The vibrant orange liquor has a malty nutty flavor with a honey sweetness that is smooth and mellow. The aroma reminds me of warmed sugar and caramel. This tea is a delicious daily brew for any time.
| Golden Needles is grown at an altitude of around 1600 m in an organic garden located in South Yunnan. It is certified by EU and NOP standards. Dian Hong is basically a term for high-quality black teas produced in Yunnan. Dian is a shortened term for Yunnan and Hong meaning red. What we in the west consider black tea, is called hong cha or red tea in China. Organic Yunnan Golden Needles is a variety of dian hong that is made from the golden tips of the plant and is covered in golden hair. The result is a tea that has a vibrant color and mellow sweet flavor with almost no astringency. |
Steeping Instructions
Tea is highly personal and these instructions are only a starting point. Play with the parameters to find the perfect flavor for you.❦
| Tea | 3 grams per 6-ounce (175 mL) cup |
| Water | 200°F (93°C) |
| Time | 4 minutes |