“*Quick note. This feels like a budget Ti Kuan Yin. Very similar in various aspects that some might even think it’s the same tea (I’ve read somewhere that Huang Jin Gui is in reality a variety of Ti...” Read full tasting note
“My main gripe with this tea is its lack of personality. Yes, it has a light floral taste. Yes, it can be infused a few times. Yes, it is a quality tea for the price, it is easy to drink and is...” Read full tasting note
“One of my favourite’s oolongs so far! A great combination of a great taste and a affordable price! You can find a better oolongs out there for sure.. but they will cost you a fortune actually! I...” Read full tasting note
“Described as having a “flowery honeysuckle aroma” this is a very nice tea for those who enjoy floral flavors.” Read full tasting note
This tea is one of the four famous Anxi Oolong along with Tie Guan Yin. The name Huang Jin Gui means “Golden Osmanthus”, which is earned through the golden liquor its yellowish green leaves infused into, and for its distinct Osmanthus flower-like aroma. Truly a treat not to be missed.
Other names:
Golden Osmanthus Oolong
Taste:
Distinct Osmanthus flower-like aroma. The taste is rich yet complex with a flowery honeysuckle flavor.
Appearance:
Curled yellowish green tea leaves (mixture of one bud one leaf and one bud two leaves) with stem.
Origin:
An Xi, Fujian Province
$6.80/50g
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