FENG HUANG BAI YE DAN CONG
WHITE LEAF
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE
Wu Dong, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China
Bai Ye is a traditional Chaozhou wulong produced from the Bai Ye cultivar, one of the many celebrated Dan Cong tea tree varieties native to Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, China. Carefully crafted using traditional oxidation and charcoal roasting techniques, it reflects the unique character of the region while expressing the elegant floral fragrance for which Dan Cong teas are famous. The infusion is refined and expressive, offering a harmonious balance of floral aromatics, natural sweetness, mineral depth, and a long, lingering aftertaste that evolves beautifully over multiple infusions. MORE
AROMA
Floral, honey
TASTE
Floral, vanilla, creme
50+ years old trees
CULTIVAR: Bai Ye
HARVEST: Spring, 2022
WULONG
★ PESTICIDE-FREE
Wu Dong, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China
Bai Ye is a traditional Chaozhou wulong produced from the Bai Ye cultivar, one of the many celebrated Dan Cong tea tree varieties native to Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, China. Carefully crafted using traditional oxidation and charcoal roasting techniques, it reflects the unique character of the region while expressing the elegant floral fragrance for which Dan Cong teas are famous. The infusion is refined and expressive, offering a harmonious balance of floral aromatics, natural sweetness, mineral depth, and a long, lingering aftertaste that evolves beautifully over multiple infusions. MORE
AROMA
Floral, honey
TASTE
Floral, vanilla, creme
50+ years old trees
CULTIVAR: Bai Ye
HARVEST: Spring, 2022
WULONG TEA is one of the most diverse and technologically sophisticated categories of tea, occupying a unique position between green and red (black) tea. Through partial oxidation and complex processing techniques, wulong tea develops an extraordinary range of aromas and flavors while preserving a rich concentration of naturally occurring polyphenols, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and aromatic compounds.
The degree of oxidation in wulong tea can vary significantly, from lightly oxidized floral styles to heavily roasted and deeply oxidized examples. This diversity allows wulong tea to combine the freshness and vitality often associated with green tea with the depth and richness characteristic of red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of wulong tea may support cardiovascular health, contribute to healthy metabolism, assist the body's natural antioxidant defenses, improve mental alertness and concentration, and help reduce physical and emotional fatigue. Traditionally, wulong tea has also been appreciated for its ability to promote digestion, create a feeling of balance and clarity, and support a calm yet focused state of mind.
The degree of oxidation in wulong tea can vary significantly, from lightly oxidized floral styles to heavily roasted and deeply oxidized examples. This diversity allows wulong tea to combine the freshness and vitality often associated with green tea with the depth and richness characteristic of red (black) tea. It is believed that regular consumption of wulong tea may support cardiovascular health, contribute to healthy metabolism, assist the body's natural antioxidant defenses, improve mental alertness and concentration, and help reduce physical and emotional fatigue. Traditionally, wulong tea has also been appreciated for its ability to promote digestion, create a feeling of balance and clarity, and support a calm yet focused state of mind.
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SEED-GROWN TEA PLANT
This tea refers to a Qunzi Zhong, a "seed-grown tea plant". Unlike cloned or asexually propagated cultivars, which are created by cuttings or grafting from a single "mother" plant, Qunzi Zhong tea trees are grown from seeds. This results in a genetically diverse population of plants. Each seed-grown tea tree is unique, with slightly different characteristics. This genetic variety helps improve the resilience of the tea garden, making it more resistant to pests, diseases, and environmental stress. Seed-grown trees usually develop stronger and deeper roots than cloned plants, allowing them to draw nutrients and minerals from deeper soil layers, often giving the tea a more complex and rich flavor profile. Qunzi Zhong represents the traditional way of tea cultivation. Because of the genetic diversity, teas made from Qunzi Zhong plants tend to offer more layered and nuanced flavors, reflecting a richer expression of the local terroir (soil, climate, and environment).
PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Pesticide-free gardening refers to a cultivation method in which no synthetic chemical pesticides are used at any stage of plant growth. Instead, this approach relies on biodiversity, ecological balance, and cultural practices to manage pests and diseases. Unlike conventional farming, which often depends on chemical intervention to control infestations, pesticide-free gardening emphasizes prevention through healthy soil, companion planting, and natural predators. This method fosters a more resilient and adaptive garden ecosystem. Without chemical inputs, beneficial insects such as ladybugs, lacewings, and native bees thrive, contributing to pollination and pest control. Untouched by harsh agents, the soil remains alive with microbial activity, supporting deeper root systems and more vigorous plant development. Over time, this results in produce with purer, more expressive flavors, reflecting the health of the environment and the grower's intention.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 3-5 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 7+
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 3
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture. This type of tea oxidizes when it comes into contact with oxygen and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place in airtight packaging. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
*Suitable for long-term aging. Under proper storage conditions, the tea may gradually develop increased depth, smoothness, and complexity.
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ABOUT
Bai Ye Dan Cong belongs to the famous family of Chaozhou wulongs from Guangdong Province in southern China, a region regarded as the birthplace of Dan Cong tea. The name Bai Ye, meaning "White Leaf," refers to the local cultivar from which this tea is produced. Like other authentic Dan Cong teas, it is harvested from individual tea trees or small populations of the same cultivar, preserving the distinctive characteristics that have made Phoenix Mountain teas highly respected among experienced tea lovers.
The production of Bai Ye Dan Cong follows traditional methods that have been refined over generations. Fresh leaves undergo careful withering, repeated shaking and oxidation to develop their aromatic complexity, before being shaped and finished through slow charcoal roasting. The roasting process not only stabilizes the tea for long-term storage but also deepens its structure, enhances its sweetness, and allows its aromatic profile to evolve over time.
Bai Ye Dan Cong is appreciated for its elegant balance of floral fragrance, mineral character, and natural sweetness. Like the finest Phoenix Mountain wulongs, it reveals new layers of aroma and flavour with each infusion, making it a tea that rewards attentive brewing and patient exploration.
TERROIR
This Bai Ye Dan Cong is cultivated at elevations around and above 1,000 meters. This high-mountain environment is defined by a humid subtropical climate, frequent mist, and pronounced day–night temperature variation. These conditions slow leaf development and allow for the accumulation of aromatic compounds, contributing to both intensity and clarity in the final tea.
The terrain consists of steep, rocky slopes with well-drained soils rich in minerals and organic matter. Tea trees grow under challenging conditions, developing deep root systems that penetrate the mountain substrate. This contributes to the density, resilience, and concentration of the leaf material, particularly important for Dan Cong teas. Microclimate plays a defining role, with diffused sunlight, cloud cover, and consistent air movement regulating plant metabolism. This results in a balanced composition of amino acids and polyphenols, supporting both sweetness and structural depth. Compared to lower elevations, the leaves develop more slowly, producing a more refined and stable raw material.
Another important aspect is the interaction between terroir and tree age. The presence of mature tea trees enhances both aromatic complexity and stability, while the highland environment preserves purity and precision. This integration ensures that the final tea expresses both the distinctive character of Wudong terroir and the depth associated with older plant material.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf consists of long, twisted strips with a dark brown to deep chestnut appearance and a subtle glossy sheen, reflecting the careful craftsmanship behind traditional Dan Cong production. Its aroma is elegant and expressive, revealing delicate floral notes intertwined with honey, ripe stone fruits, and a gentle hint of roasted sweetness. In a preheated teapot, the leaves gradually awaken, releasing an increasingly complex bouquet where orchid-like florality is supported by notes of peach, apricot, warm honey, and a refined mineral character. After a quick rinse, the empty cup retains an intense lingering fragrance with floral nectar, ripe fruit, and soft caramelized nuances.
