Zhushan Dong Ding lightA tea maker's tribute to Dong Ding, this lightly styled oolong comes from the higher slopes of Zhu mountain less than 10km east from the famed tea mountain in Lugu. The leaves of Qing Xin 'green heart' cultivar has been hand plucked and treated with a light oxidation and gentle roasting to bring out the smooth and floral characteristics, bearing the claim for its name. Some chrysanthemum piquancy in the buttery texture, creamy marzipan and a slight

it gently envelops you at first with its rich and viscous texture

defined by a distinct candy-like sweetness and a deep

The tea’s texture is extraordinarily thick

with a mild roast that enhances the superior character of the leaves rather than masking it

or tea stash

having fitted the figure of youth with a wide and waning handle and a rather brawny knob

Origin of the name

and the little region

As you continue brewing

This tea is a rare example of traditional production methods

as a consequence

a landrace restricted to a small number of trees in Baiyingshan