{"product_id":"da-kengkou-rougui-wuyi-rock-tea-oolong","title":"Da Kengkou Rougui – Traditional Charcoal Roast Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Tea Oolong","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDa Kengkou Rougui – Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Tea Oolong, Traditional Charcoal Roast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Distinctive Wuyi Rock Tea from Da Kengkou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover Da Kengkou Rougui (武夷山倒水坑肉桂), a single-origin Wuyi Zhengyan Rock Tea Oolong from the celebrated Wuyi Mountain region of Fujian, China. Made from the Rougui (肉桂) cultivar and traditionally charcoal-roasted under the care of Tea Master Liu Guoying, this tea offers an opportunity to explore one of Wuyi's distinctive ravine growing areas through a carefully crafted Chinese oolong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor tea drinkers who want to look beyond generic oolong descriptions, Da Kengkou Rougui brings together a named growing location, a recognized cultivar, a documented harvest date, and a traditional roasting style. Its appeal lies in the connection between the tea and the landscape in which it grows.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDa Kengkou: A Distinctive Zhengyan Tea-Growing Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDa Kengkou (大坑口) is located within the Wuyi Mountain Scenic Area in Fujian, China, southeast of Tianxin Yongle Buddhist Temple and backed by Niulankeng (牛栏坑). The ravine extends from the scenic area's stone archway toward a monumental stone statue of Maitreya Buddha. This route is also a passage toward Jiulongke (九龙窠), the renowned site associated with the original mother bushes of Da Hong Pao.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin Wuyi's traditional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSan Keng Liang Jian\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e landscape—the Three Pits and Two Streams—Da Kengkou belongs to the pit-and-ravine category of the Zhengyan, or core rock-tea growing area. Although it is less widely publicized than Niulankeng and Huiyuankeng, Da Kengkou remains a recognized name among Wuyi Rock Tea origins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe terrain is relatively broad and basin-like. Following the scenic-area road for approximately five to six minutes brings visitors toward the entrance to the Da Hong Pao scenic area. Continuing uphill leads toward the end of the Da Kengkou route, where the imposing Maitreya Buddha statue stands. Local accounts associate the statue with the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty, adding a historical dimension to this distinctive mountain landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Natural Environment Behind Da Kengkou Rougui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSteep cliffs and rocky slopes rise on both sides of the ravine, while a clear stream runs through the valley. Tea plants grow in an environment characterized by ample sunlight, moderate humidity, deep soil, and abundant natural vegetation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surrounding mountains and plant cover filter, reflect, and scatter sunlight, creating a mixture of sunny and partially shaded conditions. Rather than receiving uniformly intense direct sunlight throughout the day, tea plants experience changing levels of direct and diffused light. These conditions influence plant growth and the accumulation of compounds that contribute to the character of the finished tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ravine is also rich in vegetation. Tea plants grow alongside trees, grasses, shrubs, and mosses, forming a complex ecosystem among the rocks and streamside growth. Although these plants may compete for nutrients, their coexistence contributes to the distinctive natural environment of the ravine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wider Wuyi landscape is also associated with the cultivation of Da Hong Pao, including the famous mother bushes at Jiulongke. The surrounding mountains, vegetation, and stream-fed valley provide important geographical context for understanding Da Kengkou's place among Wuyi's recognized rock-tea growing areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor tea enthusiasts interested in terroir, Da Kengkou is more than a name on a label. Its ravine landscape, changing light, abundant vegetation, and position within the Wuyi Zhengyan area provide a specific origin story for this Rougui oolong.\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 武夷山倒水坑肉桂\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 Dà Kēngkǒu 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 Da Kengkou 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 Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Area:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Da Kengkou (大坑口), Zhengyan rock-tea area\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 23, 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\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRougui Cultivar and Traditional Charcoal Roasting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRougui is a recognized Wuyi oolong tea cultivar. Its Chinese name, 肉桂, is commonly translated as “cinnamon” in English-language tea descriptions, but it refers to the tea cultivar rather than cinnamon being added as an ingredient.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional-style charcoal roasting is an important part of this tea's identity. Roasting influences the finished tea's aromatic profile and overall balance, bringing the processing style into conversation with the cultivar and growing environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor drinkers exploring traditional Wuyi Yancha, the relationship between cultivar, growing location, and roasting style is an important part of the experience. Rather than treating all Rougui teas as interchangeable, this listing identifies Da Kengkou as the specific growing area and records the tea's harvest date and tea master.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo added cinnamon or artificial flavoring is specified for this product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore More Wuyi Rougui Teas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInterested in how Rougui tea is represented across different Wuyi growing locations? Explore MoriMa Tea's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis guide introduces the Twelve Zodiac Rougui concept and provides another way to explore named Wuyi Rock Tea origins. Comparing teas by growing location, cultivar, and processing style can help you develop a more informed understanding of the diversity within traditional Chinese oolong.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Brew Da Kengkou Rougui\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGongfu brewing is an excellent way to explore Wuyi Rock Tea. Using a small brewing vessel and several short infusions allows you to adjust the strength and observe how the tea develops from one steep to the next.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuggested Gongfu Brewing Method\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 8.3 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100–120 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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\u003eFirst infusion:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 10–20 seconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing infusions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Increase steeping time gradually according to taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended teaware:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gaiwan or small Yixing clay teapot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm your teaware before brewing. Add the tea leaves, pour in hot water, and decant the infusion completely after the desired steeping time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf the tea tastes too intense or drying, shorten the next infusion or use slightly less leaf. If the flavor seems too light, increase the leaf-to-water ratio or extend the steeping time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWestern-Style Brewing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou do not need specialized gongfu equipment to enjoy this tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTea:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–3 g per 250 ml of water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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\u003eSteeping time:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 2–3 minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdjust the brewing parameters to suit your taste. Water quality, leaf quantity, and steeping time can all influence the final cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to Store Your Wuyi Rock Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProper storage helps protect the tea's aroma and roasting character between brewing sessions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the tea in an airtight, food-safe container.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtect it from humidity and strong odors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid storing it beside spices, coffee, or scented products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse a clean, dry tea scoop and keep moisture out of the stored leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReseal the package promptly after each use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeeping the tea dry and well sealed helps reduce unwanted odor absorption and moisture exposure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MoriMa Tea","offers":[{"title":"Sample 15.0g","offer_id":67782556942650,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-DKKG2SW","price":27.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50.0g","offer_id":67782556975418,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-DKKG2WS","price":89.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100.0g","offer_id":67782557008186,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-DKKG2YB","price":165.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250.0g","offer_id":67782557040954,"sku":"OTCT-WYORT-DKKG2BJ","price":386.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2323\/3605\/files\/DaKengkouRougui_WuyiZhengyanRockTeaOolong_1.jpg?v=1792836512","url":"https:\/\/www.morimatea.com\/products\/da-kengkou-rougui-wuyi-rock-tea-oolong","provider":"MoriMa Tea | Born for You, Burn for MMT.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}