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Shui xian tea (水仙)

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Shui xian tea (水仙)

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Description

Shui xian tea is produced in the state of Jianzhou (Jianban). A thousand years ago, this kind of tea tree was found in Jianye. However, it was cultivated for more than three hundred years before the Qing Emperor Kangxi (1662-1722). Shui Xian is a prevalent variety of Oolong tea among Gong Fu tea drinkers now.

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Taste: Strong and full-bodied Oolong with a refreshing floral aftertaste. Aged Shui Xian have a smoother mouthfeel.

Smell: heavy honey

Color: Black

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Physical object

References

Description:
http://www.teaspring.com/Shui-Xian.asp

Photo:
http://www.curioustea.com/tea/black-tea/zhang-ping-shui-xian-black/

Location of origin

Fujian province, China

Efficacy

- Improve the overall digestive health by stimulating the metabolism
- Speed up the digestion
- Fight acid reflux and bowel issues

Brand

八马茶业, 中茶, 马头岩

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Unknown, “Shui xian tea (水仙),” CCCH9051 Group 6, accessed January 19, 2025, https://learning.hku.hk/ccch9051/group-6/items/show/16.

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