{"title":"Fuding White Tea","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is Fuding White Tea — And Why Does Origin Matter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuding white tea (福鼎白茶) is produced exclusively in Fuding City, Fujian Province, China — the recognized birthplace of white tea. The name is not a style or a category; it is a precise statement of origin. Under China's National Standard (GB\/T 22291) and Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, only tea grown from certified cultivars in the designated Fuding production zone can legally carry this name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis matters more than most buyers realize. Fuding's coastal mountain terroir — the misty ridges of Taimu Mountain, mineral-rich red clay soil, and a subtropical maritime climate — creates conditions that cannot be replicated elsewhere. The two native cultivars at the heart of this tradition,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuding Da Bai (福鼎大白)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFuding Da Hao (福鼎大毫)\u003c\/strong\u003e, produce exceptionally plump, silver-tipped buds that are the genetic foundation of every tea in this collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSourced Directly from Fuding's Core Growing Regions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery tea in this collection is sourced directly from Fuding's core production areas. This means we work with tea farmers and producers in the regions that matter — the hillside gardens where the cultivar, soil, and climate align to produce tea that meets national standard quality benchmarks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will find no blended teas, no relabeled teas from neighboring regions passed off as Fuding. What is labeled as Fuding white tea here is exactly that — traceable, compliant, and authentic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Full Range to Explore: Grade, Season, and Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuding white tea is not a single product. It is a living category with meaningful variation across three dimensions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Grade — Which Part of the Plant Was Picked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Needle (白毫银针 Bái Háo Yín Zhēn)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Only the first, unopened spring buds. Delicate, sweet, viscous in the cup, with fresh hay and honeydew notes. The most refined expression of Fuding white tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBai Mu Dan \/ White Peony (白牡丹)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— One bud with one or two tender young leaves. Fuller-bodied than Silver Needle, with clear floral notes and a sweet, lingering aftertaste. An ideal starting point for those new to white tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShou Mei (寿眉)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e— Mature leaves harvested later in the season. Bold, warming, and rich — with notes of dried dates and herbs. Exceptional aging potential makes it the collector's choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Harvest Season — When the Tea Was Picked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpring and autumn harvests each produce a distinct character.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring teas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eare harvested from late March through May, when the plant's energy peaks after winter dormancy — producing buds with concentrated sweetness and a clean, bright profile.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAutumn teas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edevelop under longer, drier growing conditions, yielding a rounder, more mellow character with a deeper warmth. Both are well represented in this collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBy Age — Fresh Versus Aged White Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most teas, Fuding white tea improves meaningfully with proper storage. A well-aged white tea undergoes a slow natural transformation: fresh floral and grassy notes give way to honeyed sweetness, dried jujube, and a smooth, almost medicinal depth. This is why a 2015 Shou Mei and a 2023 Bai Mu Dan can be equally compelling — but for entirely different reasons. We carry teas spanning multiple harvest years, clearly labeled, so you know exactly what you are buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Choose the Right Tea From This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot sure where to start? Here is a simple guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you want…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStart with…\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThe purest, most elegant white tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/collections\/silver-needle-white-tea-baihao-yinzhen\"\u003eSilver Needle\u003c\/a\u003e — spring harvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA balanced, easy-drinking everyday tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/collections\/white-peony-tea-bai-mu-dan\"\u003eBai Mu Dan\u003c\/a\u003e — loose leaf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA bold, warming brew for daily use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/collections\/shou-mei-white-tea\"\u003eShou Mei\u003c\/a\u003e — any year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA tea that rewards patience and aging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA compressed cake — 3+ years old\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA gift for someone who appreciates quality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAn aged tea cake or a spring Silver Needle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery product listing includes harvest year, season, grade, and processing details — so you can make an informed choice rather than guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFlat $9.50 worldwide shipping on every order. Ships within 48 hours.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2023-shoumei-fuding-white-tea-2023-summer-tea","title":"2023 Shoumei Fuding White Tea 2023 Spring Tea","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"auto-hide-last-sibling-br paragraph-u1TS5p paragraph-element br-paragraph-space\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Spring Shou Mei Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e comes from \u003cstrong\u003eFuding\u003c\/strong\u003e, a renowned region celebrated for its white tea. This particular harvest is special, made from young leaves handpicked in the spring. The leaves resemble the brows of an old man, tender and full of promise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAroma and Flavor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen brewed, the tea releases a gentle aroma that is light and smooth, akin to a soft breeze. Its color is a warm orange-yellow, reminiscent of the sun in spring. Each sip offers a refreshing experience, leaving a pleasant memory that lingers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuding is often referred to as the \u003cstrong\u003e\"Hometown of Chinese White Tea,\"\u003c\/strong\u003e with a rich history of tea cultivation dating back to the \u003cstrong\u003eTang Dynasty\u003c\/strong\u003e. The region benefits from misty rains and a mild climate, supported by the nearby \u003cstrong\u003eTaimu Mountain\u003c\/strong\u003e, which fosters the growth of robust tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA poignant story from Fuding features a girl named \u003cstrong\u003eLangu\u003c\/strong\u003e, who discovered the healing properties of tea during a troubled time, symbolizing the deep bond between the local people and their cherished beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreating Shou Mei tea is a meticulous process. The buds are carefully handpicked, allowed to wither to reduce moisture, and enhance flavor, before being dried to perfection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo brew this tea effectively, use water that is warm but not boiling. A recommended ratio is \u003cstrong\u003efive grams of tea for every 100 milliliters of water\u003c\/strong\u003e. Steep the tea for about \u003cstrong\u003e50 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Using a gaiwan or glass cup allows you to appreciate the tea’s color and aroma fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2023 Spring Shou Mei Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is more than just a drink; it embodies a piece of culture and a taste of spring. 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Harvested in late autumn, this tea features mature leaves and buds, offering a rich, sweet, and nutty flavor—perfect for special moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction Process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe making of Fuding White Tea is a meticulous process:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePicking\u003c\/strong\u003e: Only the finest young buds and leaves are hand-selected.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWithering\u003c\/strong\u003e: The leaves are left to wither in a controlled environment, reducing moisture and enhancing flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying\u003c\/strong\u003e: Finally, the leaves are dried, often using sunlight or warmth, preserving their delicate taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea plants thrive at altitudes of 600 to 800 meters, where the misty climate and rich soil create ideal growing conditions, contributing to the tea's exceptional quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you taste the \u003cstrong\u003e2022 Bailu Fuding White Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e, you’ll experience the richness of the late autumn harvest. 