Yunnan Red
Wikipedia: Dianhong | Teaviews: yunnan-teaLast Updated: Oct. 5, 2018
↑About Yunnan Red
Dian hong teas are diverse and come in many different leaf styles and grades. They range from strong, dark black teas to sweet, light-colored teas.
Nevertheless, these teas often share certain characteristics in common. These teas are often described as having a peppery quality. The aroma is typically malty, and these teas are often described as being similar Assams, but the flavor and mouthfeel is often softer or smoother than that of teas from Assam. Some teas have a subtle smokiness to them.
Leaf styles vary from teas with a twisted or curled shape, to long, straight, needle-like teas, to tightly rolled teas. Some of these teas are even compressed, although this is much less common than with Pu-erh.
Yunnan gold is a type of Yunnan red tea which is tippy (rich in leaf buds) and has leaves that are golden in color. We classify teas in this subcategory when they are marketed as such or when the leaf has a significant portion of visibly golden tips.
Prices on dianhong vary widely, but these teas are often available for lower prices than teas of comparable quality from other provinces.
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Imperial Pure Bud Yunnan Black Tea of Simao from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Yunnan Gold – Region: Simao, Yunnan, ChinaMar. 3rd, 2024
Good Yunnan aroma, nice earthiness/wood. The liquor (5min steep) is a wonderful honey. Taste is a solid Yunnan, with a slight sweetness (peach?) after taste. The leaves are black and tan. I would enjoy this tea anytime during the day.
Read Full ReviewImperial Gold Needle Yunnan Black Tea from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Yunnan Gold – Region: Yunnan, ChinaMar. 2nd, 2024
The aroma is a mild earthiness with a hint of classic Yunnan. The liquor (5min steep) is a nice amber. Mild flavor with no out standing notes. Enjoyable, but it would not be my first choice from this company.
Read Full ReviewSeason's Pick Golden Monkey ZY104K from Upton Tea Imports
Style: Yunnan Gold – Region: Yunnan, ChinaFeb. 24th, 2024
The aroma is earthy with a some notes of honey. The liquor is a deep brown/amber (5min steep). Bold flavor, with a bit of tartness. Slight smoky after taste. Good choice.
Read Full ReviewPure Gold Jin Jun Mei Black Tea of Tong Mu Guan Village from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Yunnan Gold – Region: ChinaAug. 24th, 2023
Classic earthy Yunnan aroma, with a hint of chocolate. Liquor (5 minute steep) is a clear medium brown.Flavor is clean, with a spice/peppery after taste. Overall, enjoyable.
Read Full ReviewYunnan "Black Gold Bi Luo Chun" Black Tea from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Yunnan Red – Region: Simao, Yunnan, ChinaAug. 23rd, 2023
The aroma reminds my of wheat toast with a slight sweetness (grapes?) in the background. The liquor is a pleasant clear brown (5 min steep). The flavor is very enjoyable, with an almost dueling after taste, peppery with a hint of sweet. I am going to enjoy this tea.
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Yunnan Gold (Golden Yunnan)
Brand: | Adagio Teas |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Yunnan Breakfast
Brand: | Rishi Tea |
Style: | Yunnan Red |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Sachet |
Yun Nan Dian Hong Black Tea – Golden Tip
Brand: | TeaVivre |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Yunnan Noir
Brand: | Adagio Teas |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Imperial Pure Bud Yunnan Black Tea of Simao
Brand: | Yunnan Sourcing |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Simao, Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
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Imperial Pure Bud Yunnan Black Tea of Simao
Brand: | Yunnan Sourcing |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Simao, Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Ancient Golden Yunnan
Brand: | Rishi Tea |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Yunnan Gold
Brand: | Bare Tea |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Sachet |
Yunnan Noir
Brand: | Adagio Teas |
Style: | Yunnan Gold |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
China Breakfast
Brand: | Rishi Tea |
Style: | Yunnan Red |
Region: | Yunnan, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |