Shui Jin Gui Tea
Golden Water Turtle
Shui Jin Gui is the fourth of the famous Wuyi bush teas, named for the golden water turtle said to guard its original bushes.
Flavor Profile
What does Shui Jin Gui taste like?
Shui Jin Gui is the fourth of the famous Wuyi bush teas, named for the golden water turtle said to guard its original bushes. The cup sits between the austerity of Tie Luo Han and the spice of Rou Gui: roasted dark fruit, warm grain, and a firm mineral structure with a surprisingly smooth, sweet finish. Medium-to-high roasting gives it a round, approachable body.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Fujian (Wuyi), China
Shui Jin Gui is traditionally traced to a small grove of bushes in the Wuyi mountains' Niulan Keng valley.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Shui Jin Gui
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Shui Jin Gui
Typical brewed serving
Shui Jin Gui 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
Shui Jin Gui Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Shui Jin Gui tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Shui Jin Gui tea?
Shui Jin Gui is the fourth of the famous Wuyi bush teas, named for the golden water turtle said to guard its original bushes. It is also known as Golden Water Turtle.
Does Shui Jin Gui tea have caffeine?
Yes. Shui Jin Gui is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–50 mg per brewed serving.
What does Shui Jin Gui tea taste like?
Shui Jin Gui is known for a profile led by Roasted, Fruity, and Mineral, with a strong body.
How do you brew Shui Jin Gui 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 Shui Jin Gui tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Shui Jin Gui; its profile centers on Roasted, Fruity, and Mineral.