SHUI XIAN / WATER SPRITE
DESCRIPTION Shui Xian, also known as Water Sprite, is a type of oolong tea that is grown in the Wuyi Mountains of China's Fujian province. It is known for its deep, rich flavor and aroma, with a hint of roasted smokiness and a sweet finish. Shui Xian is called yancha which means "rock tea", and it refers to oolong teas that are produced in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province in China. The soil in this region is very rocky, and the teas are grown high up on cliffs. The tea leaves used to make Shui Xian are grown at high altitudes in the Wuyi Mountains, where the cool temperatures and moist air create ideal growing conditions for tea. The leaves are hand-picked and then processed using traditional methods, which involve withering, rolling, oxidation, and firing. One of the unique aspects of Shui Xian tea is its firing process, which involves using wood charcoal to roast the tea leaves. This imparts a smoky flavor and aroma to the tea, which is one of the defining characteri