{"product_id":"yunnan-imperial-gold-tip-loose-leaf-black-tea","title":"High Teas Yunnan Imperial \"Gold Tip\" Loose Leaf Black Tea - Choice of Weight","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🍵 The Leaf — Large, tippy Yunnan leaves generously threaded with golden buds, hand-processed using traditional Dian Hong methods from the birthplace of tea in China's Yunnan province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Liquor — A deep amber cup, smooth and silky on the palate, with a naturally sweet, milk-chocolate creaminess and none of the bitterness of lesser black teas\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Character — Richly layered with cocoa sweetness and a gentle black pepper warmth, deepening as it cools into something earthier, rounder, and quietly complex\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e🍵 The Occasion — Exceptional as a morning cup and rewarding at any hour; equally fine drunk plain or with a splash of milk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYunnan Imperial \"Gold Tip\" is one of the most distinctive Chinese loose leaf black teas available — a Dian Hong of genuine character, immediately recognisable by the abundance of golden-tipped buds running through its large, boldly twisted leaves. Dian Hong, which translates as Yunnan Red, takes its name from the ancient abbreviated name for Yunnan province and the Chinese word for red tea; in the West we call it black tea, but the name reflects the burnished amber it pours into the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eYunnan holds a unique place in tea history. Legend places the discovery of tea here, where the great plant Camellia sinensis is believed to have originated, and the province has been producing tea in some form for over two thousand years. Black tea, however, is a more recent chapter: the first Dian Hong was produced in Fengqing county in 1939, quickly finding favour in export markets and earning a reputation as one of the finest Chinese blacks available. Today, Dian Hong teas grown at altitude — often between 1,000 and 2,000 metres above sea level, in mineral-rich soil beneath misty subtropical skies — are held in high regard both within China and internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhat sets this Gold Tip grade apart is the proportion of golden buds to leaf. These are the youngest, most tender growth points of the tea plant, covered in fine downy hairs that oxidise to a warm gold during processing. They bring a natural sweetness and a smooth, creamy quality to the cup that distinguishes premium Dian Hong from more ordinary black teas. The flavour is rich and satisfying: cocoa notes, a hint of black pepper, and a gentle earthiness that deepens pleasingly as the brew cools. It is full-bodied without being heavy, and remarkably smooth — even if left to steep a little longer than intended, it will not turn bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThis is a tea that rewards drinking plain, allowing its natural sweetness to speak for itself, though it also takes milk well for those who prefer a more traditional morning cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eSince 2008, High Teas London has been one of the country's leading independent tea specialists. With over 350 teas and infusions in our collection — one of the largest in the country — we source from the world's finest gardens, and this Yunnan Imperial is among the teas we are most proud to carry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan black tea (Dian Hong)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan Imperial Gold Tip brews best with water just off the boil — around 90 to 95°C rather than a full rolling boil, which can dull the natural sweetness of the golden tips. Use one heaped teaspoon per cup and steep for three to four minutes. If you enjoy a stronger, earthier cup, a minute or two more will deepen the character without introducing bitterness, which is one of the genuine pleasures of a well-made Dian Hong. The leaves will give a worthwhile second infusion; the first is the richest, the second lighter and a touch more floral. Drink plain first to appreciate the cocoa and pepper notes, then experiment with a small splash of milk if that is your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"High Teas","offers":[{"title":"50g","offer_id":57151673303384,"sku":"YUIM-50-DB26","price":5.9,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"125g","offer_id":57151673336152,"sku":"YUIM-125-DB26","price":12.96,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250g","offer_id":57151673368920,"sku":"YUIM-250-DB26","price":19.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g","offer_id":57151673401688,"sku":"YUIM-500-DB26","price":27.37,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g","offer_id":57151673434456,"sku":"YUIM-60-DB26","price":6.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"150g","offer_id":57151673467224,"sku":"YUIM-150-DB26","price":12.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/4259\/4904\/files\/ShanghaiBreakfastTeaPM.jpg?v=1776711848","url":"https:\/\/myspices.uk\/products\/yunnan-imperial-gold-tip-loose-leaf-black-tea","provider":"My Spices","version":"1.0","type":"link"}