Golden-edged Qi Lan (Wonderful Orchid)
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$13.00
Frequently Asked Questions
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For finest taste, tea should be stored in a place that is cool and dry.
Rock tea is best enjoyed within a 3-year period.
Black tea is best enjoyed within a 2-year period.
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White tea is an exception. Its internal compounds evolve over time, enhancing its fragrance and creating a deeper, mellower taste. Therefore, it does not have a specific optimal drinking period.
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It means you can actually taste where the tea comes from. It stays true to its own place, so the local soil, rocks, and climate all come through in the cup. With Wuyi rock oolong, you get that clear rock rhythm (Yan Yun) and a deep, lingering fragrance that only those rocky slopes can give. When you drink it, you're not just having a cup of tea, you're getting a small snapshot of that landscape.
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- Name: Golden-edged Qi Lan - 金边奇兰
- Type: Wuyi Rock Oolong Tea, Minor Cultivar
- Origin: Wuyi Mountain, Fujian
- Harvest Time: Spring, 2025
- Roast Level: Medium
- Producer: Xiao Family
- Tasting note: Orchid, Floral blends, Fruity notes, Creamy texture, Rich minerality, Lingering sweet aftertaste
“Qi Lan”, meaning “Wonderful Orchid," is a rare and special rock tea from Wuyi Mountain. The term Golden-edged Qi Lan reflects the subtle golden hue that appears around the edges of its tea leaves. The aroma combines unique orchid notes with roasted elements and subtle fruit and floral scents. The multiple taste layers generate an enduring flavor experience. When brewed the tea displays a transparent apricot-yellow hue. The tea offers a refined taste that flows smoothly and refreshes you with a sweet clean finish.
What Makes Wonderful Orchid Wonderful?
25g (five 5g servings) - 8 to 10 infusions each
50g (ten 5g servings) - 8 to 10 infusions each
120ml water 100℃/212℉, 10-15 seconds, for 1 infusion
