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Duck Shit Oolong, also known as Ya Shi Xiang, is a type of oolong tea that is grown and harvested in the Phoenix Mountains of China's Guangdong province. Despite its somewhat unusual name, Duck Shit Oolong is a highly prized and sought-after tea that is renowned for its complex flavor profile and fragrant aroma.
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The name "Duck Shit" is said to have originated from a tea farmer who was trying to protect his prized tea bushes from being stolen by other farmers. To discourage them, he claimed that the bushes were fertilized with duck droppings, which made the tea unappealing to would-be thieves. However, the tea was so delicious that word quickly spread and it became a highly sought-after variety.
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Duck Shit Oolong has a delicate and complex flavor profile, with notes of honey, apricot, and floral undertones. The tea is also known for its fragrant aroma, which has hints of orchid and magnolia. The leaves used to make Duck Shit Oolong are hand-picked and processed using traditional techniques, including withering, rolling, and roasting, which gives the tea its distinctive flavor profile.
