Ba Xian Premium Oolong tea

Ba Xian – Eight Immortals Oolong Tea (八仙)

Rare Dan Cong Rock Oolong from the Phoenix Mountains

A legendary Dan Cong Oolong Tea named for the Eight Immortals of Daoist myth.

Ba Xian Oolong Tea (八仙), also known as Eight Immortals Dan Cong, is a rare, high-mountain oolong tea from the Phoenix Mountains (Fenghuang Shan, 鳳凰山) in Guangdong, China. It is one of the most aromatic and complex Dan Cong cultivars—named after the Eight Immortals of Daoist lore.

Grown on ancient rocky slopes and processed using traditional charcoal roasting, Ba Xian offers a distinctive orchid fragrance, notes of peach and tropical fruit, and a lingering mineral sweetness. It is prized by connoisseurs for its depth, clarity, and the way its flavor evolves steep by steep.

If you're looking for a floral, fruity, and deeply expressive oolong tea, Ba Xian is a stunning example of true Dan Cong craftsmanship.

If you'd like to know what drinking this tea is like, you can read this: Ba Xian Oolong: The Eight Immortals in a Teacup

Why You’ll Love Ba Xian Dan Cong

• High-mountain Dan Cong oolong grown in Chaozhou, Guangdong
• Floral and fruity fragrance with orchid, peach, and magnolia
• Complex, layered taste with a smooth mineral base
• Made from ancient single-trunk bushes
• Charcoal-roasted and semi-oxidized – traditional Fenghuang style

Tasting Notes

• Orchid, magnolia, and stone fruit aroma
• Smooth body with notes of apricot, peach, and honey
• Mineral-rich base with a long-lasting finish
• Sweet floral aftertaste that lingers in the throat

Tea Profile

• Type: Dan Cong Oolong (單欉烏龍茶)
• Cultivar: Ba Xian (八仙, “Eight Immortals”)
• Origin: Fenghuang Mountains, Chaozhou, Guangdong Province
• Elevation: 800–1,200 meters
• Harvest: Spring (mid-April to early May)
• Processing: Medium oxidation (~30–40%), traditional charcoal roasting
• Leaf Appearance: Twisted dark leaves with reddish tips; bright amber liquor

Collected 2025

Traditional Processing

Ba Xian is crafted using ancient Dan Cong methods passed down for generations:

1. Plucking – Tender leaves from mature, single-trunk trees
2. Withering – Sun-withered and indoor cooled to begin oxidation
3. Oxidation – Light to medium oxidation (30–40%) enhances floral notes
4. Rolling – Twisted by hand to release natural oils
5. Roasting – Charcoal roasted slowly over several sessions for complexity

This traditional process brings out the tea's fragrant top notes and rich, grounding base, achieving a balance between freshness and maturity.

Health Benefits

Ba Xian oolong offers both clarity and nourishment:

• Supports digestive health and Qi movement
• Promotes mental focus and relaxed energy
• Rich in polyphenols, amino acids, and trace minerals
• May support metabolism, circulation, and cardiovascular health

Brewing Instructions

Gongfu Method (5 oz / 150 ml)

• Tea amount: 6–7 grams
• Water temperature: 95°C / 203°F
• Rinse: Brief 3–5 seconds
• Infusions:
• 1st: 10–15 sec
• 2nd: 15–20 sec
• 3rd–7th: Increase slightly each round
• Tip: Use a porcelain or clay Gaiwan to capture the tea’s evolving fragrance and texture.

Cup Method (8.8 oz / 250 ml)

• Tea amount: 3 grams
• Water temperature: 90–95°C / 194–203°F
• Steep: 2–3 minutes
• Re-steep: 3–4 times, slightly shorter each time
• Enjoy: Sip slowly to appreciate the floral-fruit aroma and mineral depth

Cultural Significance

Ba Xian (八仙) means “Eight Immortals,” referencing the legendary Daoist figures who symbolize transcendence, harmony, and longevity. This tea, grown on sacred cliffs in the Phoenix Mountains, mirrors those qualities through its spiritual aroma and grounding energy.

Among all Dan Cong cultivars, Ba Xian is known for its ethereal fragrance and refined strength—a favorite in traditional Chaozhou Gongfu Cha. It is often used by tea masters to test their roasting technique and brewing precision.

A tea of elevation, balance, and quiet transformation.