Wuyi Mountains vs Anxi

Two distinct growing regions, two different cups. Here's how they actually compare.

Wuyi Mountains, China (Fujian)

Altitude

200–700m

Harvest

Apr–May

Rock oolongs (yancha) grown in mineral-rich cliffs; home of Da Hong Pao.

Anxi, China (Fujian)

Altitude

300–1,000m

Harvest

Spring & Autumn

Birthplace of Tie Guan Yin, a floral, lightly oxidized oolong.

The short version

Both are worth trying rather than choosing between — see them side by side on the interactive map, along with 48 other growing regions, for the full picture.

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