Zheng Yan Shui Xian | The “Bone & Flesh” of Wuyi Rock Tea – Orchid Aroma, Rock Rhyme, Rice-Soup Texture – The King of Daily Drinkers

In the family tree of Wuyi Yancha, Shui Xian is the “bone and flesh” – not the loudest, but the most reliable, the one you can’t live without. Zheng Yan Shui Xian comes from the core Zheng Yan area of Wuyi Mountain, with bushes aged 30-50 years, traditionally medium charcoal-roasted. Its charm is not a fleeting wow – it’s in every smooth, thick sip. Orchid aroma sinks into the liquor. The tea soup is velvety like warm rice soup. The aftertaste lingers like a mountain spring. No matter how many Rou Gui or Da Hong Pao you’ve tried, the cup you come back to every day is often this one – Shui Xian. Packaged in simple kraft paper – 100g (12 servings) / 250g (30 servings) / 500g (60 servings) – every dollar goes into the tea, not the packaging.

🪨 Core Zheng Yan origin – from the authentic rocky terroir, distinct rock rhyme

🌸 Elegant orchid aroma – scent sinks into the liquor, lasting on the empty cup

🍲 Rice-soup richness – velvety, full-bodied, no bitterness or astringency

🔥 Traditional medium charcoal roast – classic craft, master of balance

📦 Kraft paper packaging – simple, eco-friendly, three sizes available

🧪 Lab-tested for pesticides – safe to drink

🚚 Free worldwide shipping – shipped from China, delivered worldwide in 3-10 days

What is Shui Xian? It’s the “honest one” among Wuyi Yancha. Not as spicy and sharp as Rou Gui, not as legendary as Da Hong Pao. Shui Xian simply does one thing – takes “mellow richness” to the extreme – and then waits quietly for you to come back for another cup, anytime.

Zheng Yan Shui Xian is picked from the core Zheng Yan area. The bushes are in their prime (30-50 years old), roots deep in the rock, absorbing abundant minerals. A traditional medium charcoal roast gives the tea soup both the signature “rice-soup texture” of Shui Xian and a clear rock rhyme with orchid aroma. You don’t need to “learn” how to appreciate it. The first sip feels comfortable. The tenth sip makes you think “yes, this is the taste.” By the hundredth time, you’ll realize you can’t live without it.

Three sizes: 100g taster, 250g daily drinker, 500g stock-up. Kraft paper packaging – simple, eco-friendly, no waste.

Dry leaf aroma：Opening the kraft bag, a warm roasted aroma and faint orchid greet you, mixed with subtle nutty and caramel sweetness.

Liquor aroma：When boiling water hits the leaves, the orchid scent sinks into the liquor. Hot sniff gives roast dominance; warm sniff reveals orchid, floral, and faint fruitiness. The tea is known for “three cups of fragrance” – lid aroma, liquor aroma, and empty cup aroma – each layer clearly distinguishable.

Empty cup aroma：After finishing, the empty cup leaves behind a sweet cream and honey fragrance that lasts, making you want to sniff again and again.

First sip：The immediate sensation is smoothness. The liquor is velvety like warm rice soup – no bitterness, no astringency. It glides across your tongue. This “thickness” is Shui Xian’s signature.

Mid-sip：Sweetness and umami emerge together. Orchid aroma fills your mouth, and the rock rhyme (mineral taste) is clear but not aggressive. Before you swallow, your tongue already begins to water.

Finish：After swallowing, a long, lingering return sweetness rises from deep in your throat. Unlike the spicy sweetness of Rou Gui, Shui Xian’s sweetness is clean and fresh – like drinking mountain spring water, lasting and lasting.

Mouthfeel：Rich and full-bodied, but not heavy or sticky. The “richness” of Zheng Yan Shui Xian is a clear richness, not a pasty one. It has both “flesh” and “bone”.

Shui Xian is famous for its durability. Zheng Yan Shui Xian easily gives 8-10 infusions, with consistent quality throughout – no sudden drop-off.

