{"title":"All Teas","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover our complete selection of premium teas.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2024-gushu-shou-puerh","title":"Chernozem","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\n  border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 10px 0;\n  margin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\n  font-weight: 600;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  letter-spacing: 0.05em;\n  list-style: none;\n  display: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n  display: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\n  margin: 12px 0 0;\n  line-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\n  width: 100%;\n  display: block;\n  margin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Chernozem tasting graph\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_ChernozemWeb_graph_10x_9a5a358d-7fe2-43a7-a584-b9284f2b4701.png?v=1778700850\" class=\"tea-graph\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm Leaf Smell: black soil, condensed milk, topinambur\u003cbr\u003eWet Leaf Smell: soil and roots after rain\u003cbr\u003eTexture Feel: thick, creamy, coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: yam, milk, mifagao (steamed rice bun)\u003cbr\u003eFinish Feel: clean, silky smooth, a bit juicy\u003cbr\u003eEmpty Cup Smell: oat biscuits\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: milk porridge\u003cbr\u003eBody Feel: energised, warm, clear-headed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Shou (Cooked) PuErh Tea\u003cbr\u003eNative Name: 春南糯古树熟普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: 2024 April\u003cbr\u003erigin: ancient forest around Shitou old village, NanNuo mountain, Menghai county, Xishuangbanna prefecture, Yunnan province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ye Zhong (Big Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1600m+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eShou puerh is rarely made from pure ancient tree (GuShu) spring material, such harvests are usually reserved for Sheng. Chernozem is a rare exception, and a strong case for why this should be done more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeeply mineral and consistently thick, the tea carries a rich, earthy profile that reminded us of fertile black soil (hence the name). A medium-to-strong fermentation gives it a creamy, dense texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the body feel is just as smooth and comforting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt drinks beautifully now, but also holds strong potential for aging, if you can resist finishing it first.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING SUGGESTION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;GongFu brewing:\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;100°C\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;1st infusion: 15sec, next: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;12 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eDon't be put off by the dark black liquor — this tea is easy to work with. It opens gradually over the first infusions and holds well across many brews.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from an ancient garden on NanNuo mountain, with trees estimated between 300 and 800 years old, near the old Shitou village. The garden grows in a forest ecosystem where tea trees coexist with other plants. The trees, especially the older ones, have not been treated with fertilisers or pesticides for many years. This environment contributes to the depth and mineral character of the tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThe producer manages the harvest and processing herself, with her family. I met her by chance in 2024, and her teas have consistently stood out, not just for their quality, but for the care and integrity she puts into them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMUSICAL ASSOCIATION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTRASHIII — INDUSTRIAL FUTURE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 70g | 28.9 € (0.41 €\/g)","offer_id":58015509971269,"sku":null,"price":28.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 6.9 € (0.46 €\/g)","offer_id":57431855006021,"sku":null,"price":6.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 69.9 € (0.35 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510004037,"sku":null,"price":69.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC07501-3.jpg?v=1780959183"},{"product_id":"2025-tongmu-zhengshan-xiaozhong","title":"Pastry Oven","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .tea-details {\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n      padding: 10px 0;\n      margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  .tea-details summary {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      cursor: pointer;\n      letter-spacing: 0.05em;\n      list-style: none;\n      display: block;\n  }\n\n  .tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n      display: none;\n  }\n\n  .tea-graph {\n      width: 100%;\n      display: block;\n      margin-bottom: 24px;\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_23_Pastry_OvenWeb_graph_10x_a3953765-763b-4269-82f5-a8c7b1d57bb5.png?v=1779314948\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: chocolate, caramelized milk, golden syrup biscuits\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: caramelized sweet potato\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, creamy, slightly chalky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: croissant, brown sugar, charcoal toast, camphor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMouthfeel: soft, juicy in the mouth, slight freshness in the throat\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: caramel, popcorn\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: butter crepe, hazelnut\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: relaxed, soothed, clear mind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Red (Black) Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 正山小种\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Tongmu