{"product_id":"2016-bai-sha-xi-jian-xing-hua-zhuan-tea-brick","title":"2016 Bai Sha Xi “Jian Xing” Hua Zhuan Tea Brick","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"644\" data-start=\"137\"\u003eA special 2 kilogram Hua Zhuan tea brick produced by Bai Sha Xi Tea Factory in 2016, presented in a striking red commemorative box. Bai Sha Xi, based in Anhua County, Hunan, is one of the foundational producers of Hunan hei cha and is widely associated with the development and refinement of Fu Zhuan and Hua Zhuan style dark teas. This large-format brick is an impressive example of that tradition: densely pressed, beautifully packaged, and made to age and evolve slowly over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1146\" data-start=\"646\"\u003e“Hua Zhuan” refers to a pressed dark tea brick that develops the famous golden flowers prized in certain Hunan hei cha. These golden blooms are a beneficial fungus that forms under carefully controlled conditions and contributes both to the tea’s aroma and its mellow, sweet, comfortable drinking character. In the photos, the brick itself is beautifully pressed and embossed, while the box and inner wrap give it the feel of a gift or commemorative release rather than an everyday factory brick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1653\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1258\" data-start=\"1168\" data-section-id=\"1mcr13z\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1198\" data-start=\"1170\"\u003eLarge 2 kilogram format:\u003c\/strong\u003e a substantial sized brick of tea that ages slowly and steadily\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1373\" data-start=\"1259\" data-section-id=\"1tft562\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1287\" data-start=\"1261\"\u003eBai Sha Xi production:\u003c\/strong\u003e from one of the best-known and most historically important hei cha factories in Hunan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1463\" data-start=\"1374\" data-section-id=\"1dmp17b\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1376\"\u003eGolden flower style dark tea:\u003c\/strong\u003e prized for its sweet, smooth, gently earthy character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1556\" data-start=\"1464\" data-section-id=\"1bm3m3y\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1497\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eCommemorative presentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e housed in an eye-catching red box with matching inner wrap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1653\" data-start=\"1557\" data-section-id=\"1giwzyc\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1578\" data-start=\"1559\"\u003eAging-friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e large bricks like this tend to develop gradually and beautifully over time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1678\" data-start=\"1655\" data-section-id=\"9fmhap\"\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2126\" data-start=\"1679\"\u003eThis brick is composed entirely of spring harvest material from the Anhua area, then processed using Bai Sha Xi’s proprietary dark tea methods before being pressed into a large brick form. During controlled post-processing, the golden flowers develop within the brick under carefully managed temperature and humidity. The brick is then dried slowly at a low temperature to stabilize the tea without damaging the leaf or the golden flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2465\" data-start=\"2128\"\u003eThe result is a tea that brews a clear orange to amber liquor with a texture that is sweet, thick, and lubricating. The flavor profile is comforting and layered, with notes of dried fruit, hay, woodsy mushrooms, and mellow dark sweetness. It is not sharp or aggressive. Instead, it feels rounded, grounding, and easy on the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2483\" data-start=\"2467\" data-section-id=\"1yuwa5w\"\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2809\" data-start=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2556\" data-start=\"2484\" data-section-id=\"1bt4zfi\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2496\" data-start=\"2486\"\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e dried hay, grain, forest floor, light mushroom, dried fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2597\" data-start=\"2557\" data-section-id=\"1lw8kgh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2570\" data-start=\"2559\"\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e clear deep orange to amber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2692\" data-start=\"2598\" data-section-id=\"xbtopp\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2611\" data-start=\"2600\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e sweet and smooth with notes of dried fruit, hay, mushrooms, and mellow aged wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2762\" data-start=\"2693\" data-section-id=\"w9iqev\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2709\" data-start=\"2695\"\u003eMouthfeel:\u003c\/strong\u003e thick, soft, and lubricating in the mouth and throat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2809\" data-start=\"2763\" data-section-id=\"1adphlh\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2779\" data-start=\"2765\"\u003eBody feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e mild, steady, and comfortable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3350\" data-start=\"3334\" data-section-id=\"gp7zz1\"\u003eBrewing guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3443\" data-start=\"3351\"\u003eThis is a large, dense brick, so it benefits from a little patience when prying and brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3455\" data-start=\"3445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3455\" data-start=\"3445\"\u003eGongfu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3600\" data-start=\"3456\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3478\" data-start=\"3456\" data-section-id=\"qtn2i0\"\u003e6–8 grams per 100 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3503\" data-start=\"3479\" data-section-id=\"1eozk0o\"\u003e100 °C \/ boiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3525\" data-start=\"3504\" data-section-id=\"1p58fnh\"\u003eRinse once or twice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3576\" data-start=\"3526\" data-section-id=\"po9637\"\u003eStart around 15–20 seconds and adjust from there\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3600\" data-start=\"3577\" data-section-id=\"17phohc\"\u003eExpect many