Chinese Name: Jin Se Dian Hong

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Leaf:	Short, curled golden shoots
Infusion:	Deep orange, thick liquor
Aroma:	Rich, thick and bold
Taste:	Full-bodied, deep malt and heavenly smooth

Harvest Season:	Spring 2007
Origin:	Feng Qing, Yunnan Province
Processing Method:	Baked
Leaf Form:	Single bud
Organic Cert:	NOP, EU 2092/91

Description of Tea

Dian Hong Black Tea, otherwise known as Yunnan Gold, is the highest grade black tea found in Yunnan Province. Grown in southwestern Yunnan Province, in the well renowned Feng Qing region, this variety of tea is comprised entirely of young, slender golden buds, making for a entirely unique flavor distinct from other Gong Fu black teas such as Qimen. This tea yields a deep orange brew with a rich bodied malty flavor, and a sweet, smooth aftertaste. Yunnan Gold is no doubt a jewel yet to be discovered by many Western tea drinkers. A great tea!

 

Preferred Method:	Gaiwan 200ml
Acceptable Method:	Yixing Teapot 200ml
If You Must:	Teapot
Quantity of Tea:	5-7 grams
Water Temp:	212° F, 100° C
Infusion Time:	30 seconds first and second brew; increase by one minute each consecutive brew

How to Brew?

The preferred method of brewing is an Yixing teapot or a gaiwan.  After boiling the water to 212°F (100° C) rinse the gaiwan or teapot once.  By rinsing we ensure the teaware is free of any unwanted matter as well as create optimal heat conditions for brewing.  We suggest 5-7 grams of tea per 200 ml of water.   However, these parameters have more to do with personal tastes than any sort of scientific groundings.  The lengths of the infusions are also dependent upon personal preference for either a weaker or stronger infusion.  As such we suggest starting with shorter infusion times of up to one minute for the first and second brew while gradually increasing infusion times by one minute for each consecutive brew.