Golden Monkey King
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The name of Golden Monkey King (Jin Hou Wang) indicates the care that has been taken in producing this rare tea. The curled golden brown form of these tea leaves resembles a monkey paw. In local folklore, it is said to have been picked by golden monkeys from tea trees up the high karst Fujian mountains.
Another legend has it that this black tea was very popular with local Chinese landlords and taipans, who believed the tea gave them the strength and virility attributed to male golden monkeys.
This Golden Monkey tea is a classic Jin Hou black tea that prides itself on a delightfully rich, brown nectar and a wonderful enduring malty caramel finish. Flavours that bring you joy every day with every cup you take.
Tasting Details
Flavour: A rounded mellow apricot nutty taste with a sweet caramel undertone, hint of cocoa and maltAroma: A smoky stone fruit scent with accents of ripe apricot, reminiscent of wholesome harvest dry hayInfusion Colour: A deep brown smooth nectar with a burnt caramel undertoneSpecification
Caffeine Level: Lower than coffee and other black teasAntioxidant Level: HighProduction process: Handpicked, pan-firedGrade: PremiumLeaf Appearance: Long elegantly twisted large leaves with plenty of golden budsOrigin:Fuding, Fujian province, ChinaThese leaves come from the Da Bai Hao, 'Large White' tea plants. The same plants are typically harvested for white tea, hence it is considered to be the black counterpart to Yin Zhen Silver Needle white tea.Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight. Re-seal packaging between use.How to Brew
- Use 1 teaspoon of leaves (roughly 3g) for each person you are brewing tea for.
- Boil your water and let it cool, it should be around 95 degrees (100degree water will scorch the tea)
- Steep for 3-5 minutes according to taste.
- Reuse the leaves a further 3 times, by simply adding more hot water.