Yong Chun Fo Shou Tea
Buddha's Hand · Fo Shou
Yongchun Fo Shou is a traditional southern Fujian oolong whose large, citrus-tree-like leaves give a cup that is gently aromatic rather than intensely floral.
Flavor Profile
What does Yong Chun Fo Shou taste like?
Yongchun Fo Shou is a traditional southern Fujian oolong whose large, citrus-tree-like leaves give a cup that is gently aromatic rather than intensely floral. Brewed gongfu style, it shows soft orchid florals, a warm grain sweetness, and a smooth, rounded body with a clean mineral finish. It is less famous than Anxi Tie Guan Yin but prized locally for its calm, balanced character.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Fujian (Yongchun), China
Yongchun county in southern Fujian has produced Fo Shou oolong for generations, often from older bush stock.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Yong Chun Fo Shou
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Yong Chun Fo Shou
Typical brewed serving
Yong Chun Fo Shou is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 30–50 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Yong Chun Fo Shou Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Yong Chun Fo Shou tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Yong Chun Fo Shou tea?
Yongchun Fo Shou is a traditional southern Fujian oolong whose large, citrus-tree-like leaves give a cup that is gently aromatic rather than intensely floral. It is also known as Buddha's Hand and Fo Shou.
Does Yong Chun Fo Shou tea have caffeine?
Yes. Yong Chun Fo Shou is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–50 mg per brewed serving.
What does Yong Chun Fo Shou tea taste like?
Yong Chun Fo Shou is known for a profile led by Floral, Sweet, and Smooth, with a medium body.
How do you brew Yong Chun Fo Shou tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 3–6 times.
Is Yong Chun Fo Shou tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Yong Chun Fo Shou; its profile centers on Floral, Sweet, and Smooth.