Origin
China
Asia
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Description
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Description
Honeyed Golden Needle Wild Black – Rare Wild Purple-Varietal Yunnan Black TeaOur Honeyed Golden Needle Wild Black is a truly rare and exquisite wild black tea from the high mountains of Yunnan, grown at altitudes over 1, 800 meters. It's crafted from the small-leaf purple tea varietal, known for containing over 300% more anthocyanins than traditional cultivars, and harvested from wild trees aged 100 to 200 years. This ancient tea yields a strikingly unique needle shape that's uncommon even among Yunnan's most premium teas. The dry leaves exude an immediate orange-blossom sweetness, unfolding into deeper notes of fermented dried plum and finishing with the cool, refreshing breath of wild mint. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItThe wild character of this tea is unmistakable. Its aftertaste is long, clean and deeply satisfying, with a persistent orchid fragrance that remains even after multiple infusions. For connoisseurs seeking an authentic expression of wild, ancient-tree black tea, this is an experience not to be missed — a perfectly balanced interplay of floral, sweet and cooling forest notes.
How to EnjoyBrew it gongfu-style in a gaiwan and enjoy many short infusions to explore its evolving sweetness. Savor it plain, and pair it with dark chocolate, dried fruit or a quiet moment of reflection. It makes a remarkable gift for tea connoisseurs. Rare, wild and beautifully complex, Honeyed Golden Needle is a black tea that lingers long after the last sip. |
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- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
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Make it your kind of cup
ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 011-1.5 TSP or 1 BAGScoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 0295°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 033 - 4 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 01Double the leavesMake it boldUse twice your usual tea amount for a concentrated infusion.
- 0295°C200mlBrew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 033 - 4 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downFill a heat-safe glass to the top with ice and pour the hot tea straight over it — the melting ice brings it to the right strength.
A little steeping tipUse freshly boiled water and keep an eye on the clock: steeping past the suggested time brings out a drier, more astringent cup.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Details
Preparation:
Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 200ml of water at 95°C and steep for 3-4 min.
Ingredients:
Black tea
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