Rou Gui (Cassia) Wuyi Rock Oolong — Bulk Wholesale from Fujian
Rou Gui (肉桂, “Cassia”) is the most celebrated Wuyi rock oolong cultivar after Da Hong Pao, famous for its cinnamon-spice kick layered over ripe fruit and a mineral “rock rhyme” (yan yun). Twisted dark strips, amber liquor, long sweet finish with a gentle warming pungency on the throat. We supply light, medium and full roast grades from both Zhengyan and Waiyan zones.
Product Specification
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| English name | Rou Gui Oolong Tea (Wuyi Cassia / Cinnamon Aroma Rock Tea) |
| Chinese name | 肉桂 (武夷岩茶) |
| Category | Wuyi rock oolong, GB/T 18745 |
| Origin | Wuyi Mountains, Nanping, Fujian (Huiyuan坑, Niulankeng core zones) |
| Harvest | Early May, mid-spring plucking |
| Main markets | China specialty retail, Europe, Southeast Asia |
| Minimum order | 300 kg per grade |
Grades & Styles — How to Choose
| Grade / Style | Roast level | How to identify |
|---|---|---|
| Light roast | Low baking, 2–3 passes | Sharp cinnamon & floral top notes, bright amber liquor |
| Medium roast | 4–5 passes, rested | Spice + ripe fruit balance, caramel depth, smoothest entry |
| Full roast | High fire, 6+ passes | Deep charcoal, molasses, warming throat spice |
Liquor: bright orange-amber | Aroma: cinnamon-spice, ripe peach, roasted caramel | Taste: mineral, full, warming spice in the throat, long sweet finish
Buyer checklist: Rou Gui quality is driven by terroir (Zhengyan vs Waiyan) and roast craft. Confirm zone and roast passes; ask for the “rested” roast date — tea shipped too fresh tastes charcoal-dry.
Technical Parameters (per lot COA supplied)
| Parameter | Specification | Method / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Moisture | ≤ 7.0% | GB 5009.3 |
| Total ash | ≤ 7.0% | GB 5009.4 |
| Tea dust / powder | ≤ 2.0% | Sieve test |
| Water extract | ≥ 32–38% | GB/T 8305 |
| Tea polyphenols | ≥ 12–18% | GB/T 8313 |
| Pesticide residue | EU MRL (EC 396/2005) / Japan positive list | SGS / Intertek per lot |
Packing & Supply Terms
- Vacuum-packed 250 g / 500 g blocks, 10–20 kg per export carton
- Bulk 25–30 kg PP woven bags with PE liner available for blending houses
- Container loading: 20GP ≈ 10–12 MT, 40GP ≈ 18–20 MT
- Lead time: stock items 7 days; custom roast/OEM 15–30 days
- Payment: T/T (30/70) or L/C at sight; FOB Xiamen / Fuzhou
Certifications & Export Documents
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Origin (CO / Form A / RCEP as applicable), Phytosanitary Certificate, per-lot COA (moisture, ash, pesticide residue EU MRL Reg. EC 396/2005), Health Certificate. Halal certificate available for Islamic markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Rou Gui tea spicy?
The Rou Gui cultivar naturally carries cinnamyl-type aromatic compounds, giving a cinnamon-like pungency. Roast level modulates how sharp or sweet this spice reads in the cup.
Rou Gui vs Da Hong Pao — which should I stock?
Both are Wuyi rock oolongs. Da Hong Pao is a blended, more balanced profile; Rou Gui is a single cultivar with a bold signature spice — popular with experienced gongfu drinkers. Many shops stock both.
Can you supply Zhengyan Rou Gui?
Yes, in limited seasonal volume with origin declaration. Core-pit material (Niulankeng, Huiyuan) should be pre-booked.
How should I brew and describe it to customers?
Gongfu style: 5–7 g per 100 ml gaiwan, 95–100 ℃ water, 10–15 s first infusion. Describe it as “cinnamon-spice Wuyi rock oolong with a mineral finish.”
What is the MOQ and packing?
300 kg per grade; 250 g/500 g vacuum blocks in export cartons or bulk bags with liner.
Request a Quote
Contact Smileaf Tea (Xiamen, China) for FOB prices, free samples (50–200 g, courier collect) and OEM/private-label solutions. Related products: Da Hong Pao, Lao Cong Shui Xian, Specialty Tea Guide