leaves to wake up the mountain aroma. Do not over-steep during the first few infusions to maintain its delicate sweetness. These premium leaves can be re-brewed for 5+ flavorful infusions.

Refreshing Cold Brew

• Tea Amount: 4–5g (approx. 2 teaspoons of loose leaves)
• Water Volume: 500ml (Bottled, room-temperature, or filtered water)
• Steeping Time: 8–10 minutes (Quick Method) or Overnight (Deep Cold Brew)
• Ritual Note: * For a quick fix: Drop the twisted leaves into your water bottle, shake up and down 5–6 times, and wait 10 minutes.
• For optimal silkiness: Place it in the fridge overnight. The slow cold-steeping process extracts zero bitterness, leaving you with an extra smooth, sweet, and intensely floral iced oolong the next morning.

• Net Weight: 60g (2.12oz)
• Tea Form: Loose Leaf
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and strong odors