Village, WuYi Mountain, Nanping City, Fujian, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Cai Cha (heritage)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 800m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePastry Oven is everything I expect from a great Zhengshan Xiaozhong: comforting chocolate, a freshly baked buttery pastry, and a satisfying finish. From experience, this balance is far from easy to find, even in the WuYi region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e5g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e8 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTongmu Village, nestled in the heart of the WuYi Mountains of Fujian, is where red (black) tea is believed to have first appeared. In the world of tea, it is one of the most historically rich sites globally. The leaves for our Pastry Oven come from Tongmu and are then processed by a family that has been working with tea in WuYi for generations. Their production manager has 30 years of experience in red (black) teas and rock oolongs. We found them by a happy coincidence: one of the family members contacted us to expand their tea network, without knowing that we were building our own. We tasted their teas, we liked them, and the rest followed naturally. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is an unsmoked version of Zhengshan Xiaozhong (Lapsang Souchong).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  14.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830625093,"sku":null,"price":14.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 5g | 2.9 € (0.58 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830657861,"sku":null,"price":2.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 39.9 € (0.4 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830690629,"sku":null,"price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04568_e5c6ec3d-5b07-472e-9dc6-3635cd088e55.jpg?v=1780443134"},{"product_id":"2025-shiru-yancha","title":"Lait de Pierre","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .tea-details {\n      border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\n      padding: 10px 0;\n      margin: 0;\n  }\n\n  .tea-details summary {\n      font-weight: 600;\n      cursor: pointer;\n      letter-spacing: 0.05em;\n      list-style: none;\n      display: block;\n  }\n\n  .tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n      display: none;\n  }\n\n  .tea-graph {\n      width: 100%;\n      display: block;\n      margin-bottom: 24px;\n  }\n  \u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Stone_MilkWeb_graph_10x_2bc329f5-d63c-46b0-a39f-b804219f9710.png?v=1779314362\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: almond chocolate, Yunnan rose cakes, wood oven\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: wet stones, spring flowers, dried prunes\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, coating, oily\u003cbr\u003eTaste: burnt caramel, roses, incense, dry wood\u003cbr\u003eMouthfeel: dry then juicy and sweet, strong mineral rhythm (YanYun), long, very vaporous and floral\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: rose water\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: pomelo\u003cbr\u003eSensation: warm, invigorating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Rock Wulong Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 石乳\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Buddha Rock (FoGuoYan), WuYi Mountains, Nanping Municipality, Fujian, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: ShiRu (Stone Milk)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 400m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish of this tea is insane. It keeps calling for the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have the opportunity to go to China, I highly recommend visiting the Wuyi scenic area, where this tea comes from. It is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful tea producing regions I have ever visited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e7g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e8 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe found this tea forgiving. Here, water quality matters more than infusion precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Stone Milk comes from Buddha Rock (FoGuoYan), one of the famous cliffs in the core production area (ZhengYan) of the WuYi Mountains in Fujian. The soil is composed of volcanic rock and red clay, which provides mineral-rich, well-drained land naturally shaded by the cliff walls. This is what gives quality cliff wulongs their thickness, their mineral mouthfeel, and that prolonged finish called rock rhythm (YanYun).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves were then processed by a family who has been working with tea in WuYi for generations, with a production manager boasting 30 years of experience in red (black) teas and cliff wulongs. We found them by happy chance: one of the family members contacted us to develop their tea network, without knowing that we were building ours. We tasted their teas, we liked them, and the rest followed naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePRODUCTION SPECIFICITIES\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium roast: 2 passes at 120-130°C, 10-16 hours per pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  19.9 € (0.66 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830756165,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 7g | 5.5 € (0.79 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830788933,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 54.9 € (0.55 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830821701,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04565-2.jpg?v=1780479638"},{"product_id":"2025-laocong-shuixian-yancha","title":"Vieil homme narcissique","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Old_NarcissistWeb_graph_10x_5fd5d80b-7739-4a60-9112-719903f19921.png?v=1779314670\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: sweet flowers, caramelized blackcurrant pie crust, fireplace\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: raw wood, toasted almonds\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, mineral-chalky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: toasted almonds, cocoa beans, cherry jam, bania, clay\u003cbr\u003eMouthfeel: mineral and thirst-quenching, long huigan (returning sweetness), active transformation\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: caramel stroopwafel\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: toasted almonds and banana peel\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: clear, calm, energetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Rock Wulong Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 老枞水仙\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Xingcun, WuYiShan, Nanping Municipality, Fujian, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Shui Xian (Narcissus)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 400m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm not really a coffee lover, but I feel that coffee lovers will particularly appreciate the roasted and woody character of Old Narcissist. The sweetness also lingers on the palate for a remarkably long time after drinking it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have the opportunity to go to China, I highly recommend visiting the Wuyi scenic area, where this tea comes from. One of the most beautiful tea producing regions I have ever visited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e7g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e8 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Old Narcissist comes from the WuYi Mountains of Fujian. The soil is made up of volcanic rock and red clay, which provides mineral-rich, well-drained soil, naturally shaded by the cliff faces. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is what gives quality cliff wulongs their thickness, their mineral mouthfeel, and that prolonged finish called rock rhythm (YanYun). The bushes are about 60 years old, which is considered quite old by local standards, and this is what gives this tea its long huigan (returning sweetness) and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eits particularly addictive mineral character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea is grown and fully processed by a family that has been working with tea in WuYi for generations, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith a production manager with 30 years of experience in red (black) teas and cliff wulongs. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe found them by a happy coincidence: one of the family members contacted us to develop their tea network, without knowing that we were building ours. We tasted their teas, we liked them, and the rest followed naturally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePRODUCTION SPECIFICS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium-fired roasting, 4 passes at 120-130°C, 10-16 hours per pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  19.9 € (0.66 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830854469,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 7g | 5.5 € (0.79 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830887237,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 54.9 € (0.55 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830920005,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/OLDNARCISSIST_777ce747-c08f-41cb-b842-346b0cf9ed73.jpg?v=1780422646"},{"product_id":"2025-nantou-jinxuan","title":"Milky Art","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Milky_ArtWeb_graph_10x_d6ff6caa-8122-43bf-9a7a-a8ac9f13ec23.png?v=1779314882\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: milk, stroopwafel, honeysuckle, honey\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: stewed jujube and honey infusion\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, milky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: delicate, floral, cooked milk, jujube, red peaches, and lightly dried apples\u003cbr\u003eMouthfeel: soft and pleasantly refreshing, juicy and long\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: warm milk cookies\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: apple strudel, chrysanthemum\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: invigorating, warming\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Rolled Oolong Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 南投金萱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: September 1, 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Nantou, Taiwan\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: JinXuan\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complex tea with multiple layers, deeply comforting. Heavily oxidized and roasted rolled oolongs seem undervalued to me today, which is a shame — Milky Art makes a strong case for them. This tea can withstand many infusions before losing its flavor, something I’ve learned to appreciate in oolongs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e10 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is easy to prepare. You can also try 90°C for 45sec, adding 15sec per infusion for an aromatic and dense preparation with a light body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCold Infusion: Place 6g in a one-liter bottle with room temperature water, and let steep for a few hours, or overnight in the refrigerator. You can rinse the leaves with hot water just before to speed up extraction. Enjoy throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMilky Art comes from Nantou, the historical heart of tea production in Taiwan. The JinXuan cultivar, also known as #12 or \"Milk Oolong,\" combined with roasting, gives this tea an unforgettable cooked milk note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe discovered this tea through a friend we met at the Amsterdam Tea Festival — a talented artist and tea enthusiast who also helped the master transform this specific batch. We found a shared mission: to bring excellent teas to Europe. He generously offered us a part of what became Milky Art to taste, and we enjoyed it so much that we asked him to purchase a small quantity to share with you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  23.9 € (0.8 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830952773,"sku":null,"price":23.