Volcanic Yellow (2024 Organic)

Experience the golden standard of yellow tea Yellow tea is the rarest of the six types of tea. With its unique processing step of wrapping the heated leaves and causing “micro-fermentation,” only the tea makers with the highest degree of craftsmanship can create beautiful yellow tea with a mellow sweetness and creamy texture. Mr. Lee from Jeju Island has been experimenting with yellow tea using the same process as Chinese yellow tea, and the current batch sets the golden standard for yellow tea. Teas produced in Jeju are high in mineral content and unique in flavor profile, as the tea trees grow in rich soil with volcanic ash from volcanic eruptions. This Korean hwangcha has just the right amount of familiar green tea notes harmonizing with the nutty and creamy notes. First introduced as part of our Jeju Tea Tasting Set, this Korean yellow tea blew away many tea lovers and has returned for a reappearance due to a popular request. Expect a mellow, full-bodied cup with nutty and vegetal