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Golden Yunnan
Organic Black Tea
4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
129

Golden Yunnan

"Full body without any rough edges—this can easily be your daily tea." - Peter

Smooth, rich and complex, this black tea classic hails from Yunnan, the region where the tea plant originated. The leaves are oxidized using traditional Dianhong techniques for a deep and satisfying mellow flavor.

56+ Servings
$60.00
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$18.50
2+ Servings
$3.50
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A dynamic Dianhong with a mellow, jammy sweetness and hints of raisin, spice and plum

Greet the day with a bold, velvety black tea from the misty highlands of Yunnan—the ancestral home of Camellia sinensis.

Harvested from Mengku heirloom varietal tea trees cultivated on the terraced slopes of Wa Shan, the leaves and golden buds are masterfully oxidized and matured, giving this top-grade tea its incredible roundness and complexity. The result is a full-bodied, malty infusion with notes of bittersweet chocolate, peppery spice and sweet nectar—a must-try for black tea lovers.

  • Imperial
  • Metric
4 minutes
Traditional Preparation

Do not rinse this tea; infuse the 1st brew for 2 - 3 minutes.

Repeat several times until the flavor and aroma of the tea dissipates. As the brewing session ensues, increase the infusion time to coax out the body and strength of the final infusions. This top-shelf black tea is delightfully smooth and aromatic when brewed straight, or divine with a touch of milk and sugar.

Lincang, Yunnan Province, China

Yunnan Province, China

The lush mountainous region of Yunnan’s Lincang territory bordering Myanmar is famous since ancient times for its tea production. The rich, red soils of this area of the Yunnan Province gives teas a rich and dense flavor.

Organic black tea

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Based on an 8oz cup of tea made with suggested steeping method relevant to the tea type. An average cup of coffee contains about 90 – 120 mg / 8oz cup.

Origin

Lincang

Yunnan Province, China

The lush mountainous region of Yunnan’s Lincang territory bordering Myanmar is famous since ancient times for its tea production. The rich, red soils of this area of the Yunnan Province gives teas a rich and dense flavor.

Origin

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4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 129 reviews
97%would recommend this product
Reviews Summary
Customers say: this black tea is smooth, flavorful, and malty with a pleasant sweetness. Many appreciate its versatility—equally enjoyable hot or iced, and it holds up well to multiple steepings. Common feedback highlights the robust yet non-bitter character, making it suitable for drinking plain or with milk and honey. Users frequently mention it as their go-to morning tea and daily favorite. Some note the leaves are high quality with minimal sediment. A few reviewers experienced inconsistency between batches or found it harsher than other Yunnan varieties.
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  • Rick M. M.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    My Favorite Tea

    I have enjoyed Golden Yunna for years, first thing in the morning. It is robust enough to retain a distinctly nutty, malty taste even after adding raw milk cream and honey. My favorite, go-to tea.

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  • Dan
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    4 minutes ago
    5 Stars

    Agricultural products so it's different every time. But I have ordered directly from growers, and it was as good here as any of those specialty places and you don't have to go through customs and tariffs etc

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  • David
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    5 Stars

    This is a great tea company and I have yet to be disappointed with their variety of teas.

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  • Jane D.
    Verified Buyer
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Golden yunnan is golden!

    This is my all time favorite tea, it is rich but mellow and doesn’t get bitter if you steep too long. I love it with a wee bit of honey.

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  • Maureen G.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Smooth & Flavorful

    I really only drink black tea, and try to find a small variety. The Golden Yunnan is a really good fit. It's smoother and not as smoky as an English Breakfast.

    Would buy again for sure.

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