Honey Orchid Oolong Tea

Honey Orchid is arguably the most beloved of all dan cong ("Single Grove") styles. Instead of the traditional high firing, Mr. Chan opted for a greener variation, further accentuating its beautiful florality.

This Mi Lan Xiang ‘Honey Orchid’ comes from our producer friend Mr. Chan. He is a young, third-generation grower in the venerable Phoenix Mountain Range of Guangdong, melding a reverence for the centuries-old varietal oolong with a thirst for experimentation. It's his ninth year as head of the farm and already he is receiving acclaim for his work. Honey Orchid is arguably the most beloved of all dan cong ("Single Grove") styles. Instead of the traditional high firing, he opted for a greener variation, further accentuating its beautiful florality.

Sourced by Spirit Tea | Chicago, IL

Type: Oolong
Variety: Mi Lan Xiang
Region: Feng Huang, Guangdong, China
Elevation: 800 meters
Harvest: March, 2024
Producer: Mr. Chan
Caffeine Level: High

5g tea | 340ml water | 195°F | 3:00

Size 50g looseleaf