Mao Xie aka "Hairy Crab" is a type of Anxi oolong tea that grows in many places in Anxi county of Fujian. Mao Xie means literally "Hair of the Crab" and refers to the hairs on the tea leaves that break off when brewed and float on the top of your cup. Mao Xie has got a thicker and sweeter taste than its more floral counterpart Tie Guan Yin.

Our Mao Xie Oolong is the highest grade normally available.

Region:  Gan De Village in Anxi County

Elevation:  650 Meters

Varietal:  Hairy Crab 毛蟹

Western: 205°F, 2 minutes.

Fu: 95°C, 30 seconds, first infusion.