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This tea is more than just a drink; it's a moment. Aged white tea deepens in richness over time, absorbing the air, warmth, and transforming with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea hails from Fuding, in Fujian Province, where tender leaves are harvested in spring. The region’s unique soil and climate work together to create something special. Old tea trees stand tall, their roots deeply anchored in the earth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavor is complex, offering notes of honey, flowers, and nuts that blend together harmoniously. Each sip lingers, gently reminding you of time gone by. Along with its taste, aged white tea provides health benefits. Rich in antioxidants, it supports the immune system, aids digestion, and calms the mind. Low in caffeine, it soothes without the typical rush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrewing the 5g aged white peony mini cake is not only simple but also incredibly convenient. Each mini cake is individually packaged, ensuring freshness and making it easy to carry wherever you go. Whether for travel, work, or at home, the compact size and individual packaging allow you to enjoy a perfect cup of tea anytime. Use a gaiwan or teapot with hot water. A quick rinse awakens the leaves, followed by steeping to reveal its layers of flavor. The 5g mini cake is perfectly portioned—ideal for a single cup, fitting seamlessly into a busy, on-the-go lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the end, this tea tells a story of tradition, health, and the quiet joy of a well-brewed cup. 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These bud tips are evenly spread on bamboo sieves and left to dry in weak sunlight or a well-ventilated, shaded area until 80-90% dry. They are then gently roasted over charcoal at a low temperature of 30 to 40 degrees Celsius until completely dry. White Hair Silver Needle is mainly produced in Fuding and Zhenghe. The White Hair Silver Needle we sell is from Fuding, the most authentic white tea production area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSilver Needle White Tea is characterized by its plump and strong buds, covered with white hairs, and straight and white like silver needles. To bring out its sweet, honeyed character, we recommend brewing it gongfu style: use 5–6g of tea in a 100ml gaiwan with water at 85–90°C (185–194°F). Give the buds a quick rinse (3–5 seconds) to awaken them, then steep the first infusion for 20–30 seconds. Add 10–15 seconds for each subsequent infusion, and expect 5–6 satisfying steeps, each revealing a new layer of flavor. Prefer a more casual cup? Try the western style with 3g per 200ml at 85–90°C for 3–5 minutes. Or for the classic glass cup experience, place 3g in a tall glass, pour in 200ml of 85–90°C water, and wait 5–6 minutes for the buds to sink before sipping — the upright buds dancing in the glass are part of the show.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"OrientaLeaf","offers":[{"title":"300g Cake","offer_id":49143140516143,"sku":"W402-1","price":475.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g Loose leaf","offer_id":51649984823599,"sku":null,"price":159.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10g sample","offer_id":51055291498799,"sku":null,"price":16.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/Orientaleaf-White-Hair-Silver-Needle-cake_2.jpg?v=1714113565"},{"product_id":"2024-white-peony-white-tea","title":"Bai Mu Dan \/ White Peony White Tea 白牡丹","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBai Mu Dan White Tea \u003c\/b\u003eis also known as 白牡丹 (Bái Mǔ Dān) in Chinese Pinyin and \"pai mu tan\" in Cantonese. It is named after its resemblance to a peony flower, as one bud and two \u003cspan\u003etea leaves\u003c\/span\u003e form the appearance of this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Bai Mu Dan White Tea comes from the main white tea-producing area in Fuding City, Fujian Province. It is classified as Bai Mu Dan White Tea and typically includes \u003cstrong\u003eone bud and two leaves.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor information on classifying white tea grades, please refer to our blog, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/blogs\/tea-101\/fuding-white-tea-a-delicate-symphony-of-flavor-and-wellness\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/blogs\/tea-101\/fuding-white-tea-a-delicate-symphony-of-flavor-and-wellness\"\u003eFuding White Tea: A Delicate Symphony of Flavor and Wellness\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBai Mu Dan \/ White Peony white tea is made simply by withering and drying the \u003cspan\u003eyoung leaves\u003c\/span\u003e, preserving their pure and fresh taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe provide \u003cstrong\u003etwo grades\u003c\/strong\u003e of white tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(1) \u003cstrong\u003eThe top-quality\u003c\/strong\u003e tea leaves are picked right after the white hair silver needle, which is very similar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(2) \u003cstrong\u003eThe first-grade \u003c\/strong\u003eleaves are picked later but still have excellent quality and meet the national standard for top-grade tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top grade has a more refreshing taste, but its lower production makes it slightly more expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is a \u003cstrong\u003efresh mellow, sweet, round, thick, and smooth soup that feels similar to white hair silver needles (\u003c\/strong\u003ethe best among the four types of white tea\u003cstrong\u003e). \u003c\/strong\u003eIt also has the\u003cstrong\u003e high and rising aroma of Shoumei\u003c\/strong\u003e (the third grade among the four types of white tea). It is a white tea with \u003cstrong\u003eboth good soup and aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best experience of the rich flower fragrance and high, rising aroma of this white peony tea, use a \u003cstrong\u003ecovered bowl (Gaiwan)\u003c\/strong\u003e or a \u003cstrong\u003eglass cup\u003c\/strong\u003e for brewing. Our white peony tea is\u003cstrong\u003e clear, fragrant, sweet, and mellow when brewed correctly.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo keep white peony tea fresh, avoid moisture, peculiar smells, intense light, vital oxygen, and high temperatures. Store it in a dry, calm, odor-free place away from intense sunlight and high temperatures to maintain its aroma and quality. This will help preserve the tea for longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe offer\u003cstrong\u003e two options\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003enatural whole-leaf loose\u003c\/strong\u003e tea and tightly pressed 300g \u003cstrong\u003etea cake.\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are good choices for tea drinkers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orientaleaf","offers":[{"title":"First Grade \/ 500g","offer_id":51649977155887,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"First Grade \/ 100g","offer_id":49419968774447,"sku":"W403-5","price":26.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"First Grade \/ 30g sample","offer_id":51055290843439,"sku":null,"price":10.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/WhitePeonyLooseleaf-2.jpg?v=1720196953"},{"product_id":"2021-fuding-white-peony-tea-cake-grade1-autumn-aged","title":"2021 Aged Fuding Shou Mei Tea Cake - Grade 1 Autumn Harvest (150g)","description":"\u003cp\u003eExperience the authentic taste of Fujian's tea tradition with our 2021 Fuding Shou Mei Tea Cake. 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On Taoism (几于道), a visionary tea producer, asked a simple question: what if we combined the gentle elegance of Fuding white tea with the transformative power of golden flower fermentation (发花 \/ fa hua)? The result is Baicha Fuzhuan — a tea that honors ancient craft while charting entirely new territory. Each box proudly bears the inscription \"茯茶宗源地\" (Birthplace of Fu Tea), paying homage to Jingyang's centuries-old legacy as the cradle of this remarkable tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eThe name \"On Taoism\" draws from Chapter Eight of the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDao De Jing\u003c\/em\u003e: \"The highest goodness is like water.\" Just as water nourishes without competing, this tea embodies purity and accessibility. On Taoism pioneered clean-production methods in Fu brick manufacturing and was among the first to source premium tea leaves from South China's celebrated growing regions rather than relying solely on northern Qinling Mountain material. Their dedication to excellence earned recognition at the 2025 Global Tea Championship in Las Vegas, where their Golden Flower Fuzhuan received the Superior Leaf award for best leaf profile and best cup character, as well as the China Famous Tea Gold Award at the 2015 Milan World Expo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mb-4 break-words\"\u003eThis tea arrives in two beautifully designed packages, each carrying its own auspicious meaning rooted in Chinese tradition. Fu Bao (茯报), dressed in warm yellow, symbolizes blessings returned from good deeds — the universe's gratitude for kindness given. Fu Xi (茯熹), wrapped in celebratory red, represents joy and prosperity — an invitation for happiness to flourish. The tea within is identical: the same silky sweetness, the same chrysanthemum florals dancing with warm yeasty depth, the same clean complexity free of mustiness or harsh edges. 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Sourced from the prestigious core tea gardens of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"24\" data-index-in-node=\"163\"\u003eDiantou Town 店头镇, Fuding\u003c\/b\u003e, this selection combines the best of regional terroir with heritage craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"25\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaster’s Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e Produced under the supervision of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003eMaster \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/baike.baidu.com\/item\/%E6%A2%85%E7%9B%B8%E9%9D%96\/22841878\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMei Xiangjing 梅相靖\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e—the National-level Intangible Cultural Heritage inheritor for Fuding White Tea—this 2021 collection is part of Liumiao’s top-tier product line. It is made exclusively from the spring buds of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"25\" data-index-in-node=\"266\"\u003eFuding Dahao\u003c\/b\u003e tea trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"26\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"26\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Moutai-Style\" Packaging:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e The tea is housed in a 500g white opaque glass bottle with a smooth, porcelain-like texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePreservation:\u003c\/b\u003e The opaque design provides an excellent light barrier, ensuring the tea ages naturally without oxidation from external light sources.