infusions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3613\" data-start=\"3602\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3613\" data-start=\"3602\"\u003eWestern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3687\" data-start=\"3614\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3636\" data-start=\"3614\" data-section-id=\"186qv5x\"\u003e4–5 grams per 300 ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3652\" data-start=\"3637\" data-section-id=\"1xtdwgl\"\u003eBoiling water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3666\" data-start=\"3653\" data-section-id=\"1mwygkg\"\u003e3–5 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3687\" data-start=\"3667\" data-section-id=\"mydnwx\"\u003eRe-steep 2–3 times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3710\" data-start=\"3689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3710\" data-start=\"3689\"\u003eBoiled \/ simmered\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3846\" data-start=\"3711\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3794\" data-start=\"3711\" data-section-id=\"q43tgq\"\u003eThis style of tea can also take gentle boiling very well once the leaf has opened\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3846\" data-start=\"3795\" data-section-id=\"18uvnec\"\u003eExcellent for thermos or kettle-style preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3710\" data-start=\"3689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"3710\" data-start=\"3689\"\u003eThermos style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"3846\" data-start=\"3711\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3794\" data-start=\"3711\" data-section-id=\"q43tgq\"\u003e1-1.5 grams per 100ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3846\" data-start=\"3795\" data-section-id=\"18uvnec\"\u003e30-60 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3862\" data-start=\"3848\" data-section-id=\"15gctsw\"\u003eAging notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4162\" data-start=\"3863\"\u003eLarge-format hei cha bricks like this are excellent for longer-term storage. Over time, expect the tea to become deeper, sweeter, woodier, and more integrated, while the mouthfeel grows rounder and the aroma more mellow. Store in \u003cstrong data-end=\"4162\" data-start=\"4093\"\u003e50-70% RH and 70-100F, in an odor-free area, with minimal airflow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4180\" data-start=\"4164\" data-section-id=\"srimn\"\u003eAllergen note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4403\" data-start=\"4181\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"4200\" data-start=\"4181\"\u003eALLERGEN ALERT:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because there is a possibility the golden flowers were inoculated using wheat flour, we cannot guarantee this tea is safe for those with \u003cstrong data-end=\"4356\" data-start=\"4338\"\u003eCeliac Disease\u003c\/strong\u003e or those with severe gluten-related allergies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4426\" data-start=\"4405\" data-section-id=\"1g510z\"\u003eBox condition note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4677\" data-start=\"4427\"\u003eThis tea comes in a presentation box, but due to its size and weight, \u003cstrong data-end=\"4534\" data-start=\"4497\"\u003ethe box may be damaged in transit\u003c\/strong\u003e. No refunds, credits, or returns will be offered for cosmetic box damage. If a perfect box is essential, this item may not be the best choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4693\" data-start=\"4679\" data-section-id=\"wyz46u\"\u003eIn Summary\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"5049\" data-start=\"4694\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4753\" data-start=\"4694\" data-section-id=\"1213nbl\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4705\" data-start=\"4696\"\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016 Bai Sha Xi “Jian Xing” Hua Zhuan Tea Brick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4791\" data-start=\"4754\" data-section-id=\"aoul0j\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4765\" data-start=\"4756\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hunan Hei Cha \/ Hua Zhuan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4830\" data-start=\"4792\" data-section-id=\"26b79b\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4807\" data-start=\"4794\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bai Sha Xi Tea Factory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4864\" data-start=\"4831\" data-section-id=\"1t7axwf\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4844\" data-start=\"4833\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anhua County, Hunan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4913\" data-start=\"4865\" data-section-id=\"180ct9n\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4888\" data-start=\"4867\"\u003eHarvest material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring Harvest Anhua tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4933\" data-start=\"4914\" data-section-id=\"1xiz4h\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4928\" data-start=\"4916\"\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4963\" data-start=\"4934\" data-section-id=\"1itpbij\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4947\" data-start=\"4936\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 kilograms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4997\" data-start=\"4964\" data-section-id=\"1llb6jf\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4977\" data-start=\"4966\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e large tightly pressed brick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"5221\" data-start=\"5051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5064\" data-start=\"5051\"\u003eIn short:\u003c\/strong\u003e a striking 2 kg Bai Sha Xi Hua Zhuan brick with classic Hunan dark tea character,  sweet, thick, mushroomy, soothing, and built for years of graceful aging.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bai Sha Xi","offers":[{"title":"2 Kilogram Brick","offer_id":46395477033159,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 Grams","offer_id":46395477065927,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 Grams","offer_id":46395477098695,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0586\/9817\/files\/DSC_4153.jpg?v=1775756291","url":"https:\/\/yunnansourcing.com\/en-ca\/products\/2016-bai-sha-xi-jian-xing-hua-zhuan-tea-brick","provider":"Yunnan Sourcing Tea Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}