Bai Ji Guan Tea
White Cockscomb · White Rooster Crest
Bai Ji Guan is the rarest of the four famous Wuyi bush teas, named for its pale, yellow-green leaves.
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What does Bai Ji Guan taste like?
Bai Ji Guan is the rarest of the four famous Wuyi bush teas, named for its pale, yellow-green leaves. Despite its light appearance, it is a fully oxidized yancha with a gentle roast. The cup is delicate and refined: honeyed florals, soft citrus, and a silky mineral finish. Its pale leaf color and lighter roast make it the gentlest entry point among the Wuyi rock teas.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Fujian (Wuyi), China
Bai Ji Guan grows in small quantities on the Wuyi cliffs, and its pale leaves are easy to spot among other yancha bushes.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Bai Ji Guan
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Bai Ji Guan
Typical brewed serving
Bai Ji Guan is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 25–45 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Bai Ji Guan Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Bai Ji Guan tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Bai Ji Guan tea?
Bai Ji Guan is the rarest of the four famous Wuyi bush teas, named for its pale, yellow-green leaves. It is also known as White Cockscomb and White Rooster Crest.
Does Bai Ji Guan tea have caffeine?
Yes. Bai Ji Guan is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 25–45 mg per brewed serving.
What does Bai Ji Guan tea taste like?
Bai Ji Guan is known for a profile led by Honeyed, Floral, and Citrus, with a light body.
How do you brew Bai Ji Guan tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 95–100°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 3–6 times.
Is Bai Ji Guan tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Bai Ji Guan; its profile centers on Honeyed, Floral, and Citrus.