809 Honey Gold Tea Bud
Handpicked from young tea leaves nibbled by green leafhoppers before the Manzhong solar term, this rare and precious tea offers a beautiful duality: the crisp honeyed sweetness of Oriental Beauty and the mellow richness of Dong Ding. It takes more than 6kg of tender leaves to produce just a single ounce of these golden tea buds.
Why You'll Love It
- Extremely limited harvest – one ounce from 6kg of raw leaves
- Combines the sweetness of Oriental Beauty with Dong Ding’s mellow richness
- Nectar aroma developed by leafhopper-fed tea buds
- Expertly roasted for layered depth and smooth balance
“A golden bud touched by nature – and one of the rarest teas we offer.”
Tea Info
- Origin: Hsinchu County, Taiwan
- Variety: Oolong
- Fermentation: Adequately fermented
- Roasting: Exclusive roasting techniques
- Color: Orange-red
- Aroma: Unique nectar aroma
- Weight: 60g / 8g
Brewing Guide
Use flattened tea leaves at the bottom of your teapot. Brew at 95°C or above.
First infusion: 15–20 secSecond: 20 secThird: 20–25 secThen add 5 seconds per steep.
Suitable for 6+ infusions. Store in a cool, dry place away from light and moisture.
