Yellow tea is one of the world’s rarest varieties of tea and is produced in very limited quantities. Unlike green tea, yellow tea undergoes a traditional process in which the leaves are left to rest after being heated, resulting in a smoother and more rounded flavour profile. In our range, you’ll find Junshan Yinzhen, China’s most famous yellow tea. The tea is made from hand-picked buds and is prized for its elegance, gentle sweetness and long-lasting aftertaste.
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Yellow tea is one of China’s most exclusive and least widely produced categories of tea. The production process is similar to that of green tea but includes an extra step in which the heated leaves are left to rest under controlled conditions. This process, known as ”men huang”, helps to reduce grassy notes and create a smoother, rounder and more nuanced flavour.
Junshan Yinzhen – China’s most classic yellow tea
Junshan Yinzhen It is considered one of China’s most famous yellow teas. It is traditionally produced in Hunan Province and consists of carefully selected buds that are hand-processed using methods developed over several hundred years. The result is a tea with an elegant aroma, natural sweetness and a smooth mouthfeel.
The unique flavour of Junshan Yinzhen<
Yellow tea shares certain characteristics with green tea but is often perceived as milder and less vegetal. Its flavour is often characterised by a subtle sweetness, mild floral notes and a clean aftertaste. Many people appreciate yellow tea for its balance between freshness and smoothness.
Brewing yellow tea
Yellow tea is usually brewed with water at around 75–85°C. Too high a temperature can mask the finer nuances. As a general guide, use 2–3 grams of tea per cup and allow it to steep for 2–3 minutes. High-quality yellow tea can often be brewed several times, with the flavour developing gradually between infusions.
One of the world’s rarest varieties of tea
The production of yellow tea is small compared with that of green tea, black tea and oolong. The labour-intensive production process and limited availability mean that this category remains relatively unknown outside China. For those wishing to explore one of the tea world’s most unusual traditions, yellow tea offers a unique taste experience.
