Wuyi rock tea made from the Shuixian cultivar. Older-bush versions are sold under the Lao Cong name; the label alone does not establish the age of the plants.
Floral and woody impressions are often used to describe Shuixian. Congwei, the character associated with old-bush tea, is a tasting description rather than a way to determine the age of a plant.
The name Shuixian is not exclusive to Wuyi. A 2004 technical profile published by Hunan’s forestry authority lists Fujian Shuixian in Shuiji, Wuyi and Jian’ou, as well as southern-Fujian districts including Yongchun and Anxi. A cultivar name alone therefore does not establish Wuyi origin.
Shuixian is the Fujian plant material used here; Zhangping Shuixian shows a different finished style made with that cultivar. Fenghuang Shuixian is a separate population name and should not be merged merely because both contain 水仙.
A 2024 aroma study found a complex sensory profile in its Shuixian samples when compared with Rougui. Another field study examined regional and pruning differences in Shuixian fresh leaf; regional effects were stronger than pruning effects in that design. Neither study makes a tasting note a reliable test of garden or tree age.
Lao Cong Shuixian concerns claimed mature plant material, not simply tea kept in storage. The sources cited here do not establish one binding age threshold. A stated age, garden and supporting evidence are more informative than assigning an age to every woody-tasting Shuixian.
Includes narrower teas, recipes and productions filed under this one.
Price ranks compare recorded retail offers for the same tea, including offers outside the current delivery filter. Shipping and import charges are excluded.
| Product | Vendor | Price | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|---|
China Fujian Zhengyan Lao Cong Shui Xian Oolong Tea
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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What-ChaSelected destinations |
£15.05 / 100 g | $20.09 £15.05 / 100 g ≈ $1.61 a session |
| Wuyi Laocong Shuixian Oolong | TeewaldSelected destinations |
€8.50 / 40 g | $23.83 €21.25 / 100 g ≈ $1.91 a session |
China Fujian Fragrant Shui Xian Oolong Tea
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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What-ChaSelected destinations |
£18.60 / 100 g | $24.82 £18.60 / 100 g ≈ $1.99 a session |
Lao Cong Shui Xian (2025)
Details and price notesCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
Shop base currency GBP. Zero-rated UK VAT on loose tea; excludes shipping. |
Curious TeaWorldwide |
£11.50 / 50 g | $30.70 £23.00 / 100 g ≈ $2.46 a session |
Wuyi Oolong Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Yoshi enSelected destinations |
€13.90 / 50 g | $31.18 €27.80 / 100 g ≈ $2.49 a session |
| Organic Wuyi oloong Parfum de Miel | Les Thés Terre de CielSelected destinations |
€7.00 / 25 g | $31.40 €28.00 / 100 g ≈ $2.51 a session |
Wu Yi Old Bush Shui Xian Oolong
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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ChawangshopWorldwide |
$8.00 / 25 g | $32.00 ≈ $2.56 a session |
Lan Shang Shui Xian
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Old Ways Tea CompanySelected destinations |
$8.28 / 24 g | $34.50 ≈ $2.76 a session |
China Fujian Zhengyan Shui Xian Oolong Tea
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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What-ChaSelected destinations |
£28.50 / 100 g | $38.04 £28.50 / 100 g ≈ $3.04 a session |
Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Old Ways Tea CompanySelected destinations |
$9.38 / 24 g | $39.08 ≈ $3.13 a session |
Wuyi Rock Oolong - Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Beautiful Taiwan Tea CompanyWorldwide |
$32.99 / 75 g | $43.99 ≈ $3.52 a session |
| Felsentee Wu Yi Shui Xian | Tee Kontor KielWorldwide |
€19.90 / 50 g | $44.64 €39.80 / 100 g ≈ $3.57 a session |
First Prize Shui Xian
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Wuyi OriginWorldwide |
$26.40 / 50 g | $52.80 ≈ $4.22 a session |
Fo Guo Yan Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Old Ways Tea CompanySelected destinations |
$14.63 / 24 g | $60.96 ≈ $4.88 a session |
Wuyi Rock Oolong - Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Beautiful Taiwan Tea CompanyWorldwide |
$45.99 / 75 g | $61.32 ≈ $4.91 a session |
2025 Wuyi Laocong Shuixian (Old Bush Narcissus) Rock Oolong (50 g)
Details and price notesCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
Shop base currency USD. The seller's pages do not state whether this price includes tax. Excludes shipping. |
Seven CupsWorldwide |
$32.20 / 50 g | $64.40 ≈ $5.15 a session |
Laocong Shuixian Old Bush Narcissus (2025)
Details and price notesCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
