{"product_id":"zhuangyuanling-rougui-number-one-scholar-ridge-wuyi-oolong","title":"Zhuangyuanling Rougui – Number One Scholar Ridge Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Oolong","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling Rougui – Number One Scholar Ridge Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Oolong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Historic Mountain Pass, a Distinctive Rougui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot every Wuyi Rock Tea comes from a hidden ravine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling Rougui (Number One Scholar Ridge Rougui)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e comes from a varied mountain landscape of rocky valleys, elevated slopes, streams, and sheltered tea gardens in the Wuyi Scenic Area of Fujian, China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade from the Rougui tea cultivar and finished with a traditional-style charcoal roast, this Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Oolong is described by its harvest profile as richly fruity, with ripe peach-like sweetness, a full and smooth body, and a lingering returning sweetness. It is a compelling choice for tea drinkers who enjoy expressive roasted oolong and want to explore the character of individual Wuyi mountain sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 武夷山状元岭肉桂\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinyin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wǔyí Shān Zhuàngyuán Lǐng Ròuguì\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEnglish Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wuyi Zhuangyuanling Rougui (Number One Scholar Ridge Rougui)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wuyi Rock Tea (Yancha)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rougui (肉桂)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Zhuangyuanling, Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvest Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e September 10, 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea Master:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chen Dunjie\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoasting Style:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Traditional-style charcoal roast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Origin – Zhuangyuanling, the Number One Scholar Ridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling is a scenic mountain pass within the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area, surrounded by the dramatic Danxia landforms that define this part of Fujian. Its name, often translated as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber One Scholar Ridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, carries a sense of history and aspiration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCross the pass and the landscape opens into a valley. Xiaoyunü Peak stands directly ahead; Liuguanzhai lies a short distance to the west, while Tianxin Village can be seen to the east. This ridge was once part of an official route into and out of the Wuyi Mountains. Its broad, relatively level path made it a practical passage through the mountain terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pass is also associated with the auspicious image of a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecarp leaping over the Dragon Gate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e – a traditional symbol of achievement, advancement, and success in Chinese culture. This local story gives Zhuangyuanling more than a geographical identity: it connects the mountain landscape with the cultural imagination of the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Mountain Site of Valleys, Slopes, and Flowing Water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling is not a single uniform tea garden. Its landscape includes narrow ravines and valley bottoms as well as tea plots on higher ridges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the bottom of the pass, the route divides. One direction leads toward Banzhuke and Bishiyan; the other leads toward Liuguanzhai. A natural pool lies between these routes, and a nearby stream eventually joins Bishiyan Stream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe journey toward Banzhuke also passes Yanzixia, another tea-growing site belonging to the same collective tea garden area of approximately 133 mu. After passing this hillside tea area, the route climbs over the Zhuangyuanling pass before continuing toward Banzhuke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling is also positioned in relation to several recognizable Wuyi landmarks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eXiaoyunü Peak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Directly opposite the mountain pass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiuguanzhai:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Located a short distance to the west.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTianxin Village:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Visible toward the east.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanzhuke:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In the northern part of the scenic area, near Qingshi Rock and Liuguanzhai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBishiyan:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Connected to the valley's stream system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese nearby places help explain why Zhuangyuanling is best understood as part of a wider network of Wuyi mountain terrain rather than an isolated tea plot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Growing Environment – Sunlight, Rock Walls, and Valley Moisture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompared with deeply enclosed ravines, Zhuangyuanling receives longer periods of sunlight. Yet its growing conditions are not simply those of an exposed ridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRock walls on both sides provide shelter, while lower sections of the terrain form enclosed, valley-like spaces. This combination creates conditions similar in some respects to a ravine tea garden, where direct sunlight is moderated by the surrounding landscape and more diffused light reaches the tea bushes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA reliable water system, relatively high humidity, and abundant vegetation contribute to a mild, moist growing environment throughout the year. The contrast between open ridge sections and sheltered valley areas gives Zhuangyuanling a varied landscape, with different exposures and moisture conditions across the site.