The liquor is bright amber with excellent clarity. The taste is layered and refined, combining floral elegance with natural sweetness, juicy stone fruit notes, subtle honey, and a pronounced mineral structure characteristic of the Wudong Mountains. A gentle, pleasant bitterness appears briefly before transforming into a long, cooling sweetness that remains on the palate for a considerable time. The body is smooth, silky, and well-structured, offering a rich yet elegant mouthfeel without heaviness. Bai Ye Dan Cong develops gradually throughout multiple infusions, revealing new aromatic layers with each brew while maintaining remarkable balance, persistence, and depth. Its energy is calm, uplifting, and mentally clarifying, encouraging attentive tasting and a quiet, focused state of mind.
Bai Ye Dan Cong belongs to the famous family of Chaozhou wulongs from Guangdong Province in southern China, a region regarded as the birthplace of Dan Cong tea. The name Bai Ye, meaning "White Leaf," refers to the local cultivar from which this tea is produced. Like other authentic Dan Cong teas, it is harvested from individual tea trees or small populations of the same cultivar, preserving the distinctive characteristics that have made Phoenix Mountain teas highly respected among experienced tea lovers.
The production of Bai Ye Dan Cong follows traditional methods that have been refined over generations. Fresh leaves undergo careful withering, repeated shaking and oxidation to develop their aromatic complexity, before being shaped and finished through slow charcoal roasting. The roasting process not only stabilizes the tea for long-term storage but also deepens its structure, enhances its sweetness, and allows its aromatic profile to evolve over time.
Bai Ye Dan Cong is appreciated for its elegant balance of floral fragrance, mineral character, and natural sweetness. Like the finest Phoenix Mountain wulongs, it reveals new layers of aroma and flavour with each infusion, making it a tea that rewards attentive brewing and patient exploration.
TERROIR
This Bai Ye Dan Cong is cultivated at elevations around and above 1,000 meters. This high-mountain environment is defined by a humid subtropical climate, frequent mist, and pronounced day–night temperature variation. These conditions slow leaf development and allow for the accumulation of aromatic compounds, contributing to both intensity and clarity in the final tea.
The terrain consists of steep, rocky slopes with well-drained soils rich in minerals and organic matter. Tea trees grow under challenging conditions, developing deep root systems that penetrate the mountain substrate. This contributes to the density, resilience, and concentration of the leaf material, particularly important for Dan Cong teas. Microclimate plays a defining role, with diffused sunlight, cloud cover, and consistent air movement regulating plant metabolism. This results in a balanced composition of amino acids and polyphenols, supporting both sweetness and structural depth. Compared to lower elevations, the leaves develop more slowly, producing a more refined and stable raw material.
Another important aspect is the interaction between terroir and tree age. The presence of mature tea trees enhances both aromatic complexity and stability, while the highland environment preserves purity and precision. This integration ensures that the final tea expresses both the distinctive character of Wudong terroir and the depth associated with older plant material.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaf consists of long, twisted strips with a dark brown to deep chestnut appearance and a subtle glossy sheen, reflecting the careful craftsmanship behind traditional Dan Cong production. Its aroma is elegant and expressive, revealing delicate floral notes intertwined with honey, ripe stone fruits, and a gentle hint of roasted sweetness. In a preheated teapot, the leaves gradually awaken, releasing an increasingly complex bouquet where orchid-like florality is supported by notes of peach, apricot, warm honey, and a refined mineral character. After a quick rinse, the empty cup retains an intense lingering fragrance with floral nectar, ripe fruit, and soft caramelized nuances.
The liquor is bright amber with excellent clarity. The taste is layered and refined, combining floral elegance with natural sweetness, juicy stone fruit notes, subtle honey, and a pronounced mineral structure characteristic of the Wudong Mountains. A gentle, pleasant bitterness appears briefly before transforming into a long, cooling sweetness that remains on the palate for a considerable time. The body is smooth, silky, and well-structured, offering a rich yet elegant mouthfeel without heaviness. Bai Ye Dan Cong develops gradually throughout multiple infusions, revealing new aromatic layers with each brew while maintaining remarkable balance, persistence, and depth. Its energy is calm, uplifting, and mentally clarifying, encouraging attentive tasting and a quiet, focused state of mind.
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