Xigui Ancient Tree White Tea - 2024 "Wild Apple" Harvest
Discover the tea that’s as sweet and refreshing as biting into a crisp wild apple. Sourced from the ancient tea trees of the renowned Xigui region, this highly sought-after 2024 white tea is making its celebrated return. Each sip offers a unique journey, blending delicate fruity notes with a deep, comforting sweetness that lingers on the palate. Experience the pure, clean taste of a pristine mountain harvest in this truly exceptional brew.
Key Benefits
- Distinctive Fruity Aroma: From the moment you brew it, the tea releases a captivating fragrance reminiscent of fresh wild apples, a unique characteristic of this specific harvest.
- Complex & Layered Flavor: Experience the beautiful fusion of fruit-forward notes, the signature "Xilan" orchid-like fragrance of Xigui tea, and the classic mellow character of premium white tea.
- Naturally Sweet & Smooth: The tea liquor is wonderfully smooth and full-bodied, with an integrated sweetness that makes it incredibly pleasant and easy to drink, without any bitterness.
- Ancient Tree Origin: Harvested from old-growth tea trees, the leaves possess a depth and complexity that can only come from a well-established terroir, resulting in a richer, more satisfying brew.
Key Specs
- Contents: 5 mini tea cakes per box
- Net Weight: 7g per cake (35g total)
- Tea Type: White Tea
- Origin: Xigui, Yunnan
- Harvest: Spring 2024
How to Use
- Place one 7g mini cake into your teapot, gaiwan, or infuser.
- Perform a quick rinse by pouring hot water (around 200°F / 93°C) over the leaves and immediately discarding the water. This helps to awaken the tea.
- For the first infusion, steep with fresh hot water for about 15-25 seconds.
- Pour and enjoy. This tea can be re-steeped multiple times. For subsequent infusions, gradually increase the steeping time to explore the evolving layers of flavor.
Care & Safety
- Store in a cool, dry, and dark place away from direct sunlight to preserve freshness.
- Keep the tea in an airtight container, away from strong odors such as spices, coffee, or perfumes, as tea leaves can easily absorb surrounding scents.
Notes
- "Upon sipping, you can clearly feel the fruity aroma and the unique fragrance of Xigui."