Fu Zhuan 2008With a warmly spicy and fruity character reminiscent of a rock oolong, this brick tea reveals its processing as a heicha in its groundedness and the longevity of its infusions. Before being compressed, the large, green leaves and stems were inoculated with Jin Hua, or Golden Flower (Eurotium Cristatum), a prized fungus which develops on many heichas, enhancing their flavour and making them subtly sweeter. Though scientific research into the positive

Its sculptural shape rests comfortably in the hand

it shows a touch of citrus peel bitterness and a slight astringency

So you can brew different kinds of tea in the same gaiwan

the liquor is creamy and aromatic

even outside

Fukien has supplied the city’s inhabitants with this traditional tea

tactile piece that reflects simplicity and warmth — bringing the focus back to clay

warm aromas of fresh milk roll

This Green Label has everything one would expect from a tea that was stored in the hot and humid Hong Kong climate

forming subtle landscapes shaped by the kiln

Its thin walls dissipate heat quickly

It's a unique style that complements the serious