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 7g | 6.9 € (0.99 €\/g)","offer_id":58014830985541,"sku":null,"price":6.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 70g | 49.9 € (0.71 €\/g)","offer_id":58014831018309,"sku":null,"price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04628.jpg?v=1780481022"},{"product_id":"2025-autumn-nannuo-gushu-sheng-puerh","title":"Bruine d'Orchard","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_21_Orchard_DrizzleWeb_graph_10x_b9967597-6a6e-402a-9c6a-eb21d5fa108e.png?v=1779314994\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: yellow apples, wooden barrel\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: dried fruit compote, steppe flowers\u003cbr\u003eTexture: very thick, creamy and coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: yellow apples, dried apricots, osmanthus, slightly unripe loquat, crisp persimmons, Yunnan bananas\u003cbr\u003eFinish: mineral and dry then refreshing coolness, very sweet-juicy, active transformation\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: apples withering under the tree\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: grape skin (ruby perhaps)\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: joyful, clear, meditative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Raw pu'er tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 秋南糯古树生普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: September 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ancient forest around the old village of Shitou, NanNuo Mountain, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Big Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1600m+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to drink: light and forgiving. As it steeps, it gently settles into a fresh, syrupy liquor. Autumn sheng pu'er tends to be softer than its more powerful spring counterparts, making it one of the most accessible (and generally affordable) ways to experience true old-growth tree material (GuShu).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING GUIDELINES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu brewing:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from an ancient garden on NanNuo Mountain, with trees estimated to be between 300 and 800 years old, near the old village of ShiTou in Yunnan. The garden grows in a forest ecosystem where tea trees coexist with other plants. The trees, especially the older ones, have not been treated with fertilizers or pesticides for many years. This environment contributes to the depth and mineral character of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe producer manages the harvesting and processing herself, with her family. I met her by chance in 2024, and her teas consistently stood out, not only for their quality but for the care and integrity she puts into them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 70g | 28.9 € (0.41 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510036805,"sku":null,"price":28.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 6.9 € (0.46 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510069573,"sku":null,"price":6.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 69.9 € (0.35 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510102341,"sku":null,"price":69.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04621.jpg?v=1780480031"},{"product_id":"2018-spring-nannuo-gushu-sheng-puerh","title":"2018 Dry Season in NanNuo","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_2018_Dry_Season_in_NanNuoWeb_graph_10x_a7711207-c891-42b7-bd7b-3178cfaccd4d.png?v=1779314965\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmell of dry leaves: dried apples, marzipan\u003cbr\u003eSmell of wet leaves: eucalyptus, dried stone fruit\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, creamy\u003cbr\u003eTaste: peach candies, banana, fresh wood\u003cbr\u003eFinish: sweet, ethereal and floral\u003cbr\u003eSmell of empty cup: fermented blood oranges\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: long, aged chenpi (orange peel)\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: joyful, euphoric lightness, energizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Raw Pu'er Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 春南糯古树生普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2018\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ancient forest around the old village of Shitou, NanNuo Mountain, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Big Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1600m+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth Dry Season in NanNuo, 2018 and 2020, come from the same old trees, from the same producer, from the same season — only the harvest year differs. This is a rare opportunity to taste time side by side. These two years were particularly dry in southern Yunnan, concentrating the flavor of the leaves of these old trees (GuShu).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI personally find that the 2018 has a slightly lighter base than the 2020, but rewards patience with a beautiful and long-lasting aftertaste. Both have a powerful body feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from an ancient garden on NanNuo Mountain, with trees estimated to be between 300 and 800 years old, near the old village of ShiTou. The garden grows in a forest ecosystem where tea trees coexist with other plants. The trees, especially the older ones, have not been treated with fertilizers or pesticides for many years. This environment contributes to the depth and mineral character of the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe producer manages the harvesting and processing herself, with her family. I met her by chance in 2024, and her teas have consistently stood out, not only for their quality, but for the care and integrity she puts into them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 50g | 29.9 € (0.6 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510135109,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 8g | 5.9 € (0.74 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510167877,"sku":null,"price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 120g | 59.