I opened a box of Dan Cong expecting to find the tea shrink wrapped with nitrogen like most other Chinese teas. If nothing else you can expect freshness. It came in a zip lock bag. Its been awhile since Ive had DC. If it had an aroma it is gone. What is left is a mild astringency which makes you think you have a fever. Its like when you drink alka seltzer. Very much enjoyable in its own way. I do remember DC leaf which is impressive as any wild leaf from Yunnan. The smallest leaf is over an inch long often approaching two with big veins. It reminds me of webbing in duck feet. It was perfect with the first snow fall of the season.
Jim