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e The design pays homage to the iconic style of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"27,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"57\"\u003eKweichow Moutai\u003c\/b\u003e, emphasizing its status as a collector-grade item. Each bottle comes in its own premium gift box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"28\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Scarcity (2021–2026):\u003c\/b\u003e Now aged for nearly \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"28\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003e6 years\u003c\/b\u003e, this Silver Needle has developed a smoother, honey-sweet profile with a refined aged character. It is currently at an ideal stage for immediate enjoyment or continued cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"29\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eInventory \u0026amp; Authenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStock:\u003c\/b\u003e We have only \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eone original factory-sealed cardboard case\u003c\/b\u003e (containing 6 bottles) left in stock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOptions:\u003c\/b\u003e Available as single bottles (500g) or as a full case of 6. If a single bottle is sold, the full-case option will be disabled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVerification:\u003c\/b\u003e Every bottle is equipped with Liumiao’s \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"54\"\u003e\"One Item, One Code\"\u003c\/b\u003e QR label, allowing you to verify its authenticity through official factory channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"30,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePricing:\u003c\/b\u003e Our pricing is identical to Liumiao’s official retail channels. We offer secure worldwide shipping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Orientaleaf","offers":[{"title":"Single Bottle (500g)","offer_id":54917146575151,"sku":null,"price":1357.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full Case (6 x 500g Bottles)","offer_id":54917146607919,"sku":null,"price":8142.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/2021LiumiaoYearoftheOxGrade1SilverNeedle_500g_-MasterMeiXiangjingSignature_1.jpg?v=1773060131"},{"product_id":"fuding-bai-mu-dan-white-tea-cake-spring-2023-silk-ray","title":"White Silk Ray — Fuding Bai Mu Dan White Tea Cake, Spring 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePressed from just twenty sun-dried Qingming cakes out of Guanyang, Fuding — this Bai Mu Dan sits exactly between Silver Needle's crystalline freshness and Shou Mei's honeyed depth, and somehow holds both at once.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA tea that is bright and sweet in the same breath — sun-dried, unhurried, and pressed into just twenty cakes from the heart of Fuding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes It Unique\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Guanyang, Fuding — Where White Tea Was Born.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFuding is the protected origin of Chinese white tea, and Guanyang 管阳 is one of its most respected growing areas. This is not a generic white tea. This is the real thing, from the source.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfectly Balanced Between Freshness and Sweetness.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMost white teas lean one way — either the green brightness of Silver Needle or the deep honey of Shou Mei. This Bai Mu Dan holds both at once. Fresh on the first sip. Sweet on the last. Balanced throughout.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun-Dried, Unmanipulated — The Leaf Decides.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo heat. No shaping. The leaves are laid out under the Fujian sun and left alone. This is white tea as it has always been made in Fuding — minimal intervention, maximum expression.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring 2023 Qingming Harvest — Peak Quality Window.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHarvested around Qingming Festival (清明, Qīng Míng), the most prized picking season in Chinese tea culture. Young buds, cool air, slow growth. You cannot recreate this timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOnly Twenty Cakes Exist.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThis is not a marketing number. Twenty cakes were pressed on May 3, 2023. When they are gone, this particular tea — this specific harvest, this exact year — is gone with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLoose-Pressed for Long-Term Aging — Not a Display Piece, a Living Tea.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unlike iron-compressed white tea cakes that prioritize shelf appearance, this cake is pressed at lower pressure intentionally. The looser structure allows oxygen to continue interacting with the leaf over time, enabling a cleaner and more even transformation (陈化, Chén Huà) as the cake ages. It is designed to be drunk now and to keep evolving for years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story Behind This Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite tea begins in Fuding. That is not a slogan — it is history. For centuries, the farmers of Fuding, Fujian have been producing white tea using the same fundamental method: pick the leaf, lay it in the sun, let it dry. No fixation (杀青, Shā Qīng). No rolling (揉捻, Róu Niǎn). No added heat. The process is almost radical in its restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bai Mu Dan (白牡丹, Bái Mǔ Dān) — literally \"White Peony\" — sits at the center of the white tea family. Above it is the Silver Needle (白毫银针, Bái Háo Yín Zhēn), prized for its singular buds and crystalline freshness. Below it is Shou Mei (寿眉, Shòu Méi), broader-leafed and deeply honeyed. Bai Mu Dan is picked as one bud with two young leaves — a structure that gives it range. It carries both the fragrance of the bud and the body of the leaf, and in a well-made batch, neither wins. They balance each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular cake comes from Guanyang (管阳), one of the core growing townships within the Fuding region. The area sits at altitude, with mineral-rich soil and the kind of mountain air that slows the growth of the leaf and concentrates its character. Harvested in late March 2023, around Qingming Festival — the most prized picking window in the Chinese tea calendar — the leaves were left to wither naturally under the Fujian sun, then compressed into cake form on May 3, 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pressing pressure was kept deliberately light. Unlike densely compressed iron-disc cakes (铁饼, Tiě Bǐng), this cake retains a loose, open structure — you can see the individual leaves and buds clearly on the surface without effort. This is not an accident of craft. A looser compression means the leaf continues to breathe after pressing, allowing the transformation process (陈化, Chén Huà) to proceed more evenly and cleanly over time. If you choose to age this cake, the structure is already working in your favor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe named it Silk Ray for two reasons. First, for the sunlight that makes this tea possible — the long, slow drying under open sky that is the defining act of white tea production. And second, for the texture it leaves behind in the cup: smooth, luminous, and lingering, like a ray of light moving through something fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter production, the cakes were transported immediately to Xi'an for dry storage (干仓, Gān Cāng) — a controlled, low-humidity environment that preserves the tea's clarity and allows for clean, natural aging over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty cakes were pressed. No more. If you have been looking for a Fuding Bai Mu Dan that is genuinely traceable, genuinely limited, and genuinely made with care — this is that tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery cake is traceable to a specific harvest date, a specific township, and a specific pressing date. No vague sourcing claims.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry-stored in Xi'an under controlled conditions — clean, odor-free, no humidity exposure. Learn more about our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/pages\/xi-an-dry-storage\"\u003estorage.\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe only offer what we trust, drink, and love. That is not a tagline. It is our buying policy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 20 cakes were ever pressed. Once they are gone, this harvest is gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf this tea speaks to you, this is the moment to decide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"西安岁时","offers":[{"title":"100g cake","offer_id":58146404073775,"sku":null,"price":37.