2021 Bai Sha Xi Tian Fu – Tian Jian Fu Brick Tea

From the historic Bai Sha Xi Tea Factory in Anhua County, Hunan—the birthplace of dark tea (Hei Cha) and the first to produce Fu Bricks with Golden Flowers—comes this rare and innovative tea: Tian Fu Brick Tea.

This unique tea combines finished Tian Jian tea, one of Anhua’s most prized dark teas, with the traditional processing of Fu Bricks, allowing golden flowers (Eurotium Cristatum) to develop naturally during fermentation. The darker Tian Jian base gives the golden flowers a distinctive orange-brown hue, setting this brick apart from classic Fu Zhuan teas.

Tasting Notes

• Aroma: Rich, earthy, and slightly woody
• Flavor: Malty and sweet with a pleasant dried fruit aftertaste
• Mouthfeel: Smooth, warming, and balanced
• Character: Bold yet approachable, offering both tradition and innovation in one cup

Why It’s Special

• Authentic Origin: Produced by Bai Sha Xi, China’s oldest Hei Cha factory (est. 1940)
• Golden Flowers: The presence of Eurotium Cristatum contributes to both flavor and digestive benefits
• Heritage & Health: Fu Zhuan teas are traditionally consumed in Mongolia and Xinjiang to aid digestion, with higher quantities of golden flowers considered a mark of quality
• Authorized Source: Tao Tea Leaf is the official distributor of Bai Sha Xi in Canada and the United States. The photo shows one of our shipments freshly arrived in our container, with each case carefully packed with authentic Bai Sha Xi Hei Cha. From Anhua County, Hunan, to our Canadian warehouse, we ensure that every box delivers the heritage, craftsmanship, and quality of China’s most historic dark tea producer.

Details

• Producer: Bai Sha Xi Tea Factory
• Region: Anhua County, Hunan, China
• Year: 2021
• Form: 1 kg brick (pieces provided for smaller orders)

Steeping Guide

Gong Fu Style

• Amount: Break 3–5 g (approx. half a cube)
• Water Temp: 100°C (212°F)
• Rinse: Quick rinse to awaken the leaves
• First Steep: 30–50 seconds
• Second Steep: 10 seconds, then add 5–10 seconds with each infusion
• Resteep: Up to 8–10 times

Teapot or Mug

• Amount: 3–5 g
• Water: 8–16 oz at 100°C (212°F)
• Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
• Resteep: 3–4 times