Anhui Yellow

$31.50
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Yellow tea is a heralded traditional style first produced in China over a thousand years ago; due to laborious processing, however, it lost popularity to more accessible green teas and has become quite rare.

These leaves, harvested in Anhui Province in early May, are fired by expert tea maker Mr. Dai in a series of two woks at different temperatures, then gently hand-rolled. The final step is a slow drying—up to a few days—over low charcoal heat, closely monitored to avoid burning. Unlike a green tea, it oxidizes slightly during this process, producing a distinctive, roasted vegetal flavor. The pale liquor belies complex yet fresh notes of asparagus, green apple and black pepper; a soft, sweet charcoal aftertaste lingers through many infusions.

Country: China
Region: Anhui
Tasting Notes: peach, squash blossom, charcoal
Harvest Season: Spring 2023

2 oz

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Brew temperature 175-185º F
Western style brewing 3-4 grams, 2-3 minute steep
Gaiwan style brewing ⅓ full, 1 minute steep

Customer Reviews

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jo-anne b.
great tea

Delicious. So unusual. Will order

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Miraj P.
Delicious

I very much an enjoying this tea. The description is perfect. Thanks!

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Brooke F.
Unique and delicate

I'd never heard of yellow tea until I took the IPOT summer tea class. I decided to order it after the class and I'm glad I did. Truly a unique tea. Delicate, light in weight but packed with flavor. Absolutely delicious!

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Slick
Lovely tea

Gorgeous yellow color, very smooth and delicious flavor.
Not at all bitter. Highlyy recommend!

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Penelope D.

This tea has a complex flavor. It is both light and rich, with a hint of roast. So lovely.

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James S.

Yellow teas are fantastic, but very hard to obtain, even in China. This tea is extraordinarily mellow and fragrant. I will buy more.

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Courtney G.

A delicious distillation of vegetal green tea. Not too strong, not at all bitter. Love this!

Customer Reviews

Based on 10 reviews
100%
(10)
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j
jo-anne b.
great tea

Delicious. So unusual. Will order

M
Miraj P.
Delicious

I very much an enjoying this tea. The description is perfect. Thanks!

B
Brooke F.
Unique and delicate

I'd never heard of yellow tea until I took the IPOT summer tea class. I decided to order it after the class and I'm glad I did. Truly a unique tea. Delicate, light in weight but packed with flavor. Absolutely delicious!

S
Slick
Lovely tea

Gorgeous yellow color, very smooth and delicious flavor.
Not at all bitter. Highlyy recommend!

P
Penelope D.

This tea has a complex flavor. It is both light and rich, with a hint of roast. So lovely.

J
James S.

Yellow teas are fantastic, but very hard to obtain, even in China. This tea is extraordinarily mellow and fragrant. I will buy more.

C
Courtney G.

A delicious distillation of vegetal green tea. Not too strong, not at all bitter. Love this!