Tealyra Yunnan Golden Special Black Tea loose-leaf, 220g (8 oz) — high-altitude, golden-tip malty cup

Tealyra Yunnan Golden Special is an organic, high-altitude Yunnan black loose-leaf tea with golden tips that brews a bright copper cup and rich malt-cinnamon notes.

Harvested by multi-generation craft tea farmers in the cool, wooded highlands of Yunnan, this 220 g (8-ounce) loose-leaf tea showcases the region's signature earthy depth and a generous proportion of golden buds. Leaves are picked during the spring flush and processed to preserve their natural sweetness and malty complexity, allowing for several rewarding infusions.

What flavor profile can I expect from this Yunnan black tea?

You’ll find a bold, buttery mouthfeel balanced by strong malt and a subtle cinnamon finish, all underpinned by Yunnan’s familiar soft earthiness. The abundance of golden tips lifts natural sweetness and creates a rounded, satisfying cup.

• Bright copper liquor with visual clarity and warmth
• Primary tasting notes: malty richness and buttery texture
• Secondary notes: gentle cinnamon and natural sweet finish
• Earthy Yunnan backbone that supports multiple infusions

How is this tea grown and harvested?

Tealyra Yunnan Golden Special comes from high-altitude farms in a cool, woodland environment where traditional methods are still practiced. Leaves are handpicked during the spring harvest window to capture the freshest buds and produce that characteristic golden appearance.

• Organic cultivation by family tea farmers with long generational knowledge
• Plucked between late March and mid-April—the spring flush
• Grown at higher elevations for slower leaf development and concentrated flavor
• Processing that preserves golden tips and natural sugars

How should I brew Tealyra Yunnan Golden Special for best results?

Use fresh, filtered water heated to near-boiling and steep for a short initial infusion to reveal the tea’s malty core without extracting excess astringency. This loose-leaf tea supports multiple infusions, with each steep highlighting different facets of its profile.

• Water temperature: 95–100°C (203–212°F)
• Leaf amount: 2–3 g per 150 ml (1 teaspoon per 6 oz) — adjust to taste
• Steep times: 30–60 seconds for first infusion, increasing by 15–30 seconds thereafter
• Multiple infusions: typically 3–5 rewarding steeps

What makes this tea different from other Chinese black teas?

Its visual character—golden, bud-laden leaves—signals careful plucking and skilled processing. Combined with high-altitude growing, that results in a fuller, more complex cup than standard black teas, with a pronounced buttery malt and a gentle finish that’s distinctively Yunnan.

• High ratio of golden tips compared to ordinary black teas
• Cool-climate cultivation concentrates aromatic compounds
• Traditional artisan processing retains natural sweetness and texture
• Versatile: enjoyable plain or as a refined morning tea

Who is this for? Tea drinkers who appreciate single-origin craft teas, people seeking a robust morning black tea with nuance, and anyone wanting a premium loose-leaf that holds up to multiple infusions. Whether you’re building a specialty tea collection or replacing your everyday black tea, Tealyra Yunnan Golden Special gives you a distinctive, golden-tipped Yunnan experience in a 220 g pouch.

Ingredients

Black Tea