Jiang Mu Xiang (姜母香) belongs to the Jiang Hua Xiang (姜花香) fragrance family, one of the distinctive fragrance types found in Phoenix Dan Cong.
This tea comes from Gui Zhu Hu Village in Wudong, growing at an altitude of around 1,200 meters. As indicated by its “Old Tree” designation, the tea is harvested from trees estimated to be around 80 years old. The character of these mature trees is clearly reflected in the tea, giving it greater depth and richness.
It is highly aromatic, with an intense fragrance that fills the mouth and continues into a rich, lingering finish. A natural sweetness gradually develops on the palate, accompanied by a long-lasting aroma that remains well after each sip.
Jiang Mu Xiang is one of the more distinctive and characterful Phoenix Dan Cong teas, with a fragrance that sets it apart from other varieties. It has also become one of the most popular Phoenix Dan Cong teas among our customers.
The Unique Aroma of Jiang Mu Xiang
The name Jiang Mu Xiang (姜母香) refers to the aroma of mature ginger. The tea is named for its distinctive, slightly spicy ginger-like note that appears prominently in the top notes.
However, when you actually taste the tea, you may notice something more complex. A clear and elegant raspberry-like fragrance comes through, layered with a distinctive aroma reminiscent of fresh galangal (南姜). The combination of bright raspberry and aromatic galangal creates a highly distinctive fragrance that sets this tea apart from other Phoenix Dan Cong varieties.
Galangal is a fresh spice closely related to ginger and is commonly used in Southeast Asian cooking, including Thai dishes such as Tom Yum soup. It also has a strong connection with Chaoshan (Teochew) cuisine.
In Chaoshan, beef and pork kway teow is a much-loved local staple. Fresh galangal is often grated and added as a condiment to beef kway teow, making its distinctive aroma very familiar to the local community. This may also be one reason why Jiang Mu Xiang is particularly popular in the Phoenix Mountain region and among local tea drinkers.
Among the many fragrance types of Phoenix Dan Cong, Jiang Mu Xiang is one of the easiest to recognize for its distinctive character, alongside Mi Lan Xiang (Honey Orchid Fragrance).
To preserve and highlight the quality of the tea leaves, this tea is carefully charcoal-roasted at a low temperature. Rather than creating a heavy roasted character, the gentle roasting process preserves the tea's fresh, high-aroma profile and allows its natural fragrance to shine.
The result is a tea that strikes an excellent balance between high-quality raw material and skilled traditional craftsmanship, offering a remarkably expressive and refined Phoenix Dan Cong experience.