{"product_id":"tongxin-she-teahouse-ancient-tree-niaozui-from-shitoujiao-wudong-embrace-the-mountain-spirit-taste-the-millennia-old-charm古树鸟嘴单丛","title":"Tongxin She Teahouse | Ancient Tree Niaozui from Shitoujiao, Wudong — Embrace the Mountain Spirit, Taste the Millennia-old Charm古树鸟嘴单丛","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA fine tea is simply water remembering every leaf’s journey across high ridges and deep valleys. It lets our lips become interpreters of terroir, and tea fragrance the footnote of time. I am Jon from Tongxin She Teahouse, a humble tea seeker. I love fine teas and wish to share them with you all.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDeep in the cloud-shrouded Phoenix Mountain range sits Shitoujiao of Wudong, a revered premium terroir for Phoenix Dancong. Located over 1,000 meters above sea level, it is wrapped in mist year-round with gentle mountain breezes and diffused sunlight. The soil is composed of weathered granite gravel: three parts loam and seven parts rock sand, offering excellent drainage and abundant minerals. This unique highland microclimate slows the growth of ancient tea trees rooted in rock crevices, allowing them to accumulate rich substances and develop the profound, distinctive mountain rhythm exclusive to Wudong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWithin the world of Phoenix Dancong, Niaozui is hailed as “the Mother of Dancong”, the most ancient native tea cultivar in the Phoenix tea region. Countless famous Dancong aromas we know today, including honey-orchid and other floral varieties, were selectively bred and naturally mutated from original Niaozui mother plants. It is the root and origin of Phoenix Dancong culture. The century-old ancient Niaozui trees preserved in Shitoujiao feature gnarled trunks and roots stretching deep into rock fissures, retaining pure wild character. Yield is extremely scarce; only a limited amount of premium fresh leaves can be harvested each spring, making this aged bush tea a rare, high-end treasure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA remarkable terroir lays the foundation, yet rigorous manual control gives tea its soul. This tea is fully quality-controlled by Tongxin She Teahouse. We personally select trees deep in the mountains, hand-pick tender leaves in spring, and strictly screen raw materials, discarding any thin, uneven or underdeveloped leaves. The whole process follows traditional craftsmanship: sun withering, indoor withering, hand-performed bruising, fixation and rolling, all finished with slow charcoal roasting in multiple phases. We adhere to strict standards without rushing production or pursuing mass output. Our goal is to preserve the original character of ancient trees and restore the clean, powerful mountain qi of aged highland bushes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe finished dry tea features long, tightly twisted, heavy strips with a dark, glossy hue and subtle golden fine hairs. It carries the quiet, dignified quality shaped by centuries of old bushes, quite different from the lightweight, superficial texture of younger bushes. When cold-sniffed, the aroma is pure and elegant. After warming the vessel, the fragrance unfolds gently rather than aggressively. Delicate orchid notes blend with aged wood scent and faint wild mountain honey sweetness, soft and lingering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrew with boiling water, and the liquor turns bright orange, clear and lustrous with a rich, silky texture. Smooth and mellow on the palate, it barely carries astringency or bitterness, presenting a refined, clean taste profile. Elegant orchid flavour emerges first, followed by layered aged bush moss aroma and mild woody notes. The fragrance dissolves fully into the liquor, the charm hidden deep within the tea soup; aroma and taste are integrated, calm and restrained.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor Ancient Tree Niaozui from Shitoujiao, it is not stunning, loud floral fragrance that we pursue, but the integrated essence of terroir, ancient trees and aged bushes. It does not impress drinkers with overwhelming aroma, but conquers the palate with its steady, thick and profound tea soup. It is especially suitable for seasoned tea lovers who favour substantial texture, steady aged-bush charm, and enjoy experiencing the rocky “mountain bone” quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAfter swallowing, sweet aftertaste blooms gradually on the throat, with lasting refreshing charm and continuous salivation. It delivers excellent brew endurance, retaining rich aged-bush charm and mountain vitality even after more than ten infusions. Each brew reveals new layers, and the profound character of ancient trees emerges more prominently in later steeps.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor roasting, Tongxin She adopts traditional medium-full charcoal roasting with gradual, restrained heat. We avoid heavy fire for strong roasted flavour and refrain from masking the natural mountain essence of ancient highland trees. The roasting balances tea nature, locks in fragrance, rendering the liquor mellow and pleasant for repeated sipping, suitable for all seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTongxin She Recommended Brewing Guide for Ancient Tree Niaozui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Vessel: 110ml gaiwan preferred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Tea dosage: 6g (standard tasting dosage for our teahouse)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Water: 100°C boiling water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Steeping time: Quick pour for the first 3 infusions (5–10 seconds) to lock aroma and gather flavour; extend steeping time gradually starting from the 4th infusion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Brew endurance: Over 10 stable infusions, with sweet liquor and persistent aged-bush charm in later steeps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e• Storage: Keep sealed, away from light, in cool and dry place. Aged Dancong can be naturally aged, becoming softer and mellower over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne cup of ancient highland bush tea carries the spirit of an entire mountain and years of time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFrom the high mountain terroir of Wudong to your teacup, Tongxin She seeks tea with sincere heart and crafts it with dedication. We chase refinement over quantity, reject vanity and uphold authenticity. May this calm, substantial Shitoujiao Ancient Tree Niaozui allow you to sip mountain mist and taste centuries of time amid your busy daily life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tong Xin She","offers":[{"title":"一罐\/6克：1 can \/ 6g","offer_id":50433219625210,"sku":null,"price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"一罐\/50克：1 can \/ 50g","offer_id":50433219657978,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"一罐\/100克：1 can \/ 100g","offer_id":50433219690746,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0253\/8350\/1917\/files\/93FDE42C-A7C1-4AB1-BA9D-97C1F0DE0A3C.jpg?v=1789480395","url":"https:\/\/txs-tea.com\/products\/tongxin-she-teahouse-ancient-tree-niaozui-from-shitoujiao-wudong-embrace-the-mountain-spirit-taste-the-millennia-old-charm%e5%8f%a4%e6%a0%91%e9%b8%9f%e5%98%b4%e5%8d%95%e4%b8%9b","provider":"Tong Xin She","version":"1.0","type":"link"}