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-silk-ray-fuding-bai-mu-dan-white-tea-cake-front.jpg?v=1783394790"},{"product_id":"2018-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-compressed-biscuit","title":"2018 Sun-Dried White Peony Fuding Compressed Biscuit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2018 Sun-Dried White Peony — Fuding Guanyang · Compressed Biscuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2018 spring White Peony from Guanyang Town, one of the higher-elevation growing areas within Fuding — the heartland of Chinese white tea. The leaves are Fuding Dabai cultivar, processed the traditional way: spread outdoors under direct sun rather than dried indoors in a controlled environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun-drying runs warmer and faster than indoor withering. It pushes oxidation a little further, which tends to produce a thicker, darker, and sweeter cup than shade-withered white tea of the same age. If you've only tried the pale, grassy style of young white tea, this one will feel noticeably different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter six years of loose-leaf aging at the Yunwu Tea Factory, the material was compressed in 2023 into these small single-serving biscuits. By now the transformation is well along: the liquor pours a deep reddish amber, and the dominant note is a warm, dried-date sweetness with a clean, lingering finish. There's no bitterness, no astringency — just a mellow, full body that comes from time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach biscuit weighs around 4.2g and is sealed in its own wrapper. It fits in a pocket or a bag without any fuss, which makes it genuinely useful outside the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged White Peony (白牡丹), compressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dabai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer piece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, sweet, full body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use one full biscuit in a gaiwan or small teapot. Water at 95–100 °C. First steep 20–30 seconds, then extend each steep by 10–15 seconds. Expect 7–9 rounds before the flavor fades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half a biscuit in a mug or thermos, 95–100 °C water, drink as it steeps. Refill when the cup is about a third full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half to one full biscuit per 300–400ml. Steep 3–4 minutes at 95–100 °C. Works well for a relaxed morning brew without fussing over timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biscuit will break apart naturally in hot water — no need to pre-break it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePacks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 2, 5, 10, and 50 biscuits. The 50-pack is the most economical option and keeps well at room temperature in a dry, odor-free space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA note on this style of tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sun-dried aged white tea is still a relatively small category outside China. If you're new to it, think of it as sitting between a lightly aged pu-erh and a classic Fuding white tea — the patience of one, the sweetness of the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCurious how the same harvest tastes with a different process? Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/products\/2018-indoor-withered-white-peony-fuding-compressed-biscuit\"\u003e2018 Indoor-Withered White Peony\u003c\/a\u003e comes from the same Guanyang spring 2018 harvest, withered slowly indoors rather than under the sun — the result is brighter, more floral, and gentler than this sun-dried version.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"2 bags sample","offer_id":58352996253999,"sku":null,"price":2.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 bags","offer_id":58352996286767,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 bags","offer_id":58352996319535,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 bags","offer_id":58352996352303,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/02-2018-sun-dried-white-peony-biscuit-packaging-front.jpg?v=1787219228"},{"product_id":"2018-indoor-withered-white-peony-fuding-compressed-biscuit","title":"2018 Indoor-Withered White Peony Fuding Compressed Biscuit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2018 Indoor-Withered White Peony — Fuding Guanyang · Compressed Biscuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame origin, same harvest year, different process — and a noticeably different cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2018 spring White Peony from Guanyang Town in Fuding, made from Fuding Dabai cultivar. Where our sun-dried version is processed outdoors under direct sunlight, this one was withered indoors: the freshly picked leaves were spread in a ventilated room and left to dry slowly at ambient temperature, over a longer period, without direct heat or light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat slower, gentler process is the whole point of indoor withering. With less heat stress on the leaf, the volatile aromatics have more time to develop rather than burn off. The result tends to be a cleaner, brighter style — more floral, more delicate — compared to the deeper, darker profile that sun exposure encourages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter five years of loose-leaf aging at the Yunwu Tea Factory, the material was compressed in 2023 into these single-serving biscuits. Five years is an early-to-mid stage for aged white tea: the raw, grassy edge of a young white peony has faded, and the cup is beginning to soften and round out, but it hasn't yet crossed into the deeper, date-and-wood territory of a longer-aged tea. The liquor pours a clear, bright amber — clean and inviting. The flavor is gentle and sweet, with a light floral quality still present and a soft, smooth body building underneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to understand where this tea is going, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/products\/2018-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-compressed-biscuit\"\u003e2018 Sun-Dried White Peony\u003c\/a\u003e offers a useful comparison: same year, same town, further along in transformation, with a richer and heavier profile. Neither is better — they represent two different approaches to the same raw material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach biscuit weighs around 4.2g and is individually sealed. It travels well and brews easily wherever you are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged White Peony, compressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dabai\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor natural withering; pressed 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer piece\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~4.2g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear, bright amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloral, gently sweet, smooth and clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e One full biscuit in a gaiwan or small teapot. Water at 95–100 °C. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 7–9 rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half a biscuit in a mug or thermos, 95–100 °C water, drink as it steeps. Refill when the cup is about a third full. The clean profile of this tea works especially well this way — it stays pleasant without turning harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half to one full biscuit per 300–400ml, 95–100 °C, 3–4 minutes. A relaxed, low-effort brew that still shows the tea's character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe biscuit breaks apart naturally in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePacks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 2, 5, 10, and 50 biscuits. Keeps well at room temperature in a dry, odor-free space. The 50-pack is the most economical option and also lets you track how the tea continues to develop over the months you're working through it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to aged white tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a good starting point. It's gentle and approachable, without any of the intensity that puts some people off older teas. If you enjoy it and want to explore further, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/products\/2018-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-compressed-biscuit\"\u003esun-dried version from the same harvest\u003c\/a\u003e is a natural next step.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"2 bags sample","offer_id":58355282641199,"sku":null,"price":2.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 bags","offer_id":58355282673967,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 bags","offer_id":58355282706735,"sku":null,"price":11.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 bags","offer_id":58355282739503,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2018-indoor-withered-white-peony-biscuit-packaging-stacked.jpg?v=1787295024"},{"product_id":"fortune-2021-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-50g-mini-cake","title":"Fortune 2021 Sun-Dried Shou Mei Fuding 50g Mini Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Fortune\" 2021 Sun-Dried Shou Mei — Fuding Guanyang · 50g Mini Cake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFortune is the English translation of 福 — the Chinese character on the wrapper. A simple name for a straightforward tea.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2021 spring Shou Mei from Guanyang Town, one of the higher-elevation growing areas in Fuding. The material is Fuding Dahao cultivar, withered outdoors under direct sun in the traditional manner. It comes from Liufeng Tea, produced at the Yunwu Tea Factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA note on the grade: Shou Mei is the broader-leaf grade of Fuding white tea, harvested later in the spring than White Peony. This particular lot sits at the upper end of the Shou Mei range — larger, more developed leaves than you would find in a White Peony, but well-sorted and consistent, closer to what is classified as Gong Mei. For an aged cake, that fuller leaf character is an advantage: there is more material to work with, and the flavor profile tends toward richness rather than delicacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun-withering matters here for the same reasons it does in any aged white tea. The direct heat during processing encourages a deeper level of initial oxidation, which steers the tea toward a thicker, darker, and sweeter character as it ages. After several years of loose-leaf storage, the material was pressed into this loosely bound cake. By now the transformation is clearly underway: the liquor pours a deep reddish amber, the dominant note is a warm dried-date sweetness, and the body is full and mellow. It is sitting comfortably in early-to-mid aged territory. The harder edges of a young white tea are gone; what remains is smooth and approachable without being flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loose pressing is intentional and worth noting. You can break off what you need by hand — no tea pick, no tools required. The leaf structure stays relatively intact, which also means the cake can continue to age naturally if you are not in a hurry to finish it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged Shou Mei (寿眉), compressed cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; loosely pressed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, full-bodied, warm and sweet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off approximately 5g — about a tenth of the cake — for a gaiwan or small teapot. The loose pressing makes this easy to do by feel. Water at 95–100 °C. