Fei Zi Xiao Black Tea | Lychee Aroma from Tongmuguan

A refined black tea with natural lychee aroma—sweet, smooth, and steeped in legend.

Fei Zi Xiao Black Tea – Naturally Sweet, Grown in Tongmuguan

Fei Zi Xiao (妃子笑), also known as Concubine’s Smile, is a specialty black tea crafted in Tongmuguan, Wuyi Mountains—home of the original Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong (Lapsang Souchong). This tea is a modern take on traditional techniques, offering a softer, fruitier experience while preserving the essence of classic Wuyi black tea.

Its name comes from a story of lavish devotion: to make the beloved concubine Yang Guifei(杨贵妃) smile, the emperor of Tang dynasty ordered fresh lychees to be rushed thousands of miles to the capital. This tea recalls that indulgent sweetness—with a natural lychee note that’s both gentle and enchanting.

🌱 Origin and Processing

• Region: Core Protected Area, Tongmuguan, Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
• Altitude: High mountain, forest-rich terrain
• Harvest: Spring 2025
• Craftsmanship: Refined small-batch processing rooted in Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong tradition, without artificial flavoring.
• Producer: Ruolan Tea Factory in Nanping, Fujian — a family-run tea maker with over 50 years of experience in Wuyi tea. Three generations of tea artisans work together, focusing on quality and traditional methods.

🍃 Appearance & Aroma

• Dry Leaves: Tightly twisted, glossy black strands with golden tips
• Aroma: Natural lychee fruit note blended with sweet floral and honey hints; clean and fresh—no smoke, no green or off-note.

🍵 Brewing & Taste

• Infusion: Clear, bright red liquor
• Flavor Profile: Smooth and mellow, naturally sweet, with fast and lasting hui gan (pleasant returning sweetness)
• Mouthfeel: Gentle and comforting, never bitter or astringent
• Aftertaste: Lingering lychee-like fruitiness that leaves a soft, fragrant finish

🍂 Tea Leaves After Brewing

• Uniformly red, soft, and elastic leaves that reveal the quality of the material and expert fermentation

✅ Why Choose This Tea?

• Grown in the birthplace of Chinese black tea: Tongmuguan
• Unique lychee aroma without any added flavors
• A poetic blend of history, craft, and natural beauty
• Ideal for gifting, sharing, or daily enjoyment