Why This Tea Was Curated
Sourced from the Wudong Mountain core area, this premium Phoenix Dan Cong (Ya Shi Xiang) is crafted with traditional charcoal-roasting.
It delivers a full-bodied oolong tea experience with deep honey-fruit notes and a multi-layered finish—the ultimate choice for connoisseurs seeking authentic mountain-grown tea.
✔Rich, complex aroma with honey and fruit notes.
✔Full-bodied flavor with a smooth, sweet finish.
✔Traditional roasting technique enhances depth and character.
Flavor Profile of Duck Shit Oolong (High-Roasted)
Aroma: Roasted floral notes, honeyed sweetness, and ripe-fruit depth
Taste: Rich and full-bodied with a lingering sweetness.
Mouthfeel: Smooth and creamy with a satisfying finish.
Flavor Ratings
5 indicates the strongest intensity of that characteristic, not overall quality.
| Sweetness | 3 / 5 (5 = sweetest) — returning sweetness |
|---|---|
| Bitterness | 3 / 5 (5 = most bitter) |
| Astringency | 1 / 5 (5 = most astringent) |
| Body / Thickness | 4 / 5 (5 = thickest body) |
| Roast Level | 4 / 5 (5 = darkest roast) |
| Brewing Ease | 2 / 5 (5 = easiest to brew) |
✔ Tea lovers who enjoy rich, roasted oolong.
✘Those who prefer light and delicate teas.
How to Brew Duck Shit Oolong (High-Roasted)
Mug Brewing (Not Recommended)
For best results, we recommend gongfu-style brewing and tea–water separation is required. Without a separation tool, it’s easy to over-steep this tea.
Gongfu Brewing
Tea-to-Water：7 g / 120 mL (4 fl. oz)
Water Temp：100°C (212°F)
Steep Time：5 sec · Increase gradually
Separate tea and water after each infusion. Use boiling water to fully release the aroma.
Duck Shit Oolong (High-Roasted) Details & Specifications
| Tea Category | Phoenix Dan Cong Oolong Tea (High-Roasted) |
|---|---|
| Plucking Standard | One bud with two leaves |
| Cultivar | Camellia sinensis cv. Wu Ye |
| Season | Spring |
| Oxidation Level | Medium to heavy oxidation |
| Aroma |
Roasted floral notes, honeyed sweetness, and ripe-fruit depth |
| Liquor Color | Deep golden yellow or amber |
| Mouthfeel | Smooth and creamy with a satisfying finish. |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
| Caffeine | Moderate caffeine (less than 20% of a cup of coffee) |
| Storage | Store sealed, dry, away from light and strong odors. |
| Origin | Wudong Village, Wudong Mountain, Fenghuang Town, Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province, China. |
Origin & Terroir of Ya Shi Xiang (High-Roasted)
Tea Origin (Fenghuang Town, Chaozhou, Guangdong)
This Ya Shi Xiang Dancong (also known as Duck Shit Aroma, Duck Shit Dancong, and part of Fenghuang Dancong / Phoenix Dan Cong / Dancong Oolong) comes from the core tea area of Fenghuang Town, Chao’an District, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China—the birthplace of Dancong oolong.
This is a roasted (nongxiang) style with a heavier roast, often built through multiple roasting rounds. The cup becomes warmer and smoother, with less edge and brief pleasant bitterness that turns sweet. Aromatically, it shifts from bright florals toward a more mature profile—clean toasty roast, ripe-fruit notes, and honeyed sweetness—making it a mellow, full-bodied roasted oolong suited for experienced tea drinkers.
Our Selection Focus (Roast Direction)
For this tea, we focus on the roast level and aroma balance. We select the version with a deeper roast that stays clean and smooth—showing clearer honey/fruit character, a gentler mouthfeel, and more consistent long-drinking performance.
History of Duck Shit Oolong (High-Roasted)
Ya Shi Xiang (also known as “Duck Shit Aroma” Dan Cong Oolong) is not named because it smells strange. The most popular local story says a Phoenix Mountain tea farmer introduced a rare, highly fragrant tea plant and feared others would steal cuttings—so he used an intentionally unappealing “cover name,” calling it Duck Shit Aroma. The tea was so naturally aromatic that the name stuck and became famous.
There are other folk explanations too: some say it came from local yellow soil nicknamed “duck-shit soil,” while others link it to leaf shape. Whatever the origin, what matters in the cup is clear—this Phoenix Dan Cong oolong tea is loved for its intense floral aroma, sweet finish, and smooth, fragrant character.
Duck Shit Oolong (High-Roasted) FAQs
Q1.Does Duck Shit Oolong Tea contain caffeine?
Yes, Ya Shi Xiang has moderate caffeine, less than 20% of a cup of coffee.
Q2. How should I brew Duck Shit Oolong?
For Gongfu brewing, use 7 g per 120 ml for 5 seconds, increasing gradually.
Q3. What is the flavor profile of Duck Shit Oolong?
Ya Shi Xiang features a rich, full-bodied flavor with honey and caramel notes, complemented by a smooth mouthfeel.
Q4. Is Duck Shit Oolong suitable for beginners?
Ya Shi Xiang is best for those who enjoy rich, roasted oolong teas. Beginners may find it too intense.
Q5. How should I store Duck Shit Oolong?
Store sealed, dry, away from light and strong odors.
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