Premium Zhangping Shuixian Oolong Tea – Te Ji · 125 g

A small square of tea. Gently opening leaves. A fragrant moment to slow down.

Discover Zhangping Shuixian / 漳平水仙, a distinctive Chinese oolong associated with Zhangping in Fujian Province. Its compact, square-pressed form makes the unfolding of the leaves part of the pleasure of brewing.

Presented in a 125 g tea tin and labelled Te Ji / 特级, this selection offers a floral, fresh aromatic direction and an inviting introduction to pressed oolong.

As hot water reaches the leaves, the square gradually softens and loosens. Pour, taste, and return to the same leaves to explore how the infusion changes.

Why You’ll Love It

• A distinctive pressed form: Compact tea squares gradually open during brewing.

• A fragrant oolong profile: Floral notes and a fresh character offer a gentle focus for your tea session.

• An engaging gongfu experience: Short infusions let you follow the leaves as they unfold.

• Enough for regular exploration: Approximately 31 sessions at 4 g each or 20 sessions at 6 g each.

Product at a Glance

• Tea: Zhangping Shuixian Oolong Tea

• Chinese name: 漳平水仙

• Grade designation: Te Ji / 特级, as identified on the product

• Tea category: Oolong / 乌龙茶

• Regional identity: Zhangping, Fujian, China

• Form: Square-pressed tea

• Net weight: 125 g / 4.41 oz

• Packaging: Metal tea tin

• Flavour profile: Floral, fragrant and fresh, with a smooth character

• Infusion colour: Typically pale gold to golden yellow, depending on preparation

• Caffeine: Naturally contains caffeine

• Suggested teaware: Porcelain gaiwan, small teapot or spacious infuser basket

Serving estimates refer to the amount of dry tea used per session, not the number of pressed squares or individual cups.

What Makes Zhangping Shuixian Special?

The pressed square gives this tea a distinctive starting point.

At first, the leaves sit closely together. As they absorb water, the edges soften and the compressed structure begins to relax. With further infusions, more of the leaves open into the brewing vessel.

Choose teaware with enough space for this expansion. A porcelain gaiwan makes the unfolding easy to observe, while a roomy infuser basket brings the same experience to an everyday mug.

There is no need to rush the leaves open. Let the water and successive infusions do the work.

Flavour & Aroma

Expect a floral and fresh aromatic direction, supported by the rounded character of oolong tea.

A lighter infusion brings a gentler cup; using more leaf or extending the steep produces greater intensity. The golden colour and balance of the tea will vary with your water, brewing method and the individual batch.

Begin with short steeps and taste between pours. Adjust the next infusion to follow the qualities you enjoy most.

How to Brew

Use these parameters as starting points and adjust to suit the weight of your pressed portion and your preferred strength.

Everyday Cup

3–4 g tea · 250 mL water · 90–95°C / 194–203°F · 1–2 minutes

1. Place the tea in a teapot or large infuser basket.

2. Add hot water and allow the compressed leaves to begin loosening.

3. Taste after 1 minute and extend the steep if needed.

4. Remove the infuser or pour the tea off the leaves completely.

If the first cup is light while the square remains compact, allow a little more time. Re-steep during the same session while the flavour remains enjoyable.

Gongfu Style

5–7 g tea · 100–120 mL water · Approximately 95°C / 203°F

Begin with an infusion of 10–20 seconds in a gaiwan or small teapot. A tightly pressed portion may need a longer opening steep.

Decant completely after each infusion. Once the leaves loosen, adjust subsequent steeping times according to taste, gradually extending them as the flavour softens.

Using a Whole Square

You can brew a square intact when its weight suits your vessel and preferred leaf quantity. Check its weight rather than assuming that one square always equals one serving.

If necessary, gently separate a suitable portion or use a larger vessel with proportionately more water.

A Tin for Everyday Discovery

The 125 g format gives you room to explore different brewing styles without changing teas.

Try a simple mug on a busy morning, then set aside time for several smaller infusions when the day allows. Each approach offers a different way to experience the same pressed leaves.

At approximately 4 g per session, the tin provides around 31 sessions. At approximately 6 g per session, it provides around 20 sessions, with further pours possible from the same leaves.

Storage

Keep the tea well sealed in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and strong odours. If the squares are individually wrapped, leave unused portions wrapped until needed.

Use clean, dry utensils and close the tin promptly after use. Follow any product-specific storage instructions and the best-before date on the packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Zhangping Shuixian?

Zhangping Shuixian is an oolong tea associated with Zhangping in Fujian, China. It is particularly recognised for its compact, square-pressed presentation.

Is it green tea or oolong tea?

It is oolong tea. The green-to-olive appearance of the leaves does not make it a green tea.

What does Te Ji mean?

Te Ji / 特级 is the grade designation identified for this product. It should not be read as an independent award or a universal ranking above other producers’ teas.

Does it contain caffeine?

Yes. Oolong tea naturally contains caffeine. The amount in your cup varies with the quantity of leaves and how you brew them.

Do I need to break the square before brewing?

Not necessarily. If the square’s weight suits your brewing method, place it in the vessel intact and let it loosen in hot water. Give the leaves plenty of room to expand.

Can I infuse it more than once?

Yes. Try successive infusions during the same session, adjusting the time as the leaves open. The number of enjoyable infusions depends on leaf quantity, water temperature and your preferred strength.

Is Zhangping Shuixian the same as Wuyi Shuixian?

No. They belong to different regional oolong traditions. Zhangping Shuixian is associated with Zhangping and its characteristic pressed squares; Wuyi Shuixian belongs to the Wuyi rock tea tradition and is generally presented as twisted loose leaves.

How many squares are in the tin?

The net weight is 125 g, but an exact piece count and individual square weight are not specified. The brewing-session estimates are calculated by weight.

Let the Leaves Unfold

Bring Zhangping Shuixian Oolong Tea 125 g into your collection for the pleasure of a tea that opens gradually.

Warm your favourite vessel, add the tea, and watch a small square become a moment worth staying with.

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