Gold Bi Luo Chun | black tea

Nestled in the serene hills of Ning'er County in Simao, Yunnan, lies the birthplace of a remarkable tea—Black Gold Bi Luo Chun. This exquisite black tea, crafted from the iconic tea gardens of Yunnan, captures the essence of the land with every leaf. Black Gold Bi Luo Chun is not just a tea; it is a symphony of meticulous craftsmanship, seasonality, and the artistry of tea-making passed down through generations.

Harvested as a delicate one leaf to one bud set, each pluck represents the perfect balance between youthful buds and tender leaves. The leaves are carefully hand-rolled into small, tight pellets, reminiscent of the classic green tea Bi Luo Chun, but with a twist of rich black tea character. The gentle rolling process enhances the tea’s natural sweetness and locks in its distinctive flavor profile. As the tea ages, it continues to evolve, deepening in flavor and maturing into a harmonious blend of malty sweetness, chocolaty undertones, and floral hints.

Black Gold Bi Luo Chun’s character shifts with the seasons. The spring harvest offers a robust and slightly less tipsy tea, rich with flavor and depth. In contrast, the autumn harvest yields a tea that is golden-tipped, slightly sweeter, and more relaxed, offering a smoother, more easy-going sip. With each year, the tea continues to transform, gaining a subtle honey-like mellowness that enhances its already captivating profile.

Dark chocolate tart
The bittersweet notes of the tea complement the rich, velvety texture of a dark chocolate tart, enhancing both the tea’s chocolate undertones and the dessert’s depth.

Honey-glazed roast pork
Pair with honey-glazed roast pork or char siu, where the tea’s malty sweetness mirrors the glaze, while its floral and chocolate notes add complexity to the savory meat.

Almond croissant or Pain au Chocolat:
The buttery, flaky layers of an almond croissant or pain au chocolat match the tea’s sweetness and maltiness, creating a harmonious, indulgent pairing for breakfast or dessert.

Grilled apricots with mascarpone
Grilled apricots topped with a dollop of mascarpone cheese highlight the tea’s floral and honey notes, offering a balanced blend of sweet, creamy, and slightly tart flavors.

Gingerbread cookies or spicy nuts
The warm spices in gingerbread cookies or spiced nuts enhance the tea’s malty, sweet character and bring out its subtle chocolate and floral hints.

Temperature

Tea weight

Water amount

Steeping time

85 °C

4 gram

500ml

2 min (you can resteep 2-3 times)