If you have been curious about the legendary "Golden Flowers" (Eurotium cristatum) but aren't ready to commit to a full 900g collector's brick, this Mini Fuzhuan Tea Flight is your perfect starting point.
We have selected three distinct expressions of Fuzhuan tea that represent the pinnacle of their respective styles: Yunnan's refined innovation, Shaanxi’s high-mountain terroir, and Hunan’s vintage mastery. This 90g flight is designed to help you calibrate your palate and find your favorite profile.
The Comparison: At a Glance
| Feature |
On Taoism 1958 |
Authentic YXT Dabashan |
Jingyang Genshe 2010 |
| Tea Base |
Yunnan Large-Leaf (Fengqing) |
Shaanxi Daba Mountain |
Hunan Anhua (Classic) |
| Aging Status |
5-Year Pre-Pressing Aging |
2018 Pressed (6+ Years) |
2010 Vintage (16+ Years) |
| Craft Highlight |
High-Grade Leaves (<5% Stems) |
Traditional Hand-Tamping |
Rare Tea-Oil Infusion (Ao Cha You) |
| Key Note |
2015 Milan Expo Gold Medalist |
GI Certified / Top 10 Fuzhuan Tea Brand of Xianyang |
National Intangible Heritage |
| Flavor Profile |
Silky, Refined, High Sweetness |
Earthy, Bold, Wild Honey |
Medicinal, Deep Wood, Velvet |
What’s Inside the Flight?
1. On Taoism 1958: The Refined Innovator (Yunnan Base)
This tea redefines Fuzhuan by using premium Yunnan large-leaf material. While standard Fu tea allows up to 20% stems, this selection features less than 5% stems, resulting in an exceptionally clean and elegant liquor.
2. Authentic YXT Dabashan: The Terroir Specialist (Shaanxi Base)
Sourced from the high-elevation gardens of the Daba Mountains, this brick represents the traditional Shaanxi style.
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The Experience: Using the "Hand-Tamping" (Shougong Zhuzhi) method, the brick's internal structure is perfectly calibrated for prolific Golden Flower colonization. Expect a grounded, robust tea with significant aging potential.
3. Jingyang Genshe 2010: The Vintage Masterpiece (Hunan Base)
Handmade by Master Jia Genshe, a guardian of National Intangible Cultural Heritage. This tea uses the rare "Tea-Oil Infusion" technique—re-applying concentrated tea liquor during fermentation to create unparalleled body.
Sample Specifications
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Total Weight: 90g (3 x 30g individual samples).
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Servings: Each 30g bag provides roughly 4 to 6 full Gongfu sessions, giving you ample opportunity to explore the tea's evolution over multiple steeps.
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Packaging: High-barrier Mylar bags with a resealable zipper. This ensures the Golden Flowers remain active and the tea stays protected from moisture and odors after opening.
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The Purpose: This flight allows you to compare different ages, terroirs, and processing methods side-by-side, making your next full-brick purchase a confident one.