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 7–9 rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2–3g in a mug or thermos, 95–100 °C water, drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is around a third full. The sweet, low-bitterness character of this tea makes it forgiving in a long steep — it won't turn harsh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 3–5g per 300–400ml, 95–100 °C, 3–4 minutes. A good option when you want a relaxed, unfussy brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe loosely pressed leaf separates naturally in hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStorage and Aging\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, this cake will continue to develop. If you buy more than one, it's worth revisiting the same cake every six to twelve months — the changes are gradual but real.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e This tea is fuller-bodied and richer than the White Peony grades from the same region, owing to the larger leaf and the sun-drying process. 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The Chen Pi is also from 2024, dried and cut into fine strips before being blended with the tea leaf. Both are from the same year — this is a young tea, not an aged one, and it's worth being upfront about that: the character here comes from the process and the pairing, not from years of storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun-dried Shou Mei already leans toward the fuller, sweeter end of the white tea spectrum. The sun exposure during withering drives a deeper initial oxidation, producing a thick, dark liquor and a warmth that shade-withered teas of the same grade don't quite match. Chen Pi adds another layer on top of that: a dry, citrusy brightness that cuts through the sweetness, a mild bitterness that gives the cup some structure, and a distinctive aroma that lingers after the sip. The two complement each other more than they compete — the tea provides body and sweetness, the peel provides lift and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shape is worth a mention. Each 30g piece is pressed into a waffle form — scored into six equal sections, each around 5g. You break off one section by hand for a gongfu session, half a section for a mug or thermos. No tools, no guesswork, no loose tea going everywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). 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Water at 95–100 °C. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 7–9 rounds. The Chen Pi aroma tends to be most prominent in the first few steeps, then settles into the background as the tea flavor comes forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half a section in a mug or thermos, 95–100 °C water. Drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is about a third full. The blend holds up well to long contact with water — neither the tea nor the peel turns sharp or bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e One section per 300–400ml, 95–100 °C, 3–4 minutes. The citrus note from the Chen Pi comes through clearly in a longer steep, making this a particularly good option for this style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePacks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in 1, 5, 10, and 50 cakes. Each cake covers six full gongfu sessions. The 50-pack is the most economical option and stores well at room temperature in a dry, odor-free space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to Chen Pi white tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e The combination is more approachable than it might sound. The peel doesn't dominate — it adds a background citrus note and a gentle complexity that makes the cup more interesting without changing the fundamental character of the tea. 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It's a fair description of what's inside: something dense, heavy, and worth the wait.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2012 late-spring White Peony from Xitou village, Guanyang Town, Fuding — one of the higher-elevation growing areas in the region. The material is a blend of Fuding Dabai and Fuding Dahao cultivars, withered outdoors under direct sun in the traditional manner. It was pressed into this 500g brick in June 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on the grade, because honesty matters here: this is late-spring White Peony, harvested toward the end of the spring flush rather than at the peak. The leaves are more developed and the material includes natural tea stems. That puts it somewhere between a classic White Peony and Shou Mei in character — not the most delicate grade, but that's not the point of this tea, and it's reflected in the price. The stems actually contribute something useful: a natural sweetness that runs through the cup and rounds out the body. For a tea meant to be aged and drunk deeply rather than sipped lightly, this is a sensible starting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe processing adds another layer. Sun-withering pushes oxidation further than indoor withering, building a thicker, darker base. That foundation, combined with over a decade of aging, has brought this tea into genuinely mature territory. The liquor pours a deep reddish amber — almost red-brown — and the flavors are unmistakably those of a well-aged white: dried date, a warm medicinal depth that the Chinese call 药香 (yào xiāng), and a clean sweetness that lingers long after the sip. The raw, grassy notes of youth are completely gone. What remains is mellow, full, and settled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo stages of aging are worth understanding here. The material spent its first five years as loose leaf before being pressed in 2017. Since then it has continued aging as a tight brick. Bricks pressed in that era were compressed firmly — this one holds its shape and requires a tea pick to break apart. That tight compression slows the aging process slightly compared to a loose cake, which means the tea has developed steadily rather than rapidly. The result is consistent throughout the brick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). 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The heat opens up the aromatics and brings out the depth that cooler water would leave behind. Don't treat it like a young white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a tea pick to break off approximately 5g and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). Rinse once briefly with boiling water and discard — this loosens the compressed leaf and wakes the tea up. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 10 or more rounds. The date and medicinal notes build gradually across the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2–3g in a mug or thermos with boiling water. Drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is about a third full. The maturity of this tea means it handles extended contact with water well — no sharpness, no bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 3–5g per 300–400ml, boiling water, 3–4 minutes. The full body and dark liquor come through clearly this way, and it's a low-effort method that suits the character of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30g sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — enough for six full gongfu sessions. A good way to get to know the tea before committing to a full brick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500g brick\u003c\/strong\u003e — the complete cake. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. Given the tight compression, break off what you need as you go and leave the rest intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Twelve-plus years of aged white tea from a named origin and producer is not common at this price point. The grade is honest — this is not a premium White Peony — but the aging is real, the flavor is there, and the cost reflects the material rather than any marketing premium. If you've been curious about mature white tea but not ready to spend heavily on it, this is a reasonable entry point.