Yunnan Dianhong Golden Needle Black Tea

Product Description

Yunnan Dianhong Golden Needle Black Tea is a smooth, full-bodied black tea known for its slender golden buds and tips. Often called Dian Hong, it offers the rich character tea drinkers look for in a Yunnan black tea, with a naturally warm and inviting cup.

The flavor is malty with notes of honey and caramel, and it can be enjoyed plain or with a touch of milk and sweetener. BESTLEAFTEA describes this tea as never artificially colored and free from sugar or other additives.

Key Features

• Golden needle-style buds and tips with a distinctive, elegant appearance
• Rich Yunnan black tea with a smooth, malty profile
• Notes of honey and caramel in the cup
• Can be enjoyed plain or with milk and sweetener
• Made from hand-picked tea buds and presented as a natural tea

Flavor Profile

• Aroma: Warm, sweet, and malty
• Taste: Smooth, rich, with honey and caramel notes
• Finish: Full-bodied and lingering

Who This Tea Is For

• Black tea drinkers who enjoy a smooth, malty cup
• Shoppers looking for a Yunnan tea with honeyed sweetness
• People who like a richer tea that works well plain or with milk
• Tea lovers who appreciate golden bud teas with a refined look

Q&A

What is Yunnan Dianhong Golden Needle Black Tea?
Yunnan Dianhong Golden Needle Black Tea is a black tea from Yunnan, China, also known as Dian Hong. It is made from golden buds and tips and is known for a smooth, malty cup with natural sweetness.

What does this tea taste like?
It tastes smooth and full-bodied, with malty depth and notes of honey and caramel. The cup is rich without feeling harsh, especially when brewed with care.

Does this tea contain caffeine?
Yes. Black tea naturally contains caffeine, and the strength can vary depending on how much leaf you use and how long you steep it.

Is this tea bitter?
When brewed properly, it is not typically bitter. A shorter steep and the right water temperature help keep the cup smooth and balanced.

How many times can I steep this tea?
You can usually steep this tea more than once. Later infusions tend to become lighter and softer while keeping some of the tea's sweetness.

What's the difference between loose leaf and tea bags?
Loose leaf tea gives the leaves more room to open, which usually brings out fuller aroma, flavor, and texture. Tea bags are more convenient, but loose leaf often offers a more expressive cup.

How long does shipping take?
Orders usually ship within 1-3 business days.

Where do you ship from?
We ship from California, USA.

Brewing Instructions