Rui Xiang 瑞香 (2025)

Tea Profile

Type: Pinzhong Yancha (Rock Oolong, Wuyi cultivar No. 305)
Location: Mi Tuo Yan 弥陀岩, Zhengyan core area, Wuyishan National Park
Altitude: Around 500–600m
Harvest Date: May 1st, 2025
Cultivar: Rui Xiang 瑞香 (No. 305, bred by Fujian Tea Research Institute)
Roasting Level: Lower-medium roast, two charcoal firings

• First roast: July 5th, 2025

• Second roast: September 4th, 2025

The Story of This Tea

Rui Xiang, meaning “Auspicious Fragrance,” is a relatively new cultivar developed by the Fujian Tea Research Institute, numbered 305. It is celebrated for its high fragrance and fresh, fruity-floral character, while producing a mellow and clean liquor.

This 2025 Rui Xiang was grown in Mi Tuo Yan, a famous Zhengyan garden within the Wuyishan National Park. The tea was carefully roasted twice with charcoal at lower-medium fire, a level that preserves the varietal’s essential floral and fruity qualities while adding gentle sweetness and depth.

It has been recognised in competitions held by the Wuyishan Tea Bureau this year. While we prefer not to rely on titles alone, this recognition reflects the genuine quality of this tea, which stands out even among its peers.

Aroma and Flavour

The fragrance is elegant and uplifting, with strong honeyed fruit and floral notes. The tea soup is extremely sweet, smooth, and free from any bitterness or greenness. Its flavour is fresh yet mellow, with a long aftertaste that carries the distinctive hallmark of the Rui Xiang cultivar.

Brewing Guidelines

Gong Fu Style

• Teaware: Zhuni 朱泥 or Duanni 段泥 Yixing teapot, or porcelain gaiwan

• Ratio: 7–8g per 100ml water

• Water: 95–100°C spring water

• Infusions: Rinse once, then brew 7–9 infusions, gradually extending steeping time

Western Style

• Teaware: Porcelain or glass teapot

• Ratio: 3–4g per 250ml water

• Water: 95–100°C

• Steeping: 2–3 minutes for the first infusion, resteep 2–3 times

Why Choose This Tea

Rui Xiang is one of Wuyishan’s rising star cultivars, offering a vibrant combination of honey, fruit, and floral fragrance. This Mi Tuo Yan harvest from the Zhengyan core area shows the cultivar at its best, with sweetness, clarity, and balance. A refined choice for those who enjoy aromatic and elegant Pinzhong Yancha.