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"30g sample","offer_id":58357666087215,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g brick","offer_id":58357666119983,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-gold-brick-2012-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-500g-brick-packaging-front.jpg?v=1787375022"},{"product_id":"2014-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-100g-waffle-cake","title":"2014 Sun-Dried White Peony Fuding 100g Waffle Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"2014 Sun-Dried White Peony — Fuding Guanyang · 100g Waffle Cake\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2014 late-spring White Peony from Xitou village, Guanyang Town — one of the higher-elevation growing areas in Fuding. The material is a blend of Fuding Dabai and Fuding Dahao cultivars, withered outdoors under direct sun. After roughly two years of loose-leaf aging, it was pressed into this waffle cake format in February 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on the grade: this is late-spring White Peony, harvested toward the end of the spring flush. The leaves are more developed than a first-flush White Peony, and the material includes natural tea stems. That puts it closer to the border between White Peony and Shou Mei in character. The stems aren't a flaw — they carry more natural sugars than the leaf alone, which over a decade of aging translates into a rounder, sweeter cup. The price reflects the grade honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTen-plus years of aging, starting from a sun-dried base, has brought this tea well into mature territory. The liquor pours a deep reddish amber, almost red-brown. The dominant notes are dried date and a warm medicinal depth — 药香, the characteristic aroma of properly aged white tea — with a clean sweetness that carries through to the finish. There's nothing raw or grassy left. It's settled, mellow, and ready to drink now without any further waiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waffle format is practical. Each 100g cake is scored into 18 equal sections, each weighing around 5.5g — exactly one gongfu session. Break off a section by hand, brew it, done. No tea pick, no weighing, no loose tea to manage. If you're the kind of person who drinks tea daily and wants something that removes friction from the process, that's what this format is for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged White Peony (白牡丹), waffle cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring 2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXitou, Guanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dabai \u0026amp; Fuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed February 2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 break-apart pieces, ~5.5g each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish amber to red-brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, medicinal depth, sweet and full-bodied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA note on water temperature: despite being White Peony by grade, ten-plus years of aging means fully boiling water (100 °C) is appropriate and recommended. The heat opens up the aromatics and brings out the body that cooler water leaves behind. Don't treat it like a young white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off one section (~5.5g) by hand and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). A brief rinse with boiling water before the first steep helps loosen the compressed leaf. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 10 or more rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e About half a section in a mug or thermos with boiling water. Drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is about a third full. The maturity of this tea means it handles long contact with water well — no bitterness, no sharp edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e One section per 300–400ml, boiling water, 3–4 minutes. The dark liquor and full body come through clearly, and it's a relaxed, low-effort way to brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle cake (100g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 18 gongfu sessions. A good way to get acquainted with the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5-cake tin box (500g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps well in the tin, which also makes it a decent gift option without overthinking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10-cake bundle (1kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — wrapped in hemp rope. The most economical option. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. The waffle format stacks and stores cleanly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn value:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is everyday drinking tea. The grade is honest, the aging is real, and the price reflects both. If you want a mature aged white tea that you can brew on a Tuesday morning without worrying about finishing the last of something precious, this is what that looks like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e This sits between the 2018 compressed biscuits and the 2012 Gold Brick in terms of age and depth. It's more developed than the 2018s, with the full date-and-medicinal character of a properly aged tea — but slightly lighter in body than the 2012, which has had two more years on top. For the fuller-bodied sister tea from the same harvest, see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2014-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-100g-waffle-cake\"\u003e2014 Shou Mei waffle cake\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"Single Cake 100g","offer_id":58357862367535,"sku":null,"price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tin Box — 5 Cakes 5×100g","offer_id":58357862400303,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bundle — 10 Cakes 10×100g","offer_id":58357862433071,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2014-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-100g-waffle-cake-bundle-10-pack.jpg?v=1787383498"},{"product_id":"2014-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-100g-waffle-cake","title":"2014 Sun-Dried Shou Mei Fuding 100g Waffle Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"2014 Sun-Dried Shou Mei — Fuding Guanyang · 100g Waffle Cake\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2014 late-spring Shou Mei from Xitou village, Guanyang Town — one of the higher-elevation growing areas in Fuding. The material is a blend of Fuding Dabai and Fuding Dahao cultivars, withered outdoors under direct sun. After roughly two years of loose-leaf aging, it was pressed into this waffle cake in February 2016.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShou Mei is the broadest-leaf grade of Fuding white tea, harvested later in the spring than White Peony. The leaves are larger, more fully developed, and the material includes more stems than a finer grade would. That's not a compromise — it's the nature of the grade, and it has a direct effect on what ends up in the cup. The thick leaf and stem carry a higher proportion of natural sugars, and over a decade of aging those sugars translate into a notably sweet, full-bodied cup. Shou Mei also tends to be more durable than finer grades: the heavier leaf holds up across more steeps, which is why this tea runs to 12 or more rounds in a gongfu session. The price reflects the grade honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTen-plus years of aging from a sun-dried base has brought this tea well into mature territory. The liquor pours a deep reddish amber, sometimes tipping toward red-brown. The dominant notes are dried date and the warm medicinal depth that comes with properly aged white tea — what the Chinese call 药香 — with a sweetness that carries clean through to the finish. There's nothing raw or sharp left. It's settled and mellow and ready to drink now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe waffle format is practical. Each 100g cake is scored into 18 equal sections of around 5.5g each — one section, one gongfu session. Break it off by hand, brew it, done. No tools, no measuring, no loose leaf to deal with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged Shou Mei (寿眉), waffle cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring 2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXitou, Guanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dabai \u0026amp; Fuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed February 2016\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSections\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 break-apart pieces, ~5.5g each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish amber to red-brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, medicinal depth, sweet and full-bodied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoiling water (100 °C) is the right choice here. Shou Mei's thick leaf and stem structure is built for it — the heat opens up the leaf fully and brings out both the sweetness and the depth. Lower temperatures will leave something on the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off one section (~5.5g) by hand and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). A quick rinse with boiling water before the first steep helps loosen the compressed leaf. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 12 or more rounds — Shou Mei's heavier leaf holds up longer than finer grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half a section in a mug or thermos with boiling water. Drink as it steeps, refill when the cup is about a third full. The maturity and natural sweetness of this tea make it forgiving — no bitterness, no sharp edges even with extended steeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e One section per 300–400ml, boiling water, 3–4 minutes. The dark, full-bodied liquor comes through clearly this way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Cake (100g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 18 gongfu sessions. A practical way to try it before committing to more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTin Box — 5 Cakes (500g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — stores well in the tin. A reasonable choice if you drink daily or want a presentable option for giving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBundle — 10 Cakes (1kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — wrapped in hemp rope. The most economical option. