Thé de printemps fil d'or
Encounter a heart-warming tea container, taking a sip or two of light and elegant tea in the middle of a busy schedule; between touch and vision, clearly comprehend heaven, earth and people of nature and ingenuity.
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Description
- Chinois : yún nán diān hóng jīn sī
- Traduction : Yunnan Dianhong Golden Wire
- Genre : Thé noir
- Cultivar : Espèces à grandes feuilles
- Origine : Lincang, Yunnan
- Date de récolte : 2022/05/26
- Méthodes de stockage : scellé, empêche l'humidité, sous vide, seul.
- Durée de conservation : 18 mois
- La soupe est comme l'ambre, onctueuse et délicate.
- Riche en texture, dense et onctueux en bouche, riche en arôme de miel et longue finale.
- L'ensemble du bourgeon est affiné, le bas de la feuille est frais et tendre, modérément fermenté, et le bas de la feuille est brun-rouge et huileux.
Thé de printemps fil d'or
$5.85
Échantillon 10g
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from Yunnan Gold or Golden Monkey?
Great question. The short answer is leaf grade.
Yunnan Gold (Dian Hong) typically includes a mix of buds and one or two leaves. It's excellent, but has a slightly fuller, sometimes more tannic structure.
Golden Monkey is also high-grade, but often includes a bud and a leaf, and the processing can vary by region.
This Yunnan Golden Silk is strictly pure buds. No leaves. No stems. Just the early spring tips. This gives it a smoother, sweeter, more concentrated flavor profile. It's the difference between a fine wine and a grand cru.
Will this tea be bitter if I steep it too long?
This is one of the most forgiving black teas you'll find. Because it's pure bud and processed gently, it resists bitterness. Even if you push the steep time to 4 or 5 minutes, you'll get a deeper, richer cup—but still smooth. That said, for the best experience, we recommend 85-90°C water for 2-3 minutes.
What does "Jin Si" or "Golden Silk" actually mean?
It refers to the physical appearance of the dry tea. "Jin" means gold, and "Si" means silk or thread. The name describes the thin, curly, needle-like shape of the buds, which are covered in fine, golden, silky hairs. When brewed, these buds create a rich golden liquor.
Is this tea actually sweet, or will I need to add sugar or honey?
It is genuinely sweet on its own. This is a natural characteristic of the single-bud harvest and the specific processing method. You'll notice a honey-like sweetness and a smooth, malted finish without any additives. Most enthusiasts in Europe and the US prefer it plain to experience the full depth of flavor.
Where exactly is Fengqing, and why does it matter?
Fengqing is a county in Lincang Prefecture, Yunnan Province. It's widely regarded as the birthplace of Dian Hong (Yunnan Red) tea. The combination of high altitude, ancient trees, and misty microclimate creates conditions that simply can't be replicated elsewhere. For tea lovers, Fengqing is terroir.