{"product_id":"heritage-grove-oolong-aged-tree-qun-ti-lao-cong-群体-老丛","title":"Heritage Grove Oolong (Aged Tree) \\ Qun Ti (Lao Cong) 群体 （老丛）","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Grove Oolong (Aged Tree) \\ Qun Ti Dancong Oolong 群体单丛 (老丛）\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSummary: A traditional Phoenix Dancong Oolong (凤凰单丛乌龙）crafted from the original Phoenix Shui Xian tea population. Selected from centuries of naturally diverse seed-grown tea trees, it offers layered floral aromatics, honeyed sweetness and the signature Mountain Rhythm of Phoenix oolong.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the ancient tea gardens of the Phoenix Mountains comes one of the foundations of Dancong tea itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQun Ti Dancong (群体单丛) is not a single cultivar, but a living expression of the original Phoenix Shui Xian (凤凰水仙) population. Over centuries, these seed-grown tea trees naturally cross-pollinated throughout the mountains, creating remarkable genetic diversity and countless individual trees, each expressing its own unique fragrance and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenerations of tea masters carefully walked these mountain groves, identifying exceptional trees distinguished by their aroma, flavour and vitality. Rather than harvesting the entire garden together, they began practising single-tree harvesting, single-tree processing and single-tree storage—an approach that gave rise to the tradition of Dancong (单丛), meaning “single bush” or “single tree lineage.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQunti Dancong honours these traditional origins. Rather than showcasing one signature aroma like Mi Lan Xiang or Ba Xian, it reflects the rich diversity from which all Phoenix Dancong evolved. Crafted from the broader Phoenix Shui Xian population, it expresses the complexity of old mountain tea gardens and the artistry of traditional Dancong craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally charcoal roasted, this tea reveals an evolving bouquet of layered floral aromas—orchid, honeyed blossoms and gentle herbal florals—woven together rather than dominated by a single fragrance. The liquor is smooth and full-bodied with a slight briskness that quickly melts into a pronounced sweetness. Notes of honey, orchard fruits, warm wood and lingering minerals unfold across successive infusions, while the unmistakable \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShan Yun (山韵)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—the prized “Mountain Rhythm” of Phoenix oolong—builds with every cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike modern named Dancong cultivars that emphasise a single distinctive floral profile, Qun Ti Dancong celebrates complexity, biodiversity and the untamed character of the mountain itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLayered wild florals (orchid, white blossoms, honeyed flowers)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHoneyed sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrchard fruits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGentle woodiness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMineral finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePronounced Mountain Rhythm (山韵)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong cooling aftertaste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA vibrant bouquet of intertwined floral fragrances with hints of orchid, honey, fresh mountain herbs and warm nectar. Rather than one dominant aroma, its fragrance evolves naturally throughout each infusion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQun Ti Dancong offers a more complex and untamed expression than most named Dancong cultivars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect a richly layered cup with:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplex floral and honey notes rather than one signature aroma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium-full body with lively structure\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA gentle initial briskness that softens quickly into sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDistinctive mountain character (“丛味”) with subtle woody undertones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent endurance over many infusions, becoming progressively sweeter and smoother\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts character sits beautifully between the freshness of greener oolongs and the richness of darker roasted teas, making it both expressive and deeply grounding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelected from the traditional Phoenix Shui Xian (凤凰水仙) population, where generations of naturally propagated tea trees preserve exceptional genetic diversity. Rather than originating from a single cloned cultivar, these tea trees represent the historic foundation from which today’s celebrated Dancong varieties were discovered and selected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand harvested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditionally charcoal roasted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted following the historic Dancong tradition of individual tree selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy This Tea Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Origins of Dancong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore renowned cultivars such as Mi Lan Xiang, Ba Xian and Song Zhong were propagated by cuttings, they first existed as extraordinary individual trees growing naturally among the Phoenix Shui Xian population.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQun Ti Dancong preserves this heritage, representing the bridge between the original mountain tea population and the celebrated Dancong cultivars enjoyed today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Living Expression of Biodiversity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike cloned cultivars that consistently express one signature aroma, the Phoenix Shui Xian population developed through centuries of natural pollination. This diversity produces teas with remarkable aromatic complexity, layered flavours and ever-changing personalities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne Tree, One Fragrance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePhoenix tea culture has long embraced the saying:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e一树一香\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne tree, one fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach exceptional tree possesses its own aromatic identity, discovered through generations of observation and craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Character of the Mountain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQun Ti Dancong is cherished not for perfect uniformity, but for its authenticity. Its layered floral bouquet, gentle woody undertones, lively structure and evolving sweetness reflect the biodiversity, terroir and enduring spirit of the Phoenix Mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow Qunti Dancong Differs from Named Dancong Cultivars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile celebrated Dancong teas such as Mi Lan Xiang or Ba Xian are crafted from carefully selected individual cultivars that express one distinctive floral aroma, Qunti Dancong reflects the broader Phoenix Shui Xian population.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than showcasing a single dominant fragrance, it offers a naturally layered bouquet of florals, honey and mountain botanicals. Its liquor carries a slightly livelier structure and a touch more rustic mountain character, developing into remarkable sweetness and depth over successive infusions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor many tea drinkers, Qunti Dancong is appreciated as one of the most authentic expressions of traditional Phoenix tea culture—less about one perfect aroma, and more about the richness, diversity and living heritage of the mountain itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⸻\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eGongfu Style:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5g tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100ml gaiwan or teapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95–100°C water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin with short infusions to appreciate the evolving fragrance. As the tea opens, expect increasing sweetness, deeper texture and a more pronounced Mountain Rhythm over eight or more infusions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWestern Brewing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTeapot or infuser mug\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e2g Tea per 250ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWater temperature\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: 95 - 100°C \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSteep time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: 2–3 minutes for first brew; second steep 3–4 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRe-steep\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e: 3-5 times\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Convivial Feast","offers":[{"title":"25g","offer_id":43187415875793,"sku":null,"price":2300.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40g","offer_id":43187415908561,"sku":null,"price":3600.0,"currency_code":"PHP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/6996\/4241\/files\/3B35698F-1F7A-43F1-BF5A-87C8D7558798.jpg?v=1786376127","url":"https:\/\/convivialfeast.com\/en-ph\/products\/heritage-grove-oolong-aged-tree-qun-ti-lao-cong-%e7%be%a4%e4%bd%93-%e8%80%81%e4%b8%9b","provider":"Convivial Feast","version":"1.0","type":"link"}