{"product_id":"foguo-yan-rougui-rock-wuyi-rock-tea-oolong","title":"Foguo Yan Rougui(Buddha Rock) — Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Tea Oolong","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoguo Yan Rougui – Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Oolong Tea, Traditional Charcoal-Roasted Loose Leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Peach-Sweet Rougui from the Buddhist Rock Gardens of Northern Wuyi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoguo Yan Rougui is a Wuyi Rock Oolong from Foguo Yan (佛国岩), a distinctive rocky tea-growing area in the northern part of Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area, Fujian, China. Made from the Rougui cultivar and traditionally charcoal-roasted under Tea Master Liu Guoying, this tea is described by its origin profile as full-bodied and lively, with a sweet, ripe-peach-like aroma that develops quietly rather than announcing itself all at once. It is a compelling choice for tea drinkers who enjoy the depth of roasted oolong but still want fruit-like sweetness and a lingering finish.\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 武夷山佛国岩肉桂\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 Fúguó Yán 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 Foguo Yan 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), Oolong Tea\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 Foguo Yan, Wuyi, 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 25, 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 Liu Guoying\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForm:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Loose-leaf tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoguo Yan: A Northern Wuyi Rock with a Story to Tell\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rock Shaped Like a Reclining Buddha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocated in the northern part of Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area, near Shuilian Cave (Water Curtain Cave), Foguo Yan is known for its distinctive, squared rock formation. The rock extends roughly 300 meters from north to south and is said to resemble a reclining Buddha. Its imposing form gives the surrounding landscape a strong sense of stillness and presence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the foot of the rock stands Foguo Temple (佛国寺). Historical accounts date the temple's founding to the early Qianlong period of the Qing dynasty, around 1743–1744, and attribute its establishment to a monk named Yunsong. The temple inscription is said to have survived.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe temple and rock form part of Wuyi Mountain's wider Buddhist heritage. Together with the temples associated with Lianhua Peak, Mituo Rock and Bishiy an, Foguo Temple reflects the long relationship between Buddhist practice, mountain landscapes and local tea culture. Standing among the surrounding rock formations, visitors encounter an atmosphere shaped by Buddhist imagery, solemn architecture and the quiet scale of the mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Open, Sunlit Tea-Growing Environment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoguo Yan is an important Wuyi Rock Tea growing area, with tea gardens established both on the upper rock and around its foothills. Compared with more enclosed ravines, the site is relatively open and receives abundant sunlight. The rock area's gravelly, weathered sandstone-derived soil is described as comparatively deep, offering a growing environment in which tea roots can develop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese conditions are part of the local identity of Foguo Yan Rougui. Its characteristic profile is associated with a substantial, lively liquor, ripe-peach-like sweetness and an aroma that can feel restrained at first, then linger after each sip. Individual cups will vary with brewing technique, water quality and the drinker's palate, but the appeal lies in the balance between roasted depth and fruit-like fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome local growing-site descriptions place dedicated tea gardens at around 612 meters above sea level and discuss the mineral composition of their soils. Exact elevation and laboratory-based mineral comparisons should be confirmed against the specific garden and batch records before being treated as verified specifications for this tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Historic Tea Factory and Living Craft Tradition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelow Foguo Yan is the site of Foguo Yan Tea Factory, described in local accounts as the only surviving old tea-factory site within the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area. Its historic buildings and traditional tea-making spaces—including roasting buildings and rooms used for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezuoqing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stage of oolong processing—have retained much of their original character and equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea historians also associate Foguo Yan with the development of modern Wuyi tea production. In 1939, tea expert Zhang Tianfu is said to have established the Fujian Demonstration Tea Factory here, which later became a tea research institute under the Nationalist government. Historical accounts of Wuyi tea production also record Foguo Yan among the area's tea factories and describe Zhang Tianfu's work documenting and developing well-known tea cultivars, including Rougui.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, the former factory site is associated with the heritage of the Ancient Tea Horse Road and the wider Wuyi tea-making tradition. Younger generations of tea practitioners continue to maintain and repair the historic site, helping preserve the buildings, equipment and knowledge that connect traditional tea craft with the present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoguo Yan Rougui brings that setting into the tea cup: a named Wuyi rock-growing area, a recognized oolong cultivar and a traditional-style charcoal roast guided by Tea Master Liu Guoying.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRougui Cultivar and Traditional Charcoal Roasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRougui is the name of the tea cultivar, not a promise that cinnamon spice has been added to the leaves. Depending on the garden, harvest and roast, Rougui can express different combinations of floral fragrance, warm spice, roasted notes, ripe fruit and mineral character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor Foguo Yan Rougui, the supplied tasting profile emphasizes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe peach-like sweetness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A soft, fruit-like aromatic impression rather than a sugary or flavored-tea character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-bodied texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A substantial mouthfeel that gives the tea presence without requiring an especially long steep.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLively, rounded flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e A balance of roasted depth and refreshing sweetness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA restrained, lingering aroma:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fragrance that may become more apparent as the tea cools or after the sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional charcoal-roasted character:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Warmth and depth from the roast, with the balance depending on brewing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are tasting descriptions, not added ingredients. Aroma and intensity are subjective, and the way you brew the leaves can change which notes stand out.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Brew Foguo Yan Rougui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a first tasting, use a small gaiwan or teapot to explore the tea across several short infusions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGongfu brewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasure:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start with 8.3 g of loose-leaf tea for a 100–120 ml gaiwan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat the water:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use approximately 95–100°C (203–212°F).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBegin with a short infusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Try 5–10 seconds after adding water, then taste before deciding whether to steep longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust gradually:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If the tea tastes too strong, shorten the next infusion or use slightly less leaf. If it tastes thin, add a few seconds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollow the changing flavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pay attention to the transition from roasted aroma to fruit-like sweetness and the finish after swallowing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA longer first steep is not automatically better. With tightly rolled Wuyi oolong, a small adjustment can make a noticeable difference in bitterness, body and aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more detailed instructions, see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ko\/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\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Store Your Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep Foguo Yan Rougui in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, moisture, strong odors and heat. Avoid storing it beside spices, coffee or scented products, as loose-leaf tea can absorb surrounding aromas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter opening, close the package promptly. Refrigeration is generally unnecessary for tea intended for regular use; if you choose to refrigerate tea for longer-term storage, seal it carefully and let the closed package return to room temperature before opening to reduce condensation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Wuyi Rock Oolong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover how Rougui varies by growing area in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ko\/blogs\/news\/twelve-zodiac-rougui-wuyi-rock-tea\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwelve Zodiac Rougui – Wuyi Rock Tea Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn about cultivars, growing regions and flavor differences in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ko\/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\u003eBrowse more styles in our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/ko\/collections\/oolong-tea\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWuyi and Chinese Oolong Tea Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\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":67809828667706,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-FGYG2SW","price":18.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50.0g","offer_id":67809828700474,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-FGYG2WS","price":57.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100.0g","offer_id":67809828733242,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-FGYG2YB","price":98.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250.0g","offer_id":67809828766010,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-FGYG2BJ","price":235.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/FoguoYanRougui_BuddhaRock_WuyiZhengyanRockTeaOolong_1.jpg?v=1793105313","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/ko\/products\/foguo-yan-rougui-rock-wuyi-rock-tea-oolong","provider":"MoriMa Tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}