Ancient Tree (Gushu) Sheng Pu'er

Yunnan, Jingmai Mountain

Deep, complex, bitter-sweet, huigan (returning sweetness), powerful

From $5.60

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Anxi Huacheng Charcoal Tieguanyin (炭焙铁观音)

Fujian, Anxi

Concentrated fragrance, roasted notes, honey, stone fruit

From $4.90

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Anxi Tieguanyin Grade 1 — Light Aroma (清香型)

Fujian, Anxi

Orchid, floral, spring grass, mild sweetness, no bitterness

From $4.90

Bai Hao Yin Zhen (白毫银针) — Silver Needle

Fujian, Fuding

Melon, honey, sweet, delicate, silky

From $7.70

Bai Ji Guan (白鸡冠) — White Rooster Comb

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Magnolia, airy, sweet, light-bodied, rare

From $6.30

Bi Luo Chun (碧螺春) — Green Snail Spring

Jiangsu, Dongting Mountain (Taihu)

Fruity, floral, tender, delicate, curly leaves

From $6.30

Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) — Light Roast

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Floral, light mineral, orchid, clean finish

From $6.30

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Da Hong Pao (Big Red Robe) — Medium Roast

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Balanced, fruity-mineral, stone fruit, lasting finish

From $6.30

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Dian Hong (滇红) — Yunnan Red

Yunnan

Dark chocolate, malt, dried fruit, full-bodied

From $7.00

Jin Jun Mei (金骏眉) — Golden Beautiful Eyebrow

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Honey, sweet potato, malt, smooth, no astringency

From $7.00

Longjing (龙井) — Dragon Well

Zhejiang, Hangzhou (West Lake)

Chestnut, sweet, vegetal, smooth, flat leaf

From $6.30

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Organic Sheng Pu'er 2026 (生普洱)

Yunnan

Fresh, vegetal, sweet, hint of bitterness, aging potential

From $5.60

Phoenix Dancong — Duck Shit Aroma (鸭屎香)

Guangdong, Chaozhou (Phoenix Mountain)

Milky, floral, citrus, surprisingly elegant

From $4.90

Phoenix Dancong — Milan Honey Orchid (蜜兰香)

Guangdong, Chaozhou (Phoenix Mountain)

Honey orchid, fruity, complex aroma, long finish

From $4.90

Premium Anxi High Mountain Tieguanyin

Fujian, Anxi (High Mountain)

Rich orchid, creamy texture, lingering sweetness

From $4.90

Qi Men Hong (祁门红) — Keemun

Anhui, Qimen

Winey, floral, stone fruit, complex, "the Burgundy of teas"

From $7.00

Rou Gui (肉桂) — Cinnamon Rock Tea

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Cinnamon, spice, mineral, warming, distinctive

From $6.30

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Shou Pu'er (熟普洱) — Aged 3-5 Years

Yunnan

Earthy, smooth, dark wood, mushrooms, cream

From $5.60

Shou Pu'er Mini Tuo (迷你沱)

Yunnan

Smooth, earthy, convenient, consistent

From $5.60

Shui Xian (水仙) — Narcissus

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains

Narcissus, creamy, mineral, smooth, beginner-friendly

From $6.30

Taiwan High Mountain Oolong (阿里山高山乌龙)

Taiwan, Alishan

Creamy, buttery, floral, milky, smooth

From $4.90

Tieguanyin Budget — 1688 Direct

Fujian, Anxi

Basic orchid, mild sweetness, everyday tea

From $4.90

Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong (正山小种) — Lapsang Souchong

Fujian, Wuyi Mountains (Tongmu)

Longan, honey, pine smoke (traditional), or fruity (unsmoked)

From $7.00