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor tea drinkers interested in terroir, this is an important part of the story. The character of Wuyi Yancha is shaped not only by the cultivar and processing, but also by the particular terrain in which the tea grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tea – Rougui Cultivar and Traditional Charcoal Roasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eZhuangyuanling Rougui is made from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRougui (肉桂)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a recognized Wuyi tea cultivar. The name is often translated as “Cinnamon,” but it does not mean that cinnamon spice is added to the tea. Rougui is a tea plant variety whose aromatic character can include cinnamon-like, fruity, floral, and warm roasted impressions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter harvesting, the leaves are processed as Wuyi Rock Oolong and finished with a traditional-style charcoal roast. This roasting style gives the tea warmth and depth, contributing to its roasted character while allowing the cultivar and growing environment to remain central to the cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma – Ripe Peach, Rich Fruit, and Lingering Sweetness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tasting profile provided for this September 10, 2026 harvest is especially fruit-forward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe aroma is described as rich and inviting, with a ripe-fruit character reminiscent of very ripe peach. Floral notes add another layer, while the Rougui cultivar contributes its characteristic warm aromatic dimension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, the liquor is described as full-bodied yet smooth, with a rounded texture and a sense of depth. Sweetness builds through the sip and lingers after swallowing, accompanied by a noticeable returning sweetness (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehui gan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) and a lasting throat sensation (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehou yun\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tea's profile can be summarized as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ripe fruit, peach-like sweetness, and floral notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full, smooth, and rounded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTaste:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rich, mellow, and sweet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lingering returning sweetness and a lasting throat sensation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are the supplied tasting impressions for this harvest, rather than a guarantee that every drinker will perceive exactly the same notes. Water quality, brewing strength, and individual sensitivity can all influence the cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Brew Zhuangyuanling Rougui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the best opportunity to explore its aroma and changing flavor, try the traditional Gongfu method. For more guidance, read our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/news\/what-is-gongfu-tea-brewing-and-how-do-you-do-it\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Tea Brewing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/blogs\/news\/what-is-gongfu-tea-brewing-and-how-do-you-do-it\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGongfu Brewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea: 8.3 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: 100–120 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 95–100°C (203–212°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst infusion: Begin with approximately 5–8 seconds after rinsing, then adjust to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLater infusions: Increase steeping time gradually as the flavor develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the tea tastes too strong, bitter, or drying, reduce the steeping time or use slightly less leaf. Empty the gaiwan or teapot fully after each infusion to avoid over-extracting the next brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern-Style Brewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea: 3–4 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater: 250 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature: 95°C (203°F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteeping time: Start with 2 minutes and adjust to your preferred strength.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore the tea in an airtight, food-safe container in a cool, dry place. Keep it away from direct sunlight, heat, humidity, and strong odors such as spices, coffee, or scented products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter opening, seal the package promptly. Avoid leaving the tea exposed to air between brewing sessions. Proper storage helps preserve its aroma and keeps unwanted moisture and surrounding odors from affecting the leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Wuyi Rock Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn about the different cultivars and styles in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/pages\/chinese-oolong-tea-guide\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Oolong Tea Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/pages\/chinese-oolong-tea-guide\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore more Wuyi and Chinese oolongs in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/collections\/oolong-tea\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOolong Tea Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/collections\/oolong-tea\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the regional character of Rougui through our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/it\/blogs\/news\/twelve-zodiac-rougui-wuyi-rock-tea\"\u003eTwelve Zodiac Rougui – Wuyi Rock Tea Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/blogs\/news\/twelve-zodiac-rougui-wuyi-rock-tea\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"Sample 15.0g","offer_id":67842020409658,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-ZYLG2SW","price":25.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50.0g","offer_id":67842020442426,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-ZYLG2WS","price":77.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100.0g","offer_id":67842020475194,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-ZYLG2YB","price":138.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250.0g","offer_id":67842020507962,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-ZYLG2BJ","price":316.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/ZhuangyuanlingRougui_NumberOneScholarRidgeCinnamonWuyiZhengyanRockTeaOolong_1.jpg?v=1793353334","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/it\/products\/zhuangyuanling-rougui-number-one-scholar-ridge-wuyi-oolong","provider":"MoriMa Tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}