Mao Xie Tea
Hairy Crab · Mo Xie
Mao Xie ('hairy crab') is a classic Anxi oolong named for the fine downy hairs on its leaf edges.
Flavor Profile
What does Mao Xie taste like?
Mao Xie ('hairy crab') is a classic Anxi oolong named for the fine downy hairs on its leaf edges. Rolled into tight green balls like Tie Guan Yin, it brews a bright, fragrant cup with orchid florals, a fresh green edge, and a crisp, slightly tart finish. Compared to Tie Guan Yin it is generally more rustic and a touch more astringent, with a lively character that stands up well to shorter steeps.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Fujian (Anxi), China
Mao Xie is one of Anxi's four famous oolong bushes, alongside Tie Guan Yin, Huang Jin Gui, and Yongchun Fo Shou.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Mao Xie
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Mao Xie
Typical brewed serving
Mao Xie is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 30–50 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Mao Xie Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Mao Xie tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Mao Xie tea?
Mao Xie ('hairy crab') is a classic Anxi oolong named for the fine downy hairs on its leaf edges. It is also known as Hairy Crab and Mo Xie.
Does Mao Xie tea have caffeine?
Yes. Mao Xie is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–50 mg per brewed serving.
What does Mao Xie tea taste like?
Mao Xie is known for a profile led by Floral, Fresh, and Sweet, with a medium body.
How do you brew Mao Xie tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 3–6 times.
Is Mao Xie tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Mao Xie; its profile centers on Floral, Fresh, and Sweet.