Form
Loose leaf
Leaf
Oolong
Brew temp
200°F
Steep time
20-30 sec, multi-steep
The verdict
Where this pick fits.
Single-cultivar oolong from Fenghuang Mountain in Guangdong — the honey orchid (mi lan xiang) aroma announces itself before the cup reaches the lips. Roasted just enough to add depth without burying the stone fruit. First steep: lychee and peach. Third steep: dry wood, slow honey. Pour short, pour fast, do not linger on the timing.
Honey orchid arrives before the cup. Stone fruit on the first steep. Wood on the third. It earned its spot in our lineup by solving the stage it's supposed to solve — without pretending to solve every stage after it.
Quick take
- Best for: gongfu sessions, aromatic oolong, honey and stone fruit palette
- Format: Loose leaf
- Leaf: Oolong
- Caffeine: medium
Best for
Where it earns its keep.
- · gongfu sessions
- · aromatic oolong
- · honey and stone fruit palette
- · experienced drinkers
Common questions
Before you pour.
Is the Phoenix Dancong Mi Lan Xiang Honey Orchid Oolong worth it? +
Single-cultivar oolong from Fenghuang Mountain in Guangdong — the honey orchid (mi lan xiang) aroma announces itself before the cup reaches the lips. Roasted just enough to add depth without burying the stone fruit. First steep: lychee and peach. Third steep: dry wood, slow honey. Pour short, pour fast, do not linger on the timing. We keep it in the lineup for gongfu sessions and aromatic oolong.
How much caffeine is in Phoenix Dancong Mi Lan Xiang Honey Orchid Oolong? +
It sits in the medium range, which is typical for oolong tea. A longer steep pulls more caffeine; pull it early in the 20-30 sec, multi-steep window to keep the cup lighter.
What water temperature and steep time does Phoenix Dancong Mi Lan Xiang Honey Orchid Oolong need? +
Brew at 200°F for 20-30 sec, multi-steep. Our brewing guide has the full method, ratio, and water notes.
Where can you buy the Phoenix Dancong Mi Lan Xiang Honey Orchid Oolong? +
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