Golden Monkey
Tasting notes: cocoa, plum jam, 'Mint thins' chocolate
When you crave the richness of black tea paired with the lightness of white tea, there's one destination: Dianhong tea. This special black tea is predominantly crafted from the buds of Assamica tea varieties of Yunnan province, renowned for producing light and smooth teas with nice, sweet aromas.
This tea is soft and velvety, offering delightful warm, malty sweet baked notes and a refreshing menthol finish.
Tea character
Leaf aroma
malt, baked bread, fresh hay
Cup aroma
warm malt, sweet biscuits, menthol
Flavor
cocoa, plum jam, 'Mint thins' chocolate
Tea story
Golden Monkey, a distinctive tea from Yunnan Province, is an elegant blend that unites the richness of black tea with the lightness of white tea. It is crafted from the buds of Assamica tea plants, a variety renowned for producing delicate yet flavorful teas in the high-altitude regions of Yunnan. The combination of tender buds and the unique terroir of the province results in a tea that is both smooth and complex, with the ability to evoke both a comforting warmth and a refreshing finish.
Yunnan, often referred to as the birthplace of tea, is a region known for its diverse climate and soil conditions, which lend themselves perfectly to the cultivation of high-quality tea. Golden Monkey is part of a tradition that stretches back centuries in this ancient tea-growing region, where the production of Dianhong (Yunnan black tea) is revered. This tea brews into a rich yet mellow liquor, offering malty sweetness and baked notes, with a subtle menthol finish that provides a sense of refreshment after each sip.
Golden Monkey is perfect for those who appreciate the delicate balance between the deeper, malty elements of black tea and the soft, airy notes reminiscent of white tea.
Tea Region | Yunnan Province, China
Tea tree | Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Cultivar | Dianhong
Harvest | Spring, 2024
Picking & processing | One bud, one leaf
Buttermilk scones with clotted cream
The warm, malty sweetness of Golden Monkey harmonizes beautifully with the buttery richness of scones, while the cream adds a velvety touch that complements the tea’s smooth texture.
Honey-glazed roasted nuts
The nutty, caramelized sweetness of the roasted nuts brings out the baked bread and honey notes in the tea, while the tea’s menthol finish refreshes the palate.
Grilled cheese sandwich
The comforting richness of the grilled cheese pairs perfectly with the tea’s malt and sweet biscuit notes, while the menthol finish adds a refreshing contrast to the cheese’s creaminess.