Origin
China
Asia
Caffeine Level (mg/1g)
Description
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Description
Yuhua Cloud Silk – Rare Tippy Yunnan Yellow TeaDelicate, ethereal and profoundly rare, Yuhua Cloud Silk shows the elegance yellow tea can offer when nurtured by high-mountain terroir and crafted with precision. It's grown in the mist-veiled highlands of Yunnan Province, cradled by forested peaks and nourished by mineral-rich mountain springs, and produced in extremely limited quantities — one of the most elusive treasures in the world of fine tea. Yellow tea is a lesser-known gem outside of China, often regarded as a subtler cousin of green tea, yet with a rounder body, deeper sweetness and a signature slow-fire processing that softens grassy edges and enhances aromatic complexity. Yuhua Cloud Silk is a "tippy" yellow tea made almost entirely of young, downy buds, hand-harvested in early spring at their most tender stage. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItSilky and gentle, Yuhua Cloud Silk is a perfect companion for meditation, creative work or quiet contemplation. This is tea as silk — smooth, rare and flowing with grace.
How to EnjoyBrew it in a clear glass or gaiwan to watch the downy buds dance, and enjoy several gentle infusions. Savor it on its own during quiet moments, or share it with fellow tea lovers who appreciate rare finds. Graceful, sweet and beautifully rare, Yuhua Cloud Silk is a jewel of Chinese yellow tea. |
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Our tea bags are made from PLA (polylactic acid), a bioplastic made from plant starch — most often corn, sometimes cassava, beets or sugarcane. Because it’s made from starch, it’s considered much safer for use with food and drink.
- BPA- and phthalate-free — no endocrine disruptors in your cup
- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
- Compostable and recyclable
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.
- 0285°C200mlJust add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 033 - 3.5 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.
- 0285°C200mlBrew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 033 - 3.5 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 tipLet just-boiled water cool for a minute or two — water that’s too hot can turn delicate leaves bitter. Good leaves give a lovely second cup, too.
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 85°C and steep for 3-3.5 min.
Ingredients:
Yellow tea
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