Fujian Golden Monkey 'Jin Mao Hou' Black Tea

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Rating

84 / 100

Calculated from 11 Ratings
Tea type
Black Tea
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Ingredients
Black Tea Leaves
Flavors
Caramel, Malt, Smooth, Bread, Cherry, Cocoa, Dark Chocolate, Plum, Roasted, Rye, Thick, Chocolate, Sweet Potatoes
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Loose Leaf
Caffeine
Not available
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Use 10 oz / 296 ml of water
Set water temperature to 205 °F / 96 °C
Steep for 2 min, 45 sec
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23 Tasting Notes View all

“This one is from Ost a while ago now.  Thanks, Ost!  Sadly has a ‘drink by 2016’ on the bag, but we’ll see how it goes.  I’ve had this a few times and think it’s best at this point with two...” Read full tasting note
“Third tea of the day, getting a bit of caffeine before class. Did this gongfu style because why not. Malty, smooth, and a nice caramel undertone. As others mentioned, mouthfeel is thick and...” Read full tasting note
“A wonderful morning tea.” Read full tasting note
“Excellent!!!! I have tried many Golden Monkey tea, and my search is complete. This is the best I’ve tried. The Fujian region never disappoints me for tea. My favorite silver needle comes from here....” Read full tasting note

Description

A delightful black tea with a caramel nose and taste without any bitterness or astringency. Perfect for all times of the day.

Tasting Notes:
- Caramel nose
- Complex; caramel hints with delicate citrus finish
- No detectable bitterness or astringency

How It’s Made: One bud with one leaf

Origin: Fuan County, Fujian Province, East China

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