HUANG XIAO CHA
SMALL LEAF YELLOW TEA
YELLOW TEA
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Shi Gu, Jinjishan, Huoshan, Lu'an, Anhui, China
Huoshan Huang Xiao Cha is a refined yellow tea from Anhui, crafted from tender small leaves using traditional slow-roasting methods. It offers a smooth, mellow taste with notes of flowers, nuts, and gentle sweetness that reflect true Chinese craftsmanship. MORE
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ALTITUDE: 1050 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2025
YELLOW TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Shi Gu, Jinjishan, Huoshan, Lu'an, Anhui, China
Huoshan Huang Xiao Cha is a refined yellow tea from Anhui, crafted from tender small leaves using traditional slow-roasting methods. It offers a smooth, mellow taste with notes of flowers, nuts, and gentle sweetness that reflect true Chinese craftsmanship. MORE
AROMA
TASTE
...
ALTITUDE: 1050 m
HARVEST: Spring, 2025
Yellow tea is a special kind of tea that is known only in China and is its national treasure. Due to the special cultivars, the quality of the tea leaves, and the low level of oxidation, this type of tea is rich in vitamins and microelements and has exquisite organoleptic properties.
According to the degree of oxidation, yellow tea is similar to white tea. As a result of wrap-yellowing, the tea leaves lose their herbaceousness and astringency which is inherent in green tea, while also retaining all the beneficial properties. It is believed that yellow tea reduces the risk of heart disease, cleans the circulatory system, strengthens blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, has antiviral and antibacterial properties, and relieves spasms, headaches, and nervous tension.
According to the degree of oxidation, yellow tea is similar to white tea. As a result of wrap-yellowing, the tea leaves lose their herbaceousness and astringency which is inherent in green tea, while also retaining all the beneficial properties. It is believed that yellow tea reduces the risk of heart disease, cleans the circulatory system, strengthens blood vessels, lowers blood pressure, has antiviral and antibacterial properties, and relieves spasms, headaches, and nervous tension.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 75-85 °C
Amount: 3-5 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 5+
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 80 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 3
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place in airtight packaging. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
BEST BEFORE: 2 years since production date!
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ORIGIN
Huoshan is a mountainous county in Anhui Province, eastern China, renowned as one of the historical birthplaces of yellow tea. Nestled within the Dabie Mountains, the region lies at elevations between 400 and 1,000 meters, where misty mornings, fertile mountain soil, and a mild subtropical climate create ideal conditions for delicate tea cultivation. Tea production here dates back more than a thousand years, with written records from the Tang Dynasty already praising the teas of Huoshan. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, Huoshan Huang Ya became an imperial tribute tea, establishing the area’s reputation for quality and refinement. Huoshan’s yellow teas are defined by their unique processing method known as “men huang,” or “sealing yellow,” a slow post-oxidation stage that transforms the bright freshness of green tea into a softer, more mellow flavor. Depending on the picking standard and leaf size, the teas may appear as Huoshan Huang Ya, Huang Xiao Cha, or Huang Da Cha, each expressing a different aspect of the region’s character. The resulting teas are known for their smooth texture, golden liquor, floral and nutty aroma, and a gentle roasted warmth balanced by natural sweetness. Today, Huoshan remains a protected geographical origin and a symbol of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. Many small farmers continue to handcraft their teas using time-honored methods, ensuring that every batch reflects the authenticity, calm energy, and subtle elegance that have defined Huoshan yellow teas for centuries.
ABOUT
Huang Xiao Cha, meaning “Small Leaf Yellow Tea,” is a traditional yellow tea from Huoshan County in Anhui Province, eastern China. Grown in the misty Dabie Mountains, this tea benefits from fertile soil, clean mountain air, and a mild, humid climate that allows the leaves to develop slowly and evenly. It shares its heritage with the more famous Huoshan Huang Ya and Huang Da Cha but is made from small-leaf cultivars and slightly later spring harvests, giving it a distinctive, mellow character.
The defining feature of Huang Xiao Cha is the traditional “men huang” process, or “sealing yellow,” a slow post-oxidation step unique to yellow tea. After the initial fixation, the leaves are gently wrapped and left to rest in their own warmth and moisture, allowing mild enzymatic activity to soften the flavor and transform the fresh green aroma into a warm, sweet fragrance. The result is a tea with a bright yellow infusion, smooth texture, and a rich combination of roasted and floral notes.
