{"product_id":"o126","title":"Phoenix Oolong Shi Hua Xiang 2021","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFinished with Three-Stage Roasting: Nong Xiang Type Shi Hua Xiang\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a Nong Xiang (strong aroma) type Shi Hua Xiang finished with three-stage roasting. \u003cbr\u003eBy roasting at a low temperature over charcoal to avoid burning, the tea undergoes maturation, developing fruity and dried fruit flavors in addition to floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Shi Hua Xiang (柿花香)?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShi Hua Xiang refers to 'Persimmon Flower Aroma.' The name originates from the fragrance of persimmon blossoms, which emit a distinctive, rich, and slightly sweet floral scent. This tea's name reflects its unique flavor, which combines floral and fruity characteristics reminiscent of blooming persimmon trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cimg alt=\"A heap of dark twisted dry oolong leaves on a white background\" sizes=\"(max-width: 630px) 100vw, 630px\" height=\"420\" width=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/o126_01.jpg?v=1737905445\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-9219\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Shi Hua Xiang shares aromatic similarities with Ye Lai Xiang, Zhi Lan Xiang, and Sheng Jiang Xiang. \u003cbr\u003eIt carries floral notes reminiscent of magnolia, narcissus, and lily, along with rich, sweet fruity flavors like baked apple, pear, and dried berries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCharcoal Roasting Without Burning: The Craft of a Skilled Tea Master\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharcoal-roasted tea is common in China and Taiwan, but it is crucial to roast without burning. \u003cbr\u003eIn recent years, many producers, especially in Wuyi Mountain, have adopted high-temperature roasting, achieving a roasted surface in just one or two firings and marketing it as charcoal-roasted tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen tea is roasted beyond a certain temperature, its components undergo thermal oxidation and burn. High-temperature roasted tea loses its original character, with burnt notes overpowering the flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper tea roasting should be done at lower temperatures to prevent burning. However, at lower temperatures, a single roasting does not bring significant aromatic changes. Therefore, repeated roasting is required to gradually develop a matured, sweet flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hojo-phoenix-common\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe frequently visit Fenghuang Town in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province, to source high-quality Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong tea directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7967.jpg\" alt=\"An old Phoenix Dan Cong tree on Wu Dong Shan and me, Akira Hojo\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn old Phoenix Dan Cong tree on Wu Dong Shan and me, Akira Hojo\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/IMG_7986.jpg\" alt=\"Tea trees growing on the steep, rocky slopes of Wu Dong Shan\" width=\"630\" height=\"420\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTea trees growing on the steep, rocky slopes of Wu Dong Shan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\na:hover {\n    background-color: #333; \/* Invert background color on hover *\/\n    color: #f0f0e0; \/* Invert text color on hover *\/\n    box-shadow: 0 12px 16px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.3); \/* Add depth with a stronger shadow *\/\n    transform: translateY(-5px); \/* Slightly lift on hover *\/\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"HOJO Tea","offers":[{"title":"15g (small bag)","offer_id":44932431675568,"sku":"o126ca","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40g (in can)","offer_id":44932431708336,"sku":"o126cc","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"120g (large bag\/40g x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932431741104,"sku":"o126cb","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"360g value pack (large bag [40g x 3 bags] x 3 bags)","offer_id":44932431773872,"sku":"o126cv","price":123.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0526\/0774\/6224\/files\/o126_01.jpg?v=1737905445","url":"https:\/\/hojotea.com\/en-en\/products\/o126","provider":"お茶の専門店HOJO \/ HOJO CO., LTD.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}