Golden Heaven Yunnan
A full-bodied tea with a brisk, astringent character complemented by a captivating aroma. Delight in its full malty profile, adorned with a lovely hint of jammy sweetness, creating an exceptional tea that pairs wonderfully with milk. A true tea connoisseur's choice, reminiscent of the finest 2nd flush Assam.
INGREDIENTS: Black tea
ORIGIN: China
REGION: Yunnan
AROMA: Complex oaky notes accentuated with indulgent cacao
INFUSION: Vibrant brass with ochre undertones
BREWING INSTRUCTIONS:
1-2 tsp. per 8 oz. water
100°C/212°F for 3-5 mins.
A full-bodied tea with a brisk, astringent character complemented by a captivating aroma. Delight in its full malty profile, adorned with a lovely hint of jammy sweetness, creating an exceptional tea that pairs wonderfully with milk. A true tea connoisseur's choice, reminiscent of the finest 2nd flush Assam.
INGREDIENTS: Black tea
ORIGIN: China
REGION: Yunnan
AROMA: Complex oaky notes accentuated with indulgent cacao
INFUSION: Vibrant brass with ochre undertones
BREWING INSTRUCTIONS:
1-2 tsp. per 8 oz. water
100°C/212°F for 3-5 mins.
A full-bodied tea with a brisk, astringent character complemented by a captivating aroma. Delight in its full malty profile, adorned with a lovely hint of jammy sweetness, creating an exceptional tea that pairs wonderfully with milk. A true tea connoisseur's choice, reminiscent of the finest 2nd flush Assam.
INGREDIENTS: Black tea
ORIGIN: China
REGION: Yunnan
AROMA: Complex oaky notes accentuated with indulgent cacao
INFUSION: Vibrant brass with ochre undertones
BREWING INSTRUCTIONS:
1-2 tsp. per 8 oz. water
100°C/212°F for 3-5 mins.
Golden Heaven Yunnan emerges as a pinnacle among the world's most stylish teas, captivating with its visually appealing attributes — tippy, neat, wiry, and meticulously crafted leaves. A distinctive specialty tea, it boasts a fine shape with a black luster and distinctive golden yellow buds, showcasing a varnished color that foretells the exquisite malty taste and fragrant aroma within. Renowned for its top-tier quality, Golden Heaven earned the prestigious title of a 'special species of tea' when it was first introduced to the discerning palates of London.
Steeped to perfection, the essential elements of the leaf weave a sensory tapestry, unfurling into a bright reddish liquor. The cup exudes a brisk and lingering fragrant aroma, accompanied by toasty, lovely notes that dance on the palate. This distinctive Yunnan tea is a testament to the region's ideal conditions for tea cultivation — a harmonious blend of an annual average temperature of 15 degrees Celsius, precipitation of 45 inches, a relative humidity of 75% during the tea growing period, and an average soil pH value of 4.5 - 6.5 at elevations ranging from 4000 to 6500 feet above sea level.
Among the top-quality offerings from Yunnan Province, Golden Heaven is a limited-time treasure, crafted during the last two weeks of March and the first two weeks of April. This meticulous timing aligns with the new season growth flush, yielding a high percentage of golden tips. Indulging in the cup of Golden Heaven Yunnan is not just a tea experience; it's an invitation to savor one of the world's great teas.
Full-bodied and slightly astringent, Golden Heaven Yunnan invites you into a world of flavor with its malty richness and a delightful hint of 'jammy' tea flavor that reaches perfection when complemented with milk. The cup, adorned with a golden coppery hue, stands as a testament to the tremendous quality within, reminiscent of the finest 2nd flush Assams. This tea is a symphony of craftsmanship and flavor, an embodiment of the elegance found in every carefully plucked leaf.
