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Yunnan Gold
The local Yunnan tea farmers of China have for thousands of years developed
fine and exciting teas. This golden tipped tea is picked in early spring
when the tea plants are budding with the new year's growth. Any black
tea drinker will appreciate its full, rich character and broader taste
spectrum; we guarantee you will not find this tea boring but rather
uplifting, great as a pick me up any time of day. Drink it black or
with a little milk. You can also steep as long as you like - it will
not become bitter, just stronger.
Golden Tips Assam
Brahmapura valley in Assam, India, is the largest tea producing region
in the world. The valley lies 120 miles east of Darjeeling and borders
with China, Burma, and Bangladesh. It is one of the wettest regions
of the world. The majority of black tea Assam production takes place
from July to September. Golden Assams are prized among others for their
rich, malty, and full-body flavor and is often used as a base for breakfast
blends because it goes well with milk.
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Darjeeling Muscatel
This organic tea is "second flush" which pertains to the second
distinct tea plucking season. These are typically darker liquoring with
a stronger nectar-like body. This tea is fair trade accredited and is
grown in the foothills of the Himalayas. It has an amber infusion with
ripened fruit and wild flower notes.
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Black Teas
During the manufacture of black tea, the leaves are allowed to ferment
fully, which allows the robust flavors to emerge. After the leaves are
picked, they are withered, rolled, allowed to ferment, and then fired
to stop the natural breakdown of the leaf.
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