Da'an Mi Lan Xiang 大庵蜜兰香 (2025)
Tea Profile
Type: Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong (单丛乌龙)
Location: Da’an Village, Phoenix Mountain, Chaozhou, Guangdong
Altitude: 900–1100m
Harvest Date: April 3rd, 2025
Cultivar: Mi Lan Xiang 蜜兰香 (Honey Orchid Fragrance)
Age of Tea Bushes: Over 100 years
The Story of This Tea
Mi Lan Xiang is the most famous and widely grown cultivar in the Phoenix Dan Cong family, making up nearly half of the entire market. It is beloved for its durability, fragrance, and sweet character.
When people think of Fenghuang Dan Cong, Wukui Village is often the first to come to mind as the highest peak of Phoenix Mountain and the core production area. Yet for Mi Lan Xiang specifically, Da’an Village is the true heartland. With ancient tea gardens at 900–1100 meters, Da’an’s yellow-gray mineral-rich soil produces teas with natural sweetness and a distinct mountain flavour.
Aroma and Flavour
- Aroma: Pronounced floral honey fragrance, characteristic of Mi Lan Xiang
- Flavor: Sweet, smooth, and full-bodied with elegant balance
- Texture: Thick and silky with refined clarity
- Aftertaste: Long-lasting honeyed sweetness with refreshing mountain charm
- Steeping Endurance: Excellent performance for 8–10 infusions
Brewing Guidelines
Gong Fu Style
- Teaware: Chaozhou red clay pot (朱泥壶) or porcelain gaiwan
- Ratio: 7–8g per 100ml water
- Water: 95–100°C spring water
- Infusions: Rinse once, then brew 8–10 infusions, gradually extending steeping time
Western Style
- Teaware: Porcelain or glass teapot
- Ratio: 3–4g per 250ml water
- Water: 95°C
- Steeping: 2–3 minutes for the first infusion, resteep 2–3 times
Why Choose This Tea
Mi Lan Xiang from Da’an Village is one of the most iconic expressions of Phoenix Dan Cong. With its floral honey fragrance, naturally sweet tea soup, and enduring aftertaste, this tea reflects both the heritage of ancient tea gardens and the mineral-rich terroir of Phoenix Mountain. A perfect choice for Dan Cong lovers seeking depth, sweetness, and mountain character in every cup.