{"product_id":"rougui-rock-oolong-50g","title":"Rougui Rock Oolong, 50g","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn elegant, ecologically grown Rougui from Wusandi village—smooth, woody, and refined, offering a restrained aromatic profile that favors depth and balance over flash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description product-description\" data-model=\"XLite\\Model\\Product\" data-identifier=\"64838\" data-property=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRougui Rock Oolong\u003c\/strong\u003e from Wusandi village presents a distinctive, ecologically grown expression of one of Wuyi’s most planted cultivars. Produced by Mr. Wu—a direct descendant of the Wu Sangui lineage and a specialist in Shui Xian—this Rougui diverges from the high-fragrance, acrid-bodied styles dominating the commodity market. Instead, it offers a heartier, smoother mouthfeel with tall, expansive wood tones and subtle, demure aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis light-to-medium roast tea was crafted from bushes planted nearly 40 years ago and now being developed toward Gao Cong (“High Bush”) designation. The result is a nuanced, unconventional take on Rougui that avoids overwhelming floral theatrics in favor of lasting balance, texture, and drinkability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild and restrained; toasty, woody, with hints of cinnamon bark and charcoal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm, woody, and gently spiced with a mineral-rich, slightly savory structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, rounded, with satisfying depth and no astringency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lingering mineral clarity and faint warming sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Production\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVillage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wusandi, near the headwaters of the Huangbai River, Fujian, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 600–1000+ meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rougui \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoast:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light to medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mr. Wu, descendant of Wu Sangui\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarming Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ecologically grown; no synthetic inputs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~40 years; planted by Mr. Wu’s father\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTerroir \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWusandi is a secluded village with centuries of tea history, known for its pristine environment, spring-fed soils, and high-elevation growing conditions. Its teas are considered among the best alternatives to Zhengyan (core scenic area) Wuyi teas, often praised for their clean energy and honest expression of cultivar character. Mr. Wu's family has cultivated tea here since the Qing dynasty, with surviving study books and oral histories connecting his work to generations of Shui Xian mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the more commercial “matou rougui” (horse meat Rougui) styles that prioritize exaggerated aroma at the expense of texture and complexity, Mr. Wu’s approach offers a reprieve—guided by the complementary philosophy often summed up in Wuyi: \u003cem\u003e“Aromatic as Rougui, mellow as Shui Xian”\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGong Fu Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 6–7g per 100–120ml gaiwan or Yixing pot. Boiling water (100°C). Rinse briefly. Start with 10–15 second infusions, increasing time gradually with each brew.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use 3g per 250ml. Steep at 95–100°C for 2–3 minutes. Suitable for multiple infusions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVessels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best brewed in unglazed clay or thick-walled ceramic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy It’s Special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea stands apart as a thoughtful, terroir-driven Rougui with restraint and depth. It offers a rewarding experience for seasoned yancha drinkers seeking complexity without flash, and for anyone interested in the highland alternatives to Wuyi’s scenic park teas. With its clean ecological roots, family lineage, and elegant execution, this Wusandi Rougui is both a daily drinker and a connoisseur’s find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTCM Herb Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia sinensis (semi-oxidized)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Wu Long Cha)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly cooling to neutral\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitter-sweet, aromatic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTCM Functions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harmonizes digestion, disperses mild food stagnation, clears Heat, and refreshes the Spirit (Shen)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally used to support digestion, ease Damp-Heat, and gently move Qi. Especially useful for over-indulgence, mental fatigue, or digestive discomfort. Rougui-style oolongs, with their warming woodiness, are often enjoyed in cooler months or for balancing internal Cold patterns with food-related stagnation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Camellia sinensis (semi-oxidized)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e (Wu Long Cha)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rivers \u0026 Lakes Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47459754705052,"sku":"RLT113","price":31.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/2407\/0044\/files\/Rougui_20Rock_20Oolong_201.png?v=1787458716","url":"https:\/\/primenaturalfoods.com\/fr-ae\/products\/rougui-rock-oolong-50g","provider":"Prime Natural Foods","version":"1.0","type":"link"}