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn value:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is daily drinking tea. The grade is honest, the aging is real, and the price reflects both. Shou Mei at this age gives you more steeps per session than a finer grade would, which makes it practical as well as enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e We also carry a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2014-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-100g-waffle-cake\"\u003e2014 White Peony waffle cake\u003c\/a\u003e from the same harvest, same producer, same format. The White Peony uses a finer grade of leaf with a slightly more delicate character; this Shou Mei is fuller-bodied, yields more steeps, and sits at a similar price point. Neither is objectively better — they're different expressions of the same year and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"Single Cake 100g","offer_id":58358124347695,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Tin Box — 5 Cakes 5×100g","offer_id":58358124380463,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Bundle — 10 Cakes 10×100g","offer_id":58358124413231,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2014-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-100g-waffle-cake-packaging-side.jpg?v=1787387577"},{"product_id":"2018-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-350g-cake","title":"2018 Sun-Dried Shou Mei Fuding 350g Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"2018 Sun-Dried Shou Mei — Fuding Guanyang · 350g Cake\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2018 late-spring Shou Mei from Xitou village, Guanyang Town in Fuding. The material is Fuding Dahao cultivar, withered outdoors under direct sun. After five years of loose-leaf aging, it was pressed into this 350g cake in 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShou Mei is the broadest-leaf grade of Fuding white tea — larger, more developed leaves harvested later in the spring. This particular lot is late-spring material, which means the leaf is on the fuller end even for Shou Mei. It's not a fine or delicate grade, and it doesn't try to be. The thick leaf and natural stems carry more sugars than a finer grade would, and over time those sugars round out into the sweetness that makes aged Shou Mei worth drinking. The price reflects the grade honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeven years in, this tea is at an early-to-mid stage of aging. The raw, grassy edge of a young white tea is gone. The liquor pours a deep reddish amber, the date sweetness is clearly present, and the medicinal depth — 药香 — is beginning to develop. It's drinking well now and will continue to develop if you choose to hold some back. The sun-dried processing provides a richer, thicker base than indoor withering would: more body, darker liquor, and a warmth that suits the Shou Mei character well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged Shou Mei (寿眉), compressed cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLate spring 2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXitou, Guanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed 2023\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep reddish amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, emerging medicinal depth, sweet and full-bodied\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoiling water (100 °C) is the right choice. Shou Mei's thick leaf structure handles full heat well — it opens up the sweetness and body in a way that lower temperatures won't.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off approximately 5g with a tea pick and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). A quick rinse with boiling water before the first steep helps loosen the compressed leaf. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 12 or more rounds — the heavy leaf holds up well across a long session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2–3g in a mug or thermos with boiling water. Drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is about a third full. The natural sweetness keeps this pleasant even with extended contact — no bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 3–5g per 300–400ml, boiling water, 3–4 minutes. Straightforward and forgiving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e30g Sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — roughly six gongfu sessions. A low-commitment way to try the tea before buying a full cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Cake (350g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard option. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. The cake will continue to develop in storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTong — 7 Cakes (2.45kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the full traditional tong, the most economical option. Worth considering if you drink Shou Mei regularly or want to track how this tea develops over the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e We also carry \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2014-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-100g-waffle-cake\"\u003e2014 Shou Mei\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2014-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-100g-waffle-cake\"\u003e2014 White Peony\u003c\/a\u003e in the waffle cake format — both older and further along in transformation, with a deeper date-and-medicinal profile. This 2018 cake is a few years behind that stage: lighter in body, a bit fresher in character, and priced accordingly. If you want to drink aged Shou Mei daily and let some of it continue aging on the shelf, this is a practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"30g Sample","offer_id":58363391508783,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"350g Cake","offer_id":58363391541551,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"\"Seven-Cake\" stack (350g × 7)","offer_id":58363391574319,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2018-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-350g-cake-packaging-front.jpg?v=1787566408"},{"product_id":"2020-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-guanyang-350g-cake","title":"2020 Sun-Dried White Peony — Fuding Guanyang · 350g Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2020 Sun-Dried White Peony — Fuding Guanyang · 350g Cake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2020 spring White Peony from Xitou village, Guanyang Town in Fuding. The material is Fuding Dahao cultivar, withered outdoors under direct sun in the traditional manner. After roughly a year of loose-leaf aging, it was pressed into this 350g cake in 2021.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite Peony sits above Shou Mei in the grade hierarchy — finer leaf, more bud content, a more delicate base to start from. That matters when you're talking about aging, because the transformation has different things to work with. Five years in, this tea is at an early-to-mid stage: the fresh, grassy notes of a new white tea are gone, the sweetness has deepened and settled, and the date character that defines well-aged Fuding white tea is clearly present. It hasn't yet reached the heavier, more complex medicinal depth of a longer-aged tea — and it doesn't claim to. What it offers is a tea that's genuinely pleasant to drink now, with some development still ahead if you're inclined to hold any back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sun-dried processing contributes body and warmth from the start. Sun-withered teas tend to oxidize a little further during processing than indoor-withered ones, which pushes the flavor profile toward richness rather than delicacy. Combined with five years of aging, the result is a cup that's fuller and sweeter than you might expect from a five-year-old White Peony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne thing worth noting: the first steep pours a pale golden yellow, then shifts noticeably to a deeper reddish amber from the second steep onward. It's a visible marker of where this tea sits in its aging — the early transformation is there, but it hasn't fully committed to the deep red of a long-aged tea. Both colors are accurate; neither is a defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged White Peony (白牡丹), compressed cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2020\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXitou, Guanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed 2021\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e350g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale golden (first steep) → deep reddish amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, sweet, smooth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAging stage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly to mid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu (recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off approximately 5g with a tea pick and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). Water at 95 °C. A quick rinse before the first steep helps loosen the compressed leaf. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 10 or more rounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa \/ long steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 2–3g in a mug or thermos at 95 °C. Drink as it steeps and refill when the cup is about a third full. The sweetness holds up well in a long steep without turning bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 3–5g per 300–400ml, 95 °C, 3–4 minutes. Straightforward and easy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30g Sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — roughly six gongfu sessions. A sensible starting point before committing to a full cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Cake (350g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard option. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight. The cake will continue to develop slowly in storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTong — 7 Cakes (2.45kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most economical option. If you drink White Peony regularly and want to watch how it changes over the next few years, buying a tong and opening cakes periodically is one of the more rewarding ways to engage with aged white tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e In terms of age, this sits below the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2018-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-350g-cake\"\u003e2018 Shou Mei cake\u003c\/a\u003e and further still below \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2014-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-100g-waffle-cake\"\u003eour 2014 products\u003c\/a\u003e. But the grade difference matters as much as the vintage. White Peony starts from a finer leaf than Shou Mei, which means the character is cleaner and a little lighter even at the same age. If you want more body and more steeps, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2018-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-350g-cake\"\u003eShou Mei\u003c\/a\u003e is the direction to go. If you want something more refined at a similar price point, this is it.