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510200645,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04624.jpg?v=1780480529"},{"product_id":"2020-spring-nannuo-gushu-sheng-puerh","title":"2020 NanNuo Dry Season","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_2020_Dry_Season_in_NanNuoWeb_graph_10x_db35795a-1875-4fa5-86fb-1ee95fdbf69f.png?v=1779314973\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: dried apricots, cardamom\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: dried stone fruits, jackfruit\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, full-bodied\u003cbr\u003eTaste: apricots, sour plums, papaya\u003cbr\u003eFinish: sweet, menthol freshness, huigan (returning sweetness)\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: pineapple juice\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: long, lemon marmalade\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: joyful, euphoric lightness, energizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Raw Pu-erh Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 春南糯古树生普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2020\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: ancient forest around the old village of Shitou, NanNuo Mountain, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Big Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1600m+\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth Dry Season in NanNuo, 2018 and 2020, come from the same old trees, the same producer, the same season — only the harvest year differs. This is a rare opportunity to taste time side by side. Both years were particularly dry in southern Yunnan, concentrating the flavor of the leaves from these old trees (GuShu).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI personally find that the 2018 has a slightly lighter base than the 2020, but rewards patience with a beautiful and lasting aftertaste. Both have a powerful body feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 50g | 29.9 € (0.6 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510233413,"sku":null,"price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 8g | 5.9 € (0.74 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510266181,"sku":null,"price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 120g | 59.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510298949,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04616.jpg?v=1780480482"},{"product_id":"2018-jingyang-fuzhuan-heicha","title":"Golden Loaf","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Golden_LoafWeb_graph_10x_b62661d0-c680-427c-bf51-2ae8fdf4697f.png?v=1779314836\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaf aroma: toasted almonds, clay, buckwheat bread\u003cbr\u003eWet leaf aroma: dry earth, bread, almonds\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium, chalky yet coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: chestnuts, malty kvass, dark sugar, hint of cinnamon, sunflower seeds, jujube\u003cbr\u003eFinish: soft and round, dry then juicy\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: honey toast\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: sunflower seed gozinaki\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: warm, grounded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Dark Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 金花泾阳茯茶\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Spring 2018\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Yiyang Town, Anhua County, Hunan Province; processed into Fu brick in JingYang, Shaanxi Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Hunan Da Ye Zhong (Large Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 600-1000m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost Fu teas on the market lean towards earthy, humid, with fermentation at the forefront — especially teas from AnHua (Hunan province). Fu teas from JingYang (Shaanxi province) are different: fruitier, nuttier, and noticeably cleaner — which I would attribute to Shaanxi's drier climate, shaping the storage and aging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGolden flowers (JinHua) are present but not overpowering, which is rarer than one might think. They complement the tea without dominating it. Hand pressing also means there are no stems in the brick, and it breaks apart effortlessly. Honest quality at a price that doesn't do the tea justice, it's so good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you like Fu teas and want to try something new, check out our Forest Saint-Germain — a unique white tea processed into a Fu brick (FuZhuan) by the same producer as Golden Loaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING INSTRUCTIONS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e7g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoiled: Excellent for cooking — as an alternative or after GongFu infusion. Use 5-10g for 500ml and add 1-2 crystals of good mineral salt. Simmer over low heat and top up with water as needed. The longer the cooking, the thicker, darker, and sweeter the broth. Leave at least a third of the liquid in the pot and dilute with hot water as many times as you like.