Se Zhong is one of the traditional oolong teas of Anxi, Fujian Province, China, generally made by blending multiple oolong varieties such as Mao Xie, Mei Zhan, Huang Jin Gui, and Ben Shan.
Se Zhong in Chinese means "various kinds of tea." Although the same name is used, the blend ratio varies greatly depending on the producer, resulting in teas with different flavors and aromas.
This Anxi Se Zhong is medium roasted, featuring a toasty aroma and a sweet fragrance reminiscent of dried fruits, caramel, and roasted sweet potatoes. After drinking, a refreshing floral aroma lingers in the mouth.
Despite its reasonable price, it has a long aftertaste and a firm flavor, making it very satisfying. It pairs well with various dishes and sweets, making it an ideal tea to enjoy after meals.
Product Details of Anxi Se Zhong
Oolong Tea Blended from Multiple Varieties
Se Zhong is one of the traditional oolong teas of Anxi, Fujian Province, China, generally made by blending multiple varieties such as Mao Xie, Mei Zhan, Huang Jin Gui, and Ben Shan.
However, the varieties used are not limited to these 4. The blend varies depending on the producer.
In fact, varieties like Tie Guan Yin or Rougui can produce very appealing flavors and aromas as single-variety teas. However, these grow slowly and have low yields, making them expensive due to high demand.
What makes Se Zhong interesting is that blending multiple teas allows the individual characteristics of each variety to complement one another, resulting in a tea with a rich aftertaste, aroma, and complexity — despite being affordable.
For example, Mao Xie is known for its rich body but relatively weak aftertaste. Huang Jin Gui is prized for its intensely floral and appealing aroma.
Ben Shan has a comparatively strong aftertaste and rich flavor. By understanding the characteristics of each variety and adjusting the blend ratio, Se Zhong achieves a captivating balance of aroma and taste.
The interesting aspect of Se Zhong is that the blend ratio varies greatly from producer to producer, resulting in teas that differ noticeably in flavor and aroma even under the same name.
Using First Flush Tea Plucked in Spring
The raw material is the first flush spring harvest, produced around Daping Village in Anxi at an altitude of approximately 1000 meters. Demand for Anxi oolong tea is very high in China, and even in midsummer, farmers can be seen producing oolong tea throughout the region.
While there is debate over whether spring or autumn tea is superior for oolong, a straightforward tasting comparison clearly shows that spring tea comes out ahead.
Autumn tea has a stronger aroma and makes a good first impression, but it carries more astringency and lacks the smooth, mellow quality of spring tea.
Toasty and Sweet Aroma, Recommended for Daily Drinking
Anxi Se Zhong is medium roasted, featuring a toasty aroma and a sweet fragrance reminiscent of dried fruits, caramel, and roasted sweet potatoes. After drinking, a refreshing floral aroma lingers in the mouth.
Despite its reasonable price, it has a long aftertaste and a firm flavor, making it very satisfying. It pairs well with various dishes and sweets, making it an ideal tea to enjoy after meals.
Among our oolong teas, it is relatively affordable, making it a great choice for daily drinking.
