Origin
China
Asia
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Description
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Description
Yuhua Cloud Silk – Rare Tippy Yunnan Yellow TeaDelicate, ethereal and profoundly rare, Yuhua Cloud Silk shows the elegance yellow tea can offer when nurtured by high-mountain terroir and crafted with precision. It's grown in the mist-veiled highlands of Yunnan Province, cradled by forested peaks and nourished by mineral-rich mountain springs, and produced in extremely limited quantities — one of the most elusive treasures in the world of fine tea. Yellow tea is a lesser-known gem outside of China, often regarded as a subtler cousin of green tea, yet with a rounder body, deeper sweetness and a signature slow-fire processing that softens grassy edges and enhances aromatic complexity. Yuhua Cloud Silk is a "tippy" yellow tea made almost entirely of young, downy buds, hand-harvested in early spring at their most tender stage. Tasting Notes
Why You'll Love ItSilky and gentle, Yuhua Cloud Silk is a perfect companion for meditation, creative work or quiet contemplation. This is tea as silk — smooth, rare and flowing with grace.
How to EnjoyBrew it in a clear glass or gaiwan to watch the downy buds dance, and enjoy several gentle infusions. Savor it on its own during quiet moments, or share it with fellow tea lovers who appreciate rare finds. Graceful, sweet and beautifully rare, Yuhua Cloud Silk is a jewel of Chinese yellow tea. |
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Our tea bags are made from PLA (polylactic acid), a bioplastic made from plant starch — most often corn, sometimes cassava, beets or sugarcane. Because it’s made from starch, it’s considered much safer for use with food and drink.
- BPA- and phthalate-free — no endocrine disruptors in your cup
- Petroleum-free and non-toxic
- Compostable and recyclable
Make it your kind of cup
ready, set, steep.
A great starting point. Adjust the strength to suit your taste.
- 011 tbsp (3 g)Scoop your leavesAdd tea to a roomy infuser or teapot.
- 02175-185°F (80-85°C)8 oz (240 ml)Just add waterPour water over the leaves at the suggested temperature.
- 032–3 minGive it a momentLet the tea steep, then remove the leaves.
- 04Your perfect cupSip and enjoyTaste it plain first, then make it your own.
- 012 tbsp (6 g)Scoop your leavesUse the amount shown for one glass over ice.
- 02185°F (85°C)8 oz (240 ml)Brew it hotPour hot water over the leaves.
- 033 minSteep, then strainRemove the leaves after brewing.
- 04Pour over iceCool things downPour over a glass full of ice.
- 011 tbsp (3 g)per 8 oz (240 ml)Scoop your leavesAdd the tea to a jar or pitcher.
- 02Cold waterAdd cold waterPour cold, filtered water over the leaves and close the lid.
- 036–8 hLet it chillLeave it in the fridge, then strain out the leaves.
- 04Serve chilledPour and enjoyKeeps in the fridge for up to two days.
A little steeping tipSilky, thin leaves brew a sweet, smooth cup. Re-steep 2–3 times.
Why cold brewCold water draws out less bitterness, so the tea tastes smooth and naturally sweet.
A fresh way to enjoy itSweeten while the tea is still hot so it dissolves. For a smoother, mellower glass, try cold brew: leaves in cold water in the fridge for 6–8 hours.
Think of these as a starting point. Every tea is a little experiment, so adjust the amount, temperature and time to your taste.
Details
Preparation:
Use 1-1.5 TSP or 1 BAG per 8oz/200ml of water at 190F/88°C and steep for 3-3.5 min.
Ingredients:
Yellow tea
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