Anxi Iron Goddess of Mercy Oolong (Zheng Wei Tie Guan Yin)

Anxi Iron Goddess of Mercy, originating from Anxi County in Fujian Province, China, ranks among China’s top ten famous teas. This oolong tea is celebrated for its natural orchid fragrance when brewed, and with a reputation for its aroma being long-lasting and having the quality of 'lingering scent after seven infusions.'

Iron Goddess of Mercy is categorized into three primary types according to the level of fermentation and craftsmanship: light fragrance (qing xiang), strong fragrance (nong xiang), and aged fragrance (chen xiang). Our selection is of the light fragrance variety, known for its true-flavor (zheng wei) profile. The production process adheres strictly to traditional techniques, with a unique requirement that the killing-green step must be completed by noon the day after picking to preserve the tea’s distinct fragrance and quality.

Moreover, the true-flavor Iron Goddess of Mercy is characterized by smaller, tightly rolled leaf pellets with a darker hue, tending towards ink green. While its appearance may seem less appealing compared to the typical bright green Iron Goddess of Mercy, and could be mistakenly perceived as of lower quality, it is indeed a premium selection.

// Orchid, Sweet, Floral-Fruity //
The tea liquor of true-flavor Iron Goddess of Mercy is light yellow and clear. The initial infusions carry a subtle fragrance, but as the brewing continues, the fragrance intensifies, offering a delicate, ethereal fragrance with a lasting sweet aftertaste.

Anxi County in Fujian Province, China

Oolong tea

Iron Goddess of Mercy is rich in amino acids, vitamins, minerals, tea polyphenols, and alkaloids, containing multiple nutritional and medicinal components. It offers benefits such as anti-aging, anti-atherosclerosis, diabetes prevention, weight loss, dental health, cooling and reducing internal heat, and sobering up from alcohol.

Mug:
6g | 100°C (250ml) | 2-3 minutes | rinse once before brewing

Kung Fu Tea:
Use a 120ml gaiwan or a Yixing clay pot with 6-8 grams of tea (adjustable to taste), and brew with 100°C hot water. The first infusion is designed to awaken the tea leaves, allowing them to slightly unfurl and release the oolong's distinctive aroma. It is not meant for drinking, so pour out the water within 5 seconds. The second infusion should last about 10 seconds, with each subsequent infusion extending an additional 5 seconds. The optimal number of infusions for this tea is 5-7 times.