Zheng Shan "Original Mountains" comprise the highlands of Wuyi Mountain National Nature Reserve in northwestern Fujian province, China. Within the area is a 400 year old tea garden in Tong Mu Guan of Xing "Star" Village. The Xiao Zhong (small species) varietal tea plants grow scattered along the rocky ground between a clear mountain stream and a wild bamboo forest.

Water Temp °F (°C)	Quality of Water	Quantity of Leaf (tsp / 8oz water)	Steep Time (minutes)	Infusions
190°F (88°C)	Best with spring water	1	5	2

Chinese black teas can range drastically in flavor and aroma but generally produce very full bodied, strong infusions. A water temperature of 180 to 200 F is sufficient to bring the rich character of the leaf. Some recommend water at a full, rolling boil, but in our opinion boiling reduces the oxygen content in good water and gives the tea a flatter taste as opposed to a more livelier one from slightly cooler water.