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the go: Put 5-10g in a one-liter thermos, fill with boiling water (100°C), and drink throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFu brick (FuZhuan) is a type of tea that undergoes a unique fermentation, during which a fungus called eurotium cristatum develops inside the brick as characteristic golden spots, known as golden flowers (JinHua). JingYang, in Shaanxi province, where Fu tea is believed to have originated, has been perfecting this art for about six centuries, under the specific temperature and oxygen conditions that promote the development of golden flowers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e JingYang Fu teas often use raw material (HeiMaoCha) from other regions, unlike AnHua, which almost always uses local tea. The raw material for this brick was harvested in AnHua, Hunan, according to a first-grade standard (one bud and two leaves), before going through kill-green (ShaQing) and initial drying. It was then transported to JingYang, where it was steamed, pile-fermented (WoDui) for two days, inoculated with the brand's own golden flower, and hand-pressed into bricks before 45 days of aging in dedicated chambers. Entirely handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of this tea with Tea Drunk Monkeys begins in Xi'An, the capital of Shaanxi province, where Efim serendipitously met a JingYang native who produces and sells his teas locally. He opened his shop just for us during the holidays, answered every question directly, and showed us what he and a close friend are quietly experimenting with. Their teas are almost impossible to find elsewhere in China, let alone abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eGOLDEN FLOWER CAUTION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden spots you see in the brick are not mold in the harmful sense. This is eurotium cristatum, a fungal culture intentionally cultivated in the production of Fu tea for hundreds of years, valued for the depth it brings to the taste and for its purported digestive and metabolic benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe have encountered online reports from people with gluten sensitivity reacting to golden flower, although we have found no concrete evidence explaining this phenomenon. No gluten was used at any stage of this tea's processing. If you have known intolerances, we suggest starting with a small quantity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 100g  |  21.9 € (0.22 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494308165,"sku":null,"price":21.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 20g | 4.9 € (0.25 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494340933,"sku":null,"price":4.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 37.9 € (0.19 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494373701,"sku":null,"price":37.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full brick - 450g | 75.9 € (0.17 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494406469,"sku":null,"price":75.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04649.jpg?v=1780480702"},{"product_id":"2020-shoumei-fuzhuan","title":"Saint-Germain Forest","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Forest_Saint-GermainWeb_graph_10x_33401157-ab44-4e72-85d5-945ba076f913.png?v=1779315034\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaf aroma: characteristic golden flower aroma: mushrooms, undergrowth, with notes of blackberries\u003cbr\u003eWet leaf aroma: shoumei shows through, antique wood, barberry, hibiscus\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium-thick, milky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: chamomile, damp autumn forest, thyme, root syrup\u003cbr\u003eFinish: nice sweet finish, quite mellow, pleasant, dry then juicy\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: pine forest\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: dried culinary herbs, raspberry leaf\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: warm, soothed, meditative\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: White Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 金花寿茯茶\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Spring 2020\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Fuding, Ningde district, Fujian province; processed into Fu brick in JingYang, Shaanxi province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Fuding DaBaiHao\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500-800m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eForest Saint-Germain is a white tea hand-pressed into a Fu brick (FuZhuan) in Jingyang, Shaanxi. Processing a white tea in this manner is truly rare. But the main appeal lies in how it balances the herbaceous sweetness of a well-aged white tea with the sweetness and mushroomy notes of golden flowers (JinHua). The golden flowers are present but not overpowering, just as in our Golden Loaf, the classic Fu brick from the same producer. The hand-pressing also means it breaks apart effortlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING GUIDELINES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoiling: Excellent for cooking — as an alternative or after GongFu infusion. Use 5-10g per 500ml and add 1-2 crystals of good mineral salt. Simmer over low heat and top up with water as needed. The longer it boils, the thicker, darker, and sweeter the broth. Leave at least a third of the liquid in the pot and extend with hot water as many times as you like.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the Go: Put 5-10g in a one-liter thermos, fill with boiling water (100°C) and drink throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFu brick (FuZhuan) is a type of tea that undergoes a unique fermentation, during which a fungus called eurotium cristatum develops inside the brick in the form of characteristic golden spots, known as golden flowers (JinHua). JingYang, in Shaanxi province, where Fu tea is believed to have originated, has been perfecting this art for about six centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJingYang Fu teas often use raw material (HeiMaoCha) from other regions. The raw material for this brick was harvested and processed into ShouMei in Fuding, Fujian, renowned for its white teas. It was then transported to JingYang, where it was inoculated with the brand's own golden flower, and hand-pressed into bricks before 45 days of aging in dedicated chambers. Entirely handmade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe story of this tea with Tea Drunk Monkeys begins in Xi'An, where Efim happened to meet a JingYang native who produces and sells his teas locally. He opened his shop just for us during the holidays, answered every question directly, and showed us what he and a close friend are quietly experimenting with. Their teas are almost impossible to find elsewhere in China, let alone abroad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eGOLDEN FLOWER WARNING\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe golden spots you see in the brick are not harmful mold. They are eurotium cristatum, a fungal culture intentionally cultivated in Fu tea production for hundreds of years, valued for the depth it brings to the taste and for its purported digestive and metabolic benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe have encountered online reports of gluten-sensitive individuals reacting to golden flower, although we have found no concrete evidence explaining this phenomenon. No gluten was used at any stage of this tea's processing. If you have known intolerances, we suggest starting with a small amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 100g  |  25.5 € (0.26 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494439237,"sku":null,"price":25.