Wild, Rare Tieguanyin Oolong Tea

Nanshan Supreme Tieguanyin – Wild-Grown Charcoal Roasted Oolong Tea

This is a rare, handmade, charcoal-roasted Oolong tea of very high-quality.

Nanshan Supreme Tieguanyin is a superbly crafted traditional Chinese oolong from the misty high slopes of Nanshan. Grown wild in natural forest environments and hand-harvested at peak maturity, this tea is a tribute to time-honoured tea craftsmanship. It is lightly oxidised and slowly charcoal-roasted to develop an exceptional balance of floral brightness, rich sweetness, and deep roasted complexity, a profile that rewards both gong fu and Western-style brewing.

Tieguanyin Oolong is also known as Iron Goddess of Mercy Oolong Tea.

Our Tieguanyin Oolong Tea is a remarkable charcoal-roasted oolong that begins with wild-grown Tieguanyin plants nurtured on cool, elevated mountain slopes. The leaves are harvested by hand to preserve their integrity and slow-roasted over lychee wood charcoal, a method that deepens the flavour while preserving aromatic complexity. This artisanal tea delivers a bright golden liquor with floral and fruity notes, culminating in a rich, lingering aftertaste known as Guanyin Yun.

Unlike modern lightly oxidised Tieguanyin, this traditional style emphasises depth, warmth, and a toasty sweetness that evolves through multiple infusions.

Origin & Tea Type

• Origin: Nanshan region, China
• Tea Type: Oolong (Charcoal Roasted)
• Cultivar: Tieguanyin (Iron Goddess of Mercy)
• Harvest: Select wild-grown shoots
• Processing: Traditional lychee wood charcoal roast

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Fresh floral with subtle fruit undertones and a warm charcoal roast base

• Flavour: Refined balance of sweet florals and rich roasted complexity

• Liquor Colour: Golden and clear

• Mouthfeel: Smooth, thick and enduring finish with lingering Guanyin Yun (lasting aroma)

Brewing Guide

Gong Fu Style:

• 6–8 g per 100 ml

• Rinse briefly, then brew for short, successive infusions

• Water temperature: 90–95 °C

Western Style:

• 3–4 g per 200 ml

• Brew 3–5 minutes

• Water temperature: 90–95 °C

Tip: Multiple infusions reveal new layers of aroma and sweetness, enjoy the evolution of flavour with each steep.

Key Features

• Wild-grown Tieguanyin from high-elevation terrain
• Slow traditional charcoal roasting with lychee wood
• Bright, floral and fruity character with deep roasted undertones
• Complex lasting finish (Guanyin Yun) that rewards repeated infusions

Storage Recommendations

Store in a cool, dry place away from strong odours. Keep sealed to preserve freshness and aromatic integrity.