Infusions 1-3：Orchid aroma at its freshest, thick liquor, clear rock rhyme

Infusions 4-6：Floral notes become gentler, rice-soup texture remains full, sweetness increases

Infusions 7-10：Aroma fades, but rock-sugar sweetness and herbal sweetness remain clear – liquor still golden, never watery

The infused leaves are thick, soft, bright, and elastic – green-brown to copper-brown. The edges show a clear “red edge, green center” – even fermentation. The spent leaves give off a gentle orchid and roasted aroma.

Product name	Zheng Yan Shui Xian (Wuyi Rock Tea)
Type	Oolong tea (Wuyi Yancha)
Origin	Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China (core Zheng Yan area)
Bush age	30-50 years (prime, stable quality)
Cultivar	Shui Xian (clonal variety)
Roast level	Medium charcoal roast
Net weight & servings	100g (~12 servings) / 250g (~30 servings) / 500g (~60 servings)
Serving size	~8-9g (recommended for gongfu brewing)
Packaging	Kraft paper bag – simple, eco-friendly
Shelf life	Can be stored for years under proper conditions (best within 3-5 years, can be aged)
Storage	Cool, dry, away from light, airtight
Shipping	Free worldwide shipping – shipped from China, delivered in 3-10 days (depending on region)

Step	Instruction
Teaware	Gaiwan, Yixing pot, or glassware (glass gaiwan, glass teapot) – all work well
Water	Spring/filtered water, boiling 100°C / 212°F
Leaf amount	8-9g (one full serving)
Rinse	Quick rinse with boiling water (discard after ~5 seconds) to awaken the orchid aroma
Infusion times	First steep: 5-15 seconds, then gradually increase time according to your taste (e.g., add 3-5 seconds per steep). Short steeps for lighter flavor, longer for more richness. Shui Xian is very durable – don’t worry about over-steeping.
Western style	3g + 250ml boiling water, steep 2-3 minutes (perfect for office or quick brew)
Pro tip：Shui Xian’s “rice-soup texture” is most pronounced in the 3rd and 4th infusions. If you’re new to Shui Xian, don’t judge it by the first steep alone – give it time. It will slowly reveal its thickness.
Kraft paper packaging：We chose kraft paper bags over fancy tins or gift boxes – because Shui Xian’s charm is in the tea, not the package. Kraft paper is eco-friendly, simple, and breathable. If you plan to finish it within 3-6 months, just store it in a cool, dry place away from light. For long-term storage, transfer to an airtight ceramic or tin container.

🌍 Shipped from China – free worldwide shipping – wherever you are, we ship for free. Orders are dispatched within 24 hours from China, with a global tracking number provided.

📦 Delivery time：Approximately 3-10 days, depending on your region:

Asia (e.g., Japan, South Korea, Singapore)：approx. 3-5 days

Major European & US countries (e.g., USA, UK, Germany, France)：approx. 5-7 days

Other regions (e.g., Australia, Middle East, South America)：approx. 7-10 days

👉 Zheng Yan Shui Xian is for everyone – but especially recommended if:

You’re looking for a daily drinker – affordable, stable quality, never boring

You’re new to Yancha – Shui Xian is the most “friendly” entry point – no sharp edges, easy to love from the first sip

You’ve been drinking Rou Gui and want a change – from spicy and bold back to gentle warmth – you’ll feel “finally, I can relax”

You’re buying for elders – Shui Xian is gentle, never hurts the stomach – many lifelong tea drinkers end up with only this

You need an office or home staple – hard to mess up, even if you brew it in a large mug, it still comes out sweet

Zheng Yan Shui Xian won’t make you say “wow.” But it will make you say “mmm,” and then quietly brew another pot.

Choose your size and add to cart – bring home the “mellow backbone” of Yancha

100g (~12 servings) – Taster pack, perfect for first-timers or travel

250g (~30 servings) – Daily drinker pack, great for regular enjoyment – one box lasts a month

500g (~60 servings) – Stock-up pack, best value – for long-term drinking, family sharing, or group buys with tea friends

Core Zheng Yan origin · Medium charcoal roast · Orchid aroma & rock rhyme · Kraft paper packaging · Free worldwide shipping · 3-10 day delivery