October 2023
Yellow Tea
Yellow tea ("Huang Cha" 黄茶), one of China's six major tea types, remains a hidden treasure, often overshadowed by its more famous counterparts. Few have had the privilege of savoring its unique flavor and understanding its exceptional production process. Hailing from Sichuan, Hunan, Anhui, and Zhejiang provinces, our selection of yellow teas promises a captivating journey into the world of this lesser-known tea variety. Each of these teas uses different tea tree varieties, harvest times, picking grades, and processing techniques to represent the artistry of their respective regions. The "Men Huang" (闷黄) process is what sets yellow tea apart from the rest: the tea leaves undergo a series of enzymatic reactions while being covered in piles. These reactions transform the chemical composition of the tea leaves, leading to changes in flavor, aroma, and color. The "Men Huang" process also imparts a slightly mellower and smoother taste to yellow tea compared to the brisk and grassy notes of green tea.