Shop base currency USD; promotional price; regular price $20.50 shown. The seller's pages do not state whether this price includes tax. Excludes shipping. |
Seven CupsWorldwide |
$16.40 / 25 g | $65.60 ≈ $5.25 a session |
2025 Lian Hua Feng Lao Cong Shui Xian Yancha (30 g)
Details and price notesCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
30 g pouch (variation 4133, gross price including 7% Polish tea VAT); 50 g (132.61 PLN) and 100 g (257.50 PLN) packs also available. |
TheTeaWorldwide |
PLN 81.11 / 30 g | $69.28 PLN 270.37 / 100 g ≈ $5.54 a session |
Lan Xiang Shui Xian Medium-Heavy Roasted Yancha
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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King Tea MallWorldwide |
$5.99 / 8.3 g | $72.17 ≈ $5.77 a session |
| 2024 Banyan Organic Gao Cong Shui Xian Yancha | TheTeaWorldwide |
€33.15 / 50 g | $74.36 €66.30 / 100 g ≈ $5.95 a session |
| 2025 Lian Hua Feng Lao Cong Shui Xian Yancha | TheTeaWorldwide |
€33.15 / 50 g | $74.36 €66.30 / 100 g ≈ $5.95 a session |
| Shui Xian | TeekennerSelected destinations |
€35.80 / 50 g | $80.30 €71.60 / 100 g ≈ $6.42 a session |
| Shui Xian Zhengyan Yancha | TeewaldSelected destinations |
€5.90 / 8 g | $82.71 €73.75 / 100 g ≈ $6.62 a session |
Lao Cong Shui Xian
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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Old Ways Tea CompanySelected destinations |
$21.53 / 24 g | $89.71 ≈ $7.18 a session |
Wuyi Lao Cong Shui Xian Oolong Tea
DetailsCompare the details Recorded seller claims; a blank means unrecorded here, not necessarily absent from the seller’s page. Matching production does not establish identical storage or condition.
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ChawangshopWorldwide |
$24.00 / 25 g | $96.00 ≈ $7.68 a session |
Prices recorded on the dates checked. Conversions use ECB rates dated 2026-10-20; original prices appear alongside. Origin, age and cultivar are stated by the vendor.
| Product | Vendor | Channel | per 100 g |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Fujian Zhengyan Lao Cong Shui Xian Oolong Tea | What-Cha | International retail | $20.09 |
| Wuyi Laocong Shuixian Oolong | Teewald | International retail | $23.83 |
| China Fujian Fragrant Shui Xian Oolong Tea | What-Cha | International retail | $24.82 |
| Lao Cong Shui Xian (2025) | Curious Tea | International retail | $30.70 |
| Wuyi Oolong Shui Xian | Yoshi en | International retail | $31.18 |
| Organic Wuyi oloong Parfum de Miel | Les Thés Terre de Ciel | International retail | $31.40 |
| Wu Yi Old Bush Shui Xian Oolong | Chawangshop | International retail | $32.00 |
| Lan Shang Shui Xian | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $34.50 |
| China Fujian Zhengyan Shui Xian Oolong Tea | What-Cha | International retail | $38.04 |
| Shui Xian | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $39.08 |
| Wuyi Rock Oolong - Shui Xian | Beautiful Taiwan Tea Company | International retail | $43.99 |
| Felsentee Wu Yi Shui Xian | Tee Kontor Kiel | International retail | $44.64 |
| First Prize Shui Xian | Wuyi Origin | International retail | $52.80 |
| Fo Guo Yan Shui Xian | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $60.96 |
| Wuyi Rock Oolong - Shui Xian | Beautiful Taiwan Tea Company | International retail | $61.32 |
| 2025 Wuyi Laocong Shuixian (Old Bush Narcissus) Rock Oolong (50 g) | Seven Cups | International retail | $64.40 |
| Laocong Shuixian Old Bush Narcissus (2025) | Seven Cups | International retail | $65.60 |
| 2025 Lian Hua Feng Lao Cong Shui Xian Yancha (30 g) | TheTea | International retail | $69.28 |
| Lan Xiang Shui Xian Medium-Heavy Roasted Yancha | King Tea Mall | International retail | $72.17 |
| 2025 Lian Hua Feng Lao Cong Shui Xian Yancha | TheTea | International retail | $74.36 |
| 2024 Banyan Organic Gao Cong Shui Xian Yancha | TheTea | International retail | $74.36 |
| Shui Xian | Teekenner | International retail | $80.30 |
| Shui Xian Zhengyan Yancha | Teewald | International retail | $82.71 |
| Lao Cong Shui Xian | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $89.71 |
| Wuyi Lao Cong Shui Xian Oolong Tea | Chawangshop | International retail | $96.00 |
| Shui Xian 1990 | Länggass-Tee | International retail | $109.27 |
| Shui Xian | Länggass-Tee | International retail | $145.70 |
| Wu San Di Lao Cong | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $150.67 |
| Master Xu's Ancient Tree Shui Xian | Postcard Teas | International retail | $173.17 |
| Tree Fairy from Wusandi | Meetea | International retail | $173.54 |
| Jin Jing Jian Zuhuo Lao Cong | Old Ways Tea Company | International retail | $230.00 |
| Lao Cong Shui Xian | Länggass-Tee | International retail | $230.69 |
| 100 years Lao Cong Shui Xian | The Essence of Tea | International retail | $275.00 |
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