Its taste is round and balanced, combining the freshness of green tea with the calm warmth of light roasting. Gentle notes of chestnut, wildflowers, and honey unfold gradually, leaving a clean and sweet aftertaste. Historically valued for its nourishing and restorative qualities, Huang Xiao Cha remains a rare example of authentic Huoshan craftsmanship - a tea that reflects the region’s quiet elegance, mountain purity, and centuries-old tradition of refinement.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaves of Huang Xiao Cha are small, slightly twisted, and yellow-green in color with soft golden hues. Their aroma is gentle and inviting, combining notes of roasted chestnut, wildflowers, and a touch of honey. When warmed, the fragrance deepens, revealing nuances of sweet grains, orchid, and light wood smoke.
The infusion is bright yellow and clear, with a delicate floral and nutty scent. The taste is smooth, mellow, and well-balanced - a harmony of chestnut sweetness, roasted grain warmth, and soft floral freshness. The texture is silky, and the aftertaste lingers with light honey notes and a soothing warmth that reflects the calm, balanced nature of traditional Huoshan yellow tea.
Huoshan is a mountainous county in Anhui Province, eastern China, renowned as one of the historical birthplaces of yellow tea. Nestled within the Dabie Mountains, the region lies at elevations between 400 and 1,000 meters, where misty mornings, fertile mountain soil, and a mild subtropical climate create ideal conditions for delicate tea cultivation. Tea production here dates back more than a thousand years, with written records from the Tang Dynasty already praising the teas of Huoshan. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, Huoshan Huang Ya became an imperial tribute tea, establishing the area’s reputation for quality and refinement. Huoshan’s yellow teas are defined by their unique processing method known as “men huang,” or “sealing yellow,” a slow post-oxidation stage that transforms the bright freshness of green tea into a softer, more mellow flavor. Depending on the picking standard and leaf size, the teas may appear as Huoshan Huang Ya, Huang Xiao Cha, or Huang Da Cha, each expressing a different aspect of the region’s character. The resulting teas are known for their smooth texture, golden liquor, floral and nutty aroma, and a gentle roasted warmth balanced by natural sweetness. Today, Huoshan remains a protected geographical origin and a symbol of traditional Chinese craftsmanship. Many small farmers continue to handcraft their teas using time-honored methods, ensuring that every batch reflects the authenticity, calm energy, and subtle elegance that have defined Huoshan yellow teas for centuries.
ABOUT
Huang Xiao Cha, meaning “Small Leaf Yellow Tea,” is a traditional yellow tea from Huoshan County in Anhui Province, eastern China. Grown in the misty Dabie Mountains, this tea benefits from fertile soil, clean mountain air, and a mild, humid climate that allows the leaves to develop slowly and evenly. It shares its heritage with the more famous Huoshan Huang Ya and Huang Da Cha but is made from small-leaf cultivars and slightly later spring harvests, giving it a distinctive, mellow character.
The defining feature of Huang Xiao Cha is the traditional “men huang” process, or “sealing yellow,” a slow post-oxidation step unique to yellow tea. After the initial fixation, the leaves are gently wrapped and left to rest in their own warmth and moisture, allowing mild enzymatic activity to soften the flavor and transform the fresh green aroma into a warm, sweet fragrance. The result is a tea with a bright yellow infusion, smooth texture, and a rich combination of roasted and floral notes.
Its taste is round and balanced, combining the freshness of green tea with the calm warmth of light roasting. Gentle notes of chestnut, wildflowers, and honey unfold gradually, leaving a clean and sweet aftertaste. Historically valued for its nourishing and restorative qualities, Huang Xiao Cha remains a rare example of authentic Huoshan craftsmanship - a tea that reflects the region’s quiet elegance, mountain purity, and centuries-old tradition of refinement.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaves of Huang Xiao Cha are small, slightly twisted, and yellow-green in color with soft golden hues. Their aroma is gentle and inviting, combining notes of roasted chestnut, wildflowers, and a touch of honey. When warmed, the fragrance deepens, revealing nuances of sweet grains, orchid, and light wood smoke.
The infusion is bright yellow and clear, with a delicate floral and nutty scent. The taste is smooth, mellow, and well-balanced - a harmony of chestnut sweetness, roasted grain warmth, and soft floral freshness. The texture is silky, and the aftertaste lingers with light honey notes and a soothing warmth that reflects the calm, balanced nature of traditional Huoshan yellow tea.
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