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"30g Sample","offer_id":58365347594543,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"350g Cake","offer_id":58365347627311,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"\"Seven-Cake\" stack (350g × 7)","offer_id":58365347660079,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2020-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-350g-cake-front-wrap.jpg?v=1787634294"},{"product_id":"2013-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-guanyang-300g-cake","title":"2013 Sun-Dried Shou Mei — Fuding Guanyang · 300g Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2013 Sun-Dried Shou Mei — Fuding Guanyang · 300g Cake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2013 spring Shou Mei from Xitou village, Guanyang Town in Fuding. The material is Fuding Dahao cultivar, withered outdoors under direct sun. After four years of loose-leaf aging, it was pressed into this 300g cake in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's worth being straightforward about the grade: this is coarse-end spring Shou Mei. The leaves are large and well-developed, the stems are present, and it is not a fine or delicate raw material by any measure. That's not a problem at this age — it's actually part of why this tea works. The heavy leaf and stems carry more natural sugars than a finer grade would, and twelve-plus years of aging have had plenty of material to work with. What comes out the other side is a cup that's dense, sweet, and deeply satisfying in a way that a more refined starting point often isn't. The price reflects the grade honestly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwelve years in, this tea is well into mature territory — further along than anything else in our current range except the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-brick-2012-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-500g-brick\"\u003e2012 Gold Brick\u003c\/a\u003e. The raw character of young white tea is completely gone. The liquor pours a clear, bright red — vivid and clean, not murky. The flavor has moved beyond simple date sweetness into something more layered: there's the dried date, and underneath it a ginseng-like depth that the Chinese call 参香, and a broader medicinal warmth that settles in after the sip. It's not subtle. It's the kind of cup that makes it immediately obvious you're drinking something that has had time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSun-dried processing was the right call for this grade and this aging trajectory. The additional oxidation from direct sun exposure gave the tea a richer, darker foundation to age from. Combined with the natural sugars in the coarser leaf, the result is a cup with genuine body and weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne practical note on brewing method: this is one of the few teas in our range where a slow steep — grandpa style or 焖泡 in a thermos — genuinely outperforms gongfu for many drinkers. The extended contact with boiling water draws out the sweetness and the deeper aromatic layers in a way that the quick steeps of gongfu don't always capture. That said, gongfu gives you more control and more rounds, so it depends on what you're after.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea meets Chinese national food safety standards (GB). There is no organic certification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cake was originally pressed to a 350g standard in 2017. The raw material — coarse, late-spring Shou Mei — wasn't easy to sell at the time, so it was set aside deliberately for long-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, aged tea cakes lose moisture and mass gradually as they continue to transform. By the time this tea reached the stage where it was genuinely worth drinking, the actual cake weight had settled to somewhere between 310g and 340g. We label it at 300g to make sure every cake you receive meets or exceeds what's on the wrapper — not as a conservative estimate, but as an honest one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you're getting is a cake that weighs more than labeled, made from material that needed time to become what it is now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTea type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAged Shou Mei (寿眉), compressed cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHarvest\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring 2013\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXitou, Guanyang Town, Fuding, Fujian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProducer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiufeng Tea · Yunwu Tea Factory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCultivar\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFuding Dahao\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProcess\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun-dried withering; pressed 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300g per cake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLiquor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear, bright red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFlavor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDried date, ginseng depth, medicinal warmth, sweet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAging stage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChina national standard (GB) \/ food safety\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBrewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully boiling water (100 °C) throughout. At this age and with this leaf structure, there's no reason to hold back on temperature — the heat is what opens the tea up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSlow steep \/ 焖泡 (particularly recommended):\u003c\/strong\u003e About 3g in a thermos or lidded mug with boiling water. Let it sit for 10–15 minutes or longer before drinking. Refill with boiling water when the cup is about a third full. This method suits the tea well — the extended time in hot water draws out the sweetness and the deeper aromatic layers that faster methods can leave behind. It also makes for an effortless brew throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same as above, but in an open mug. Drink as it steeps, refill as needed. Less concentrated than a thermos steep, but equally low-effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu:\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off approximately 5g with a tea pick and brew in a gaiwan or small teapot (around 110ml). A quick rinse with boiling water before the first steep. First steep 20–30 seconds, extend by 10–15 seconds each round. Expect 12 or more rounds — the coarse leaf holds up exceptionally well across a long session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn gongfu timing:\u003c\/strong\u003e this tea is not afraid of a long steep — don’t rush it. If the water isn’t hot enough, or the steep is too short, the liquor won’t reach that deep, rich red and will come out thin and flat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern \/ pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Around 3–5g per 300–400ml, boiling water, 4–5 minutes. The dark, full-bodied liquor comes through clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30g Sample\u003c\/strong\u003e — roughly six gongfu sessions. A practical way to try an aged tea before committing to a full cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Cake (300g)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the standard option. Store in a dry, odor-free space at room temperature, away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTong — 7 Cakes (2.1kg)\u003c\/strong\u003e — the most economical option. At this age, the tea is stable — you're not buying it to age further, you're buying it to drink. A tong is a reasonable supply if this becomes part of your regular rotation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn value:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged white tea from a named origin, at a daily-drinker price, is not common. The grade is coarse and the description says so. But the aging is real, the flavor is there, and if you've been curious about what mature Fuding white tea actually tastes like without paying a premium for fine raw material, this is a direct answer to that question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're comparing across the range:\u003c\/strong\u003e The closest product is the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/gold-brick-2012-sun-dried-white-peony-fuding-500g-brick\"\u003e2012 Gold Brick\u003c\/a\u003e — same region, similar grade, one year older. The Gold Brick is pressed tighter and in a larger format (500g); this cake is 300g and somewhat easier to work through. The flavor profiles at this age are broadly similar — both are in mature territory with date and medicinal character — but the Gold Brick has had one additional year and a different compression history. Either works as an entry point into older Fuding white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"云雾茶厂","offers":[{"title":"30g Sample","offer_id":58365439639855,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300g Cake","offer_id":58365439672623,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"\"Seven-Cake\" stack (300g × 7)","offer_id":58365439705391,"sku":null,"price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/files\/01-2013-sun-dried-shou-mei-fuding-300g-cake-front-wrap.jpg?v=1787636083"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0848\/4854\/1999\/collections\/2023FudingWhitePeonyTeaBrick_Grade1_SpringHarvest_-200gHand-PressedFujianWhiteTea_8.webp?v=1773640764","url":"https:\/\/orientaleaf.com\/collections\/fuding-white-tea.oembed?page=2","provider":"Orientaleaf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}