TAN BEI HUO SHAN HUANG YA
HUOSHAN WILD TREE YELLOW TIPS
YELLOW TEA
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Dabieshan, Huo Shan, Anhui, China
Classic Chinese yellow tea with hundreds of years of history. Due to a high mountain, special environment, unique local cultivar, early spring harvesting, and traditional processing, this tea is one of a kind. MORE
AROMA
Floral, fruity
TASTE
Vegetal, Nutty, Fruity
ALTITUDE: 800 m
VARIETAL: Huo Shan Jin Ji Zhong
HARVEST: Spring, 2023
YELLOW TEA
★ PESTICIDE-FREE GARDENING
Dabieshan, Huo Shan, Anhui, China
Classic Chinese yellow tea with hundreds of years of history. Due to a high mountain, special environment, unique local cultivar, early spring harvesting, and traditional processing, this tea is one of a kind. MORE
AROMA
Floral, fruity
TASTE
Vegetal, Nutty, Fruity
ALTITUDE: 800 m
VARIETAL: Huo Shan Jin Ji Zhong
HARVEST: Spring, 2023
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: 70-85 °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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CARCOAL BAKED HUOSHAN WILD TREE YELLOW TIPS
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 Ya, meaning “Yellow Bud,” is a refined type of Chinese yellow tea made from the earliest spring buds and young shoots. It is most famously produced in Huoshan County of Anhui Province and in the mountains of Sichuan, where altitude, mist, and fertile soil create perfect growing conditions for delicate tea leaves. The history of Huang Ya dates back over a thousand years, and during the Ming and Qing dynasties it was recognized as a tribute tea, valued for its purity, elegance, and gentle warming nature.
What makes Huang Ya distinct from green tea is the traditional “men huang” or “sealing yellow” process, a slow post-oxidation step performed after the leaves are pan-fired. The slightly warm and humid environment allows mild enzymatic transformation, softening grassy notes and developing a smooth, mellow sweetness. The finished tea has a bright yellow-green color with golden tips, a soft floral and nutty aroma, and a clear golden liquor. In taste, Huang Ya is gentle and balanced — lightly sweet, with notes of chestnut, bean flower, and honey, and a clean, refreshing finish. It embodies both the freshness of green tea and the calm depth of light oxidation. Carefully handmade in small quantities, Huang Ya remains a rare and noble expression of Chinese tea artistry, representing harmony, patience, and the subtle beauty of transformation.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaves of Huang Ya are slender, slightly curved, and covered with delicate golden down. They exude a gentle aroma of spring flowers, fresh beans, and roasted chestnut. When warmed, the fragrance becomes more layered, revealing hints of honey, orchid, and soft nuttiness that reflect the careful “sealing yellow” process.
The infusion is clear golden-yellow, bright and elegant, with a light floral aroma and subtle sweetness. On the palate, the tea is smooth and mellow, offering flavors of chestnut, bean flower, and light honey balanced by a clean vegetal freshness. The aftertaste is long and refined, leaving a warm, sweet sensation and a calm, comforting energy characteristic of fine 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 Ya, meaning “Yellow Bud,” is a refined type of Chinese yellow tea made from the earliest spring buds and young shoots. It is most famously produced in Huoshan County of Anhui Province and in the mountains of Sichuan, where altitude, mist, and fertile soil create perfect growing conditions for delicate tea leaves. The history of Huang Ya dates back over a thousand years, and during the Ming and Qing dynasties it was recognized as a tribute tea, valued for its purity, elegance, and gentle warming nature.
What makes Huang Ya distinct from green tea is the traditional “men huang” or “sealing yellow” process, a slow post-oxidation step performed after the leaves are pan-fired. The slightly warm and humid environment allows mild enzymatic transformation, softening grassy notes and developing a smooth, mellow sweetness. The finished tea has a bright yellow-green color with golden tips, a soft floral and nutty aroma, and a clear golden liquor. In taste, Huang Ya is gentle and balanced — lightly sweet, with notes of chestnut, bean flower, and honey, and a clean, refreshing finish. It embodies both the freshness of green tea and the calm depth of light oxidation. Carefully handmade in small quantities, Huang Ya remains a rare and noble expression of Chinese tea artistry, representing harmony, patience, and the subtle beauty of transformation.
ORGANOLEPTICS
The dry leaves of Huang Ya are slender, slightly curved, and covered with delicate golden down. They exude a gentle aroma of spring flowers, fresh beans, and roasted chestnut. When warmed, the fragrance becomes more layered, revealing hints of honey, orchid, and soft nuttiness that reflect the careful “sealing yellow” process.
The infusion is clear golden-yellow, bright and elegant, with a light floral aroma and subtle sweetness. On the palate, the tea is smooth and mellow, offering flavors of chestnut, bean flower, and light honey balanced by a clean vegetal freshness. The aftertaste is long and refined, leaving a warm, sweet sensation and a calm, comforting energy characteristic of fine Huoshan yellow tea.
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