Yunnan Golden Needle is a superior grade of Yunnan Gold, comprised solely of gold tips covered in much finer golden hairs. The tea has a similar taste but Yunnan Golden Needle is slightly more gentle and sweet due to the loss of the richer brown buds. Tucked away between Burma and Vietnam, Yunnan province is a difficult place to farm, its topography ranging from Himalayan canyons to limestone spires, but over the centuries locals have wrapped countless paddy fields and plantations around the contours, and it is here that the gourmet Dianhong teas are grown. The gold-tipped leaves yield a golden honey aroma with added malty and mildly nutty depths, perfect for a special occasion but also humble enough for an indulgent daily routine.
Winner Of A 1 Star 2020 Great Taste Award.
Tea Facts:
Ingredients: Black Tea
Taste: Smooth, honey, malty
Type: Black Tea
Brewing Time:
3 minutes
Teaspoons:
1-2 per cup
Water-Temp:
95-100°C
What a delicious tea, I hope you are to keep it in stock I will be back for more.
My favourite tea of all time.
Great tasting tea. Excellent service too.
Really great tea. Excellent taste.