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SweetMaltyVegetal
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This yellow tea, crafted by Mr. Lin, showcases a traditional "three smother three bake" process, resulting in its distinct dark leaf color and up to 50% fermentation. Upon brewing, it unveils a sweet, vegetal aroma reminiscent of Hubei maojian, transitioning into delightful flavors of cornbread, malted barley, sweet corn, and oatmeal. Its unique character offers a fascinating journey into the depths of a deeply fermented yellow tea.
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About This Tea
What does 2023 Yellow Bud 50% taste like?
This yellow tea, crafted by Mr. Lin, showcases a traditional "three smother three bake" process, resulting in its distinct dark leaf color and up to 50% fermentation. Upon brewing, it unveils a sweet,. It leans sweet, malty and vegetal.
How should I brew 2023 Yellow Bud 50%?
Water around 75–85 °C (167–185 °F). In a mug, steep 2–3 min. For gongfu, use 3–4 g per 100 ml, 20–30 s steeps. You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Think of it like a more mellow green tea. Keep the water cool to preserve the sweetness.
Where does 2023 Yellow Bud 50% come from?
Grown in Anhui, China. This batch is from the Spring 2023 harvest.
How much does 2023 Yellow Bud 50% cost?
Starts at $14.25 from One River Tea, or about $0.49/g. A 25g package gets you around 4 gongfu sessions at ~6 g each, which works out to about $2.94 per session. Explore more yellow teas on Teadar.