Expressions of Hui Yuan Lao Cong Shui Xian

This session features two oolong teas of the same varietal- Lao Cong Shui Xian (老枞水仙)- from Hui Yuan Keng (慧苑坑）in Wuyi Mountain. We will look at how environment and craftsmanship shape the same varietal into distinctively different teas. 

It is widely recognised that the finest Lao Cong Shui Xian comes from Hui Yuan Keng-  celebrated for its mineral rich soil, misty microclimate, and centuries old tea heritage.

The first tea, harvested in 2017 from eight old tea bushes in Hui Yuan, is crafted in a light style, revealing a refined fruity fragrance.

The second, harvested in 2021 is deep and rich with a trace of keng jian wei (坑间味). Traditionally roasted, it offers complexity and a soothing finish. 

Both teas will be brewed in the Minnan gongfu style, using Qing dynasty teaware- an experience that invites reflection on how nature, time, and human touch converge in the art of Wuyi rock oolong.

Session details

・70 minutes, 2 teas 

・$118 for 1 visitor 

・$136 for 2 ($68/ visitor)

・$204 for 3 ($68/ visitor)

by appointment

本次茶会呈现两款同一茶种—，来自武夷山慧苑坑的老枞水仙。我们将一同探索，环境与工艺如何塑造出同一茶种的迥异风貌。

慧苑坑出产的老枞水仙，被公认为品质最优。此地以矿物质丰富的土壤、云雾缭绕的小气候，以及绵延数百年的制茶传承而闻名。

第一款茶采自慧苑坑八株老茶树，制于2017年，采用中焙工艺，香气清扬细腻，带有优雅的果韵。

第二款茶采于2021年，茶性深厚醇润，带有独特的“坑间味”。经传统焙火工艺制成，层次丰富，回甘悠长。

两款茶均以闽南工夫茶法冲泡，搭配清代茶器。品饮之间，让我们静心感受自然、时间与人之匠意在武夷岩茶艺术中的交汇与回响。