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This Lunar New Year, we welcome the Year of the Fire Horse — a symbol of speed, vitality, passion, and perseverance.

I’m excited to share a limited-edition Tea Mail created especially for the new year. This time, I’ve chosen to spotlight Yan Cha, featuring a specially sourced Horse Head Rock Rou Gui alongside a beautiful Shui Xian, both from the stunning cliffs of Wuyishan — plus an adorable miniature horse tea pet to complete the set.

Bold, mineral-rich, and warmly roasted with an energizing character, these rock oolongs are the perfect way to say goodbye to winter and welcome spring with strength and intention.

Horse Year Tea Mail includes:

• Horse Head Rou Gui (Ma Rou)
  • Roasted Oolong tea from Horse Head Rock (Ma Tou Yan), Wuyishan
  • Tasting Notes: Cinnamon, Oak, Caramel, Charcoal
  • 3 x 9g packs
• Shui Xian
  • Roasted Oolong tea from Wuyishan
  • Tasting Notes: Orchid, Sweet Potato, Cream, Toasted Almonds
  • 2 x 8g packs
• A miniature Horse Tea Pet
  • Material: Clay
  • Size: 3 (L) x 1.5 (W) x 2.5 (H) cm — it's mini!!
• A Lunar New Year card handwritten by Mona

Limited availability — only 19 sets in total. Order while supplies last!

Brew Instructions

We recommend using a Gaiwan or small clay teapot to brew these teas. 

Gongfu Brew: 5-8g | 150ml | 98°C | 15 sec | +5 secs for additional brews | Can steep ~ 10 times

Farm Story:

A UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic cliff landscapes, Wuyishan is home to some of China’s finest teas. In particular, Horse Head Rock (Ma Tou Yan) is one of the most prized micro-regions inside Wuyishan National Park.

Our Horse Head Rock Rou Gui was crafted in this micro-region by Master Lin, whom I met in 2019 during my visit to Wuyishan. His family has been proudly producing horse head rock tea for three generations. We've stayed in touch since we first met, and I have been patiently waiting for the right moment to share his incredible tea with you.

Our Shui Xian was gifted to me during the holidays by my English student’s mother. Her family is originally from Wuyishan and owns a tea factory. I was so moved by her gesture and generosity that I felt compelled to pass her kindness on.