Finest Golden China Yunnan FOP

This black tea comes from the mountainous province of Yunnan in southwest China, the birthplace of the tea plant. The leaves are picked as Flowery Orange Pekoe: young, whole leaves with a generous share of golden tips. Those tips give the tea its smooth, rounded character. In the cup, the amber infusion reveals notes of honey, malt and cocoa, with a gently peppery finish. It stays mellow and low in astringency, even when steeped a little longer.

Brewing advice: 2.5 to 3 g per 250 ml, water at 90 to 95 °C, steep for 3 to 4 minutes. The leaves can be infused once or twice more.

Its honeyed cocoa notes make it a natural partner for milk chocolate, caramel and orangettes. A golden cup for anyone who loves tea and sweets together.