Phoenix Oolong Mi Tao Xiang 2022鳳凰単叢 蜜桃香 2022

This tea is sourced from Wudong Guizhuhu Village (乌岽桂竹湖村), located at an altitude of approximately 1200m.
The tea trees are around 50 years old, making them suitable to be classified as Lao Cong.

Mi Tao Xiang (蜜桃香) is characterized by its intensely sweet flavor, similar to Mi Lan Xiang (蜜蘭香).
However, Mi Tao Xiang is produced from the Xiangdong (向東) cultivar, whereas Mi Lan Xiang is primarily made using the Baiye (白葉) cultivar.

This tea has undergone a relatively strong fermentation and a longer charcoal roasting process than light-roasted teas, resulting in a profile closer to a Nong Xiang (濃香) type. Consequently, the liquor exhibits a golden amber hue.

Alongside the lychee-like notes typical of Mi Lan Xiang, this tea also evokes hints of strawberry jam and nectar. Due to its relatively high tree age, the tea provides a prolonged aftertaste, making it an excellent companion for desserts.

What is Lao Cong in Phoenix Dan Cong?

In the context of Phoenix Dan Cong, Lao Cong refers to tea made from older tea trees. However, there is no strict definition of what qualifies as Lao Cong, as the age criteria vary by cultivar and producer. Generally, older trees grow more slowly than younger ones, resulting in a longer-lasting aftertaste and deeper complexity, making Lao Cong teas some of the most sought-after and high-end selections in Phoenix Dan Cong.