Shui Hsien Oolong
Wikipedia: Shui_Hsien_teaLast Updated: Apr. 11, 2012
↑About Shui Hsien Oolong
Shui hsien(水仙), also spelled shui xian, usually translated water sprite or water fairy, but also meaning narcissus, is a style of oolong tea originating in the Wuyi mountains of Fujian province, China.The shui hsien produced in Wuyi can be among the darkest of the Wuyi oolongs. Zhangping, however, in southern Fujian also produces greener (less oxidized) shui hsien.
Shui hsien, like the other Wuyi oolongs, is often brewed in the Gong Fu style, using multiple brief infusions. Shui is sometimes aged for as long as decades.
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The dry leaf has an interesting shape, loosely curly, less long and wiry than most Wuyi oolong. It's intensely aromatic, smelling like roast and fruit; the fruitiness is quite astounding, it's maybe a little like dried peaches or apricots.
The brewed cup is very roasty, with notes of wood and hints of coffee. It's...
Zhang Ping Shui Hsian Oolong from Upton Tea Imports
Style: Shui Hsien Oolong – Region: Zhangping, Fujian, ChinaJan. 3rd, 2017
This one is actually currently available.
I ordered 2 15g samples about a month ago. The fact I still have some left is a clue as to what I think about it :)
I admit to buying this because it's a unique brick oolong. I also figured that given the high price it should be good.
I've since learned that price is not...
Very dark brown leaf, rather broken up, smells mainly of roast when dry.
Produces a surprisingly clear, almost-greenish infusion.
Aroma complex, but only when I pay attention to it deliberately; it's not attention-getting. This tea seemed forgettable if I drank it casually, but had a lot going on when I focused ...
Zhang Ping Shui Xian, Charcoal Roasted from Life in Teacup
Style: Shui Hsien Oolong – Region: Zhangping, Fujian, ChinaApr. 18th, 2012
The dry leaf of this oolong looked and smelled heavily roasted, and frankly, smelled more than a little boring to me. But when I brewed this cup, I was pleasantly surprised.
The aroma is complex and a bit edgy--there are some fairly strong skunky, herbaceous qualities, tones of celery, and a few floral tones in the...
Zhang Ping Shui Xian, Traditional Greener Style from Life in Teacup
Style: Shui Hsien Oolong – Region: Zhangping, Fujian, ChinaApr. 11th, 2012
This was a fascinating tea for me to try. It was completely unlike any other oolong I've tried. The loosely-packed leaves separate easily and infuse quicker than I'd expect for their tough texture. After steeping I noticed that the larger leaves are mostly whole, but the smaller leaves and buds are mostly broken. I...
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Brand: | Arbor Teas |
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Region: | Fujian, China |
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Brand: | Upton Tea Imports |
Style: | Shui Hsien Oolong |
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Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
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Brand: | Life in Teacup |
Style: | Shui Hsien Oolong |
Region: | Zhangping, Fujian, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
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Brand: | Life in Teacup |
Style: | Shui Hsien Oolong |
Region: | Zhangping, Fujian, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
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