Huang Guan Yin
黃觀音
$21.00 – $48.00
Aroma of cooked kale, green herbs, and wildflowers. Long Yolky and metallic finish. One of a kind, full body with a fine texture.
Huang Guan Yin is a crossbreed of Huang Dan and Tie Guan Yin. It takes on the qualities of both of these famous varietals, creating a unique tasting experience.
Huang Guan Yin means Yellow Guan Yin (bodhisattva, goddess of mercy). It is a crossbreed of Huang Dan and Tie Guan Yin. Hence the name incorporates elements of both teas. The Zhang family makes our Huang Guan Yin in the famous region of Wu Yi Shan, who have two of China’s most prolific tea-producing daughters. They are well respected in the industry and are known for producing some of the world’s best tea. Learn more about these sisters in our article celebrating women in tea.
Huang Guan Yin is a crossbreed of Huang Dan and Tie Guan Yin, taking from Huang Dan the deep yolky and licorice notes and the signature green, floral and metallic notes of Tie Guan Yin. This aromatic varietal is famous for its forward aroma and long aftertaste.
Yan Cha tea is made with only the leaves, making it one of the latest teas to be harvested each year, with Ban Yan picking time around early to mid-April and Zheng Yan early May.
Health benefits: includes Catechins and Epicatechins which are antioxidants. These compounds belong to a group of plant chemicals called Flavonoids. This oolong tea is rich in polyphenols, a natural antioxidant. The amino acid L- Theanine is also present. Caffeine is present.
This tea qualifies for the ‘Morning Brew Live,’ an interactive virtual tea session. Please visit ‘Morning Brew Live’ for more information.
Brewing Instructions
Glass, porcelain or clay tea ware (gaiwan/teapot) is recommended. Heat the water to 100°C/212°F. First, warm the teacup and gaiwan/teapot. Rinse the tea quickly with hot water and pour out prior to the first steep.
Gaiwan: Use 8g for 100 ml. 1st to 5th steep 3 secs. 6th to 9th steep 7 seconds.
Teapot (glass, porcelain or clay): Use 8g for 150 ml. Steep 25 seconds. Add 10 seconds each additional steep or to your desired taste.