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Yunnan Dragon Pearl Red Tea

Artisanal Black Tea Pearls: A Symphony of Honey & Cocoa Notes

Experience the exquisite craftsmanship of these hand-rolled black tea pearls from Yunnan's misty mountains. Each pearl, carefully shaped to chickpea size, unfurls to reveal golden-tipped leaves that brew into a captivating copper-amber liquor. The initial aroma presents rich malty notes intertwined with wild honey sweetness.

The flavor journey begins with pronounced notes of wildflower honey and baked stone fruits, evolving into deeper layers of licorice wood and fresh-roasted coffee. Subtle undertones of fine leather and aged tobacco add complexity, while a velvety cocoa finish rounds out each taste. The medium-bodied brew offers remarkable smoothness without bitterness, making it perfect for both morning ritual and afternoon contemplation.

This exceptional black tea captures the essence of Yunnan's tea crafting mastery, delivering a bold yet balanced profile that rivals the finest Assam teas. Its versatility shines through multiple steepings, each revealing new dimensions of its intricate character.

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Yunnan Dragon Pearl Red Tea

Yunnan Dragon Pearl Red Tea

€39,99

Brewing Your Perfect Cup

Gong Fu Method:

  • Water Temperature: 95°C
  • Use 150ml gaiwan
  • Brief rinse, then steep 30 seconds
  • Subsequent steeps: increase by 5 seconds
  • Yields 6+ flavorful infusions

Western Style:

  • 3g pearls per 200ml water
  • Temperature: 95°C
  • Steep 3-4 minutes
  • Optional: add 10-15ml warm milk

Store in airtight container away from light and moisture. Pre-warm teaware for optimal results.

Premium Yunnan Tea Leaves: Nature's Finest Selection

Hand-selected black tea leaves and buds from South Yunnan Province, China. Each pearl contains carefully chosen leaves, rich in golden tips, indicating peak harvest timing and expert processing. The leaves are meticulously hand-rolled into uniform 1cm pearls, showcasing the artisan's skill in traditional tea crafting methods.

The specific tea cultivar is chosen for its ability to produce robust malty notes and natural sweetness characteristic of high-elevation Yunnan terroir. When unfurled, the leaves reveal their full, intact structure, demonstrating the careful handling throughout processing that preserves their complex flavor compounds.

Health-Enhancing Properties of Yunnan Black Tea

This exceptional black tea offers a balanced combination of stimulating and nurturing properties:

  • Natural Energy Support: Contains a moderate caffeine content that provides sustained mental clarity without the jitters associated with coffee
  • Antioxidant Rich: High in polyphenols, particularly theaflavins and thearubigins, which support cellular health and immune function
  • Cardiovascular Benefits: Regular consumption may help maintain healthy blood pressure levels and support heart health
  • Digestive Wellness: The warm, complex nature of this tea can aid digestion and promote gut health
  • Blood Sugar Management: Studies suggest black tea may help regulate blood glucose levels
  • Cognitive Function: The unique combination of L-theanine and caffeine supports focused alertness and mental clarity

Yunnan's Tea Heritage: From Mountain to Pearl

The art of crafting dragon pearl tea emerged from Yunnan Province, historically known as the birthplace of tea cultivation. This region's unique combination of high altitude, mineral-rich soil, and subtropical climate creates ideal conditions for producing exceptional black teas.

Local tea masters developed the pearl-rolling technique centuries ago, originally as a method to preserve tea quality during long journeys along the Ancient Tea Horse Road. This laborious process requires extensive training, with each artisan spending years perfecting their technique.

The name Dragon Pearl reflects Chinese mythology, where dragons symbolize power and good fortune. The tea's golden tips were said to represent dragon's scales, while the unfurling process during brewing mimics a dragon awakening.