The word Baijiguan means White Rooster Crown. His tea buds are a light yellowish green with downy hairs, resembling a rooster crown.
Famous for his curative property, he became a tribute tea during the Ming dynasty. He later became the No 3 of the Famous Tea Bushes, ranking after Dahongpao and Tieluohan tea.
A difficult tea to grow and make, White Rooster is truly rare in Wuyi Mountain. Despite his widespread fame, only a small quantity of tea leaves is produced each year.
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AAA Grade (Spring 2010) - 49 grams
He is in a class of its own, unlike any other roasted teas you had before.
The dried leaves are a dark, roasted black. The liquor is a creamy bright amber with a golden luster. Take a deep breath. Can you detect the exquisite fragrance floating around? It is as if the air is not moving!
Take a sip. He is smooth and mellow, with no astringency whatsoever.
The taste is exquisitely complex, a combination of flowers, herbs and fruits. Can you feel things moving in your mouth? Do you get the fresh and lively sensation?
Get the after-feelings. Observe how your palate remains aromatic and silky long afterwards.
Should be infused with a small amount of leaves for many times.
For further information about packaging, brewing, maturation and storage, read Wuyi Tea - Further Guide.
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