Wuyi Tiangou Stone Rougui (Dog Meat Rougui) — Traditional Charcoal-Roasted Wuyi Rock Oolong

Deep Cinnamon Spice, Roasted Sweetness & a Lingering Finish

Discover Wuyi Tiangou Stone Rougui, also known as Dog Meat Rougui, a Wuyi rock oolong made from the Rougui (肉桂) cultivar. Known for its cinnamon-like aromatic character, Rougui offers tea drinkers a way to explore the relationship between cultivar, origin, and roasting.

The name “Dog Meat Rougui” is a traditional-style tea nickname, not an ingredient or a literal flavor description. It connects this tea to the playful animal-themed naming culture of Wuyi Rock Tea, where place names, landscape imagery, and wordplay have become part of the tea-drinking experience.

Made using a traditional-style charcoal roast, this tea is intended for drinkers who appreciate warm spice, roasted depth, and a lingering finish without smoke overpowering the cup.

Tea Information

• Chinese Name: 武夷山天狗石肉桂

• Pinyin: Wǔyí Shān Tiāngǒu Shí Ròuguì

• English Name: Wuyi Tiangou Stone Rougui (Dog Meat Rougui)

• Tea Type: Wuyi Rock Tea (Yancha)

• Cultivar: Rougui (肉桂)

• Origin: Wuyi, Fujian, China

• Harvest Date: September 16, 2026

• Tea Master: Liu Guoying

• Roasting Style: Traditional-style charcoal roast

Flavor & Tasting Notes

Rougui is associated with a distinctive cinnamon-like fragrance, while roasting can add warmth and depth to its aromatic profile.

• Aroma: Warm cinnamon-like spice with roasted notes

• Taste: Layered spice and roasted sweetness

• Mouthfeel: A rounded texture that develops over successive infusions

• Finish: Lingering sweetness with a clean, mineral-like impression

The goal of a balanced charcoal roast is to complement the tea rather than overwhelm it. The best way to appreciate this tea is to follow how its aroma, texture, and finish develop as you brew.

The Twelve Zodiac Rougui: Discover the Story Behind Dog Meat Rougui

Why do Wuyi tea drinkers talk about Beef, Horse Meat, Monkey Meat, Chicken Meat, and Dog Meat when discussing tea?

These playful names belong to a distinctive part of Wuyi tea culture. They connect Rougui teas with place names, rock formations, local stories, and the Chinese zodiac's familiar animal imagery. They are not official classifications of twelve separate Rougui cultivars, and the exact associations can vary among tea communities.

Dog Meat Rougui is associated with Tiangou Stone. The name Tiangou evokes the “Heavenly Dog” of Chinese mythology, adding a cultural layer to this tea's nickname. This association is best understood as cultural imagery rather than proof of a specific historical naming event.

Explore the full story in our feature: The Twelve Zodiac Rougui of Wuyi Rock Tea. Discover how names such as Beef and Horse Meat became part of Wuyi's memorable tea-table language, and how these stories invite tea drinkers to explore the region's diverse Rougui traditions.

How to Brew Tiangou Stone Rougui

Gongfu Brewing — Recommended

Gongfu brewing is a great way to explore the changing aroma and texture of Wuyi Rock Tea.

1. Use 5–7 g of tea in a 100–120 ml gaiwan.

2. Heat water to approximately 95–100°C (203–212°F).

3. Rinse briefly if desired, then discard the rinse water.

4. Begin with a short first infusion of around 5–10 seconds.

5. Adjust the steeping time gradually according to taste and the tea's response.

For more detailed instructions, read our Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide.

Western-Style Brewing

Use approximately 3 g per 300 ml of water at 95–100°C. Start with a 2–3 minute infusion and adjust the time to suit your preferred strength.

Understanding Rougui and Wuyi Rock Tea

Rougui is one of the best-known cultivars associated with Wuyi Rock Tea. Although its cinnamon-like fragrance is a useful starting point, individual teas can differ according to growing location, harvesting, processing, roasting, storage, and brewing.

Explore more of Wuyi tea culture and Chinese oolong:

• Why Do So Many People Love Rock Tea? — Discover the appeal of Yancha's varied aromas, roasted depth, and lingering finish.

• The Main Types of Chinese Oolong Tea — Learn how major oolong styles differ.

• Light and Dark Roasted Oolong: Key Flavor Differences — Understand how roasting can shape aroma and taste.

• Chinese Oolong Tea Guide — Explore the broader world of Chinese oolong.

• Shop the Oolong Tea Collection — Browse more oolong teas from MoriMa Tea.

Storage & Care

Keep your tea in an airtight, opaque container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat, moisture, and strong odors. Avoid refrigeration, as condensation can affect the leaves when the container is removed.

Seal the tea promptly after each use and keep the leaves dry. Store carefully to help preserve the tea's aroma and roasted character.

Explore Wuyi Rock Tea with MoriMa Tea

From the cinnamon-like character of Rougui to the colorful stories behind the Twelve Zodiac Rougui, Wuyi Rock Tea offers plenty to discover. Follow the names back to the mountains, explore the craft behind the leaves, and find the styles that suit your own tea table.

Explore the Chinese Oolong Tea Guide or browse the MoriMa Tea Oolong Collection to continue your journey.