80-Year Old Bush Duckshit Oolong (Updated Oct 2026)
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Duckshit Oolong, also known as Ya Shi Xiang (鸭屎香), is a fragrant style of Phoenix Dancong oolong from Chaozhou, Guangdong. Despite its unusual name, it's loved for its floral aroma and lingering sweetness.
This tea comes from approximately 80-year-old bushes. Its medium roast adds a gentle toasted-nut character without hiding the fragrance or natural sweetness. Look for orchid-like floral notes, hints of vanilla, toasted peanuts, and almonds. It's a welcoming choice for someone trying Duckshit Oolong for the first time, but there's plenty to enjoy even if you've tasted many different versions.
As for the name, one popular story says a farmer jokingly called his prized tea “duckshit” to keep others from discovering what made it special. It's a bit of tea folklore that has stuck around.
A Note from Leo
Updated October 2026
Over the past two years, I've brought in and tasted a lot of different Duckshit Oolongs. This year, I decided to narrow our selection down to just two, and this one was an easy choice. It's been our most popular Duckshit Oolong, and I think this new batch is better than what we've had over the past couple of years.
What I enjoy most is the medium roast. I can really appreciate the fragrance without losing that nice, sweet flavor. It's a great tea for someone trying Duckshit Oolong for the first time, but also for anyone who's already explored lots of different versions. To me, it's simply a chill, easygoing tea to sit back and enjoy.
— Leo, Tea & Whisk
Gongfu Brewing Instructions
Use 4 g of tea in a 100 ml gaiwan. Give the leaves a quick rinse. Steep for about 45 seconds for each of the first two infusions, then about 60 seconds for the third. Adjust later infusions to taste.
Tea Details
Alternate names: Ya Shi Xiang; Silver Flower; Yin Hua Xiang
Chinese characters: 鸭屎香; 银花香
Origin: Chaozhou City, Guangdong Province, China
Elevation: 1,200 m
Roast: Medium
Tasting notes: Vanilla, toasted peanuts, almonds, orchid
Tea drunk level: High (subjective)
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