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 20g | 5.9 € (0.3 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494472005,"sku":null,"price":5.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 44.9 € (0.22 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494504773,"sku":null,"price":44.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full brick - 450g | 89.9 € (0.2 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494537541,"sku":null,"price":89.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04655.jpg?v=1780480658"},{"product_id":"2013-shoumei","title":"Le remède de Mémé","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Grandma_s_CureWeb_graph_10x_7516e897-22fb-42d9-b099-72943be27184.png?v=1779315043\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: dried apples, stewed prunes, chrysanthemum\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: sweet medicinal roots, licorice\/chicory, fermented fruits\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, syrupy\u003cbr\u003eTaste: dried fruit compote, dried longan, ivan tchaï, chicory, plum pudding, fermented peaches\u003cbr\u003eFinish: sweet, long and ethereal\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: apple charlotte\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: herbal remedy, rosehip leaf\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: soothed, warm, gentle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: White Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 福鼎寿眉\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: October 2013\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Diantou village, Fuding, Fujian, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Fuding DaBaiHao\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 300m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING GUIDELINES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e15 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoiled: Excellent for cooking — as an alternative or after GongFu infusion. Use 5-10g for 500ml. Simmer on low heat and top up with water as needed. The longer the cooking, the thicker, darker, and sweeter the broth. Leave at least a third of the liquid in the pot and dilute with hot water as many times as you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Grandma's Cure is a Shoumei white tea, meaning a plucking standard of one bud and two to three leaves from the Fuding DaBaiHao cultivar. This tea comes from Diantou, one of the core white tea production areas in Fuding County, Fujian. We sourced it through a trusted friend based in China, with direct links to some of the best producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 34.9 € (0.35 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510331717,"sku":null,"price":34.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 6.9 € (0.46 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510364485,"sku":null,"price":6.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Full cake - 350g | 79.9 € (0.23 €\/g)","offer_id":58015510397253,"sku":null,"price":79.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04641.jpg?v=1780480859"},{"product_id":"2017-gongmei","title":"Little Veggie Tribute","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Tribute_Little_VeggieWeb_graph_10x_8480445e-6883-4aa5-8a9d-e3db2c403bf7.png?v=1779315058\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: redcurrant, physalis, lilac\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: rhubarb, lilac\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, syrupy, coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: apricot, sage, rhubarb, raspberry leaf, chrysanthemum, sprouted lentils\u003cbr\u003eFinish: sweet, ethereal, long\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: wild flower honey\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: oat milk and chrysanthemum\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: light, concentrated, joyful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: White Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 福鼎贡眉\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2017\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Guangyang Village, Fuding, Fujian, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Xiao Cai Cha (heirloom)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 500m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Tribute Little Veggie is a Gongmei white tea, which can be confusing as the Fuding naming standard changed in 2018. In the case of Tribute Little Veggie, Gongmei refers to an heirloom cultivar (from seeds), sometimes called vegetable tea (Caicha) or small vegetable tea (Xiaocaicha). These heirloom white teas are increasingly difficult to find, with Fuding Dabai and Fuding Dahao cultivars dominating the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e5g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e10 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from Guangyang in Fuding County, Fujian. We sourced it through a trusted friend based in China, with direct links to some of the best producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 60g  |  21.9 € (0.37 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494570309,"sku":null,"price":21.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 6.5 € (0.43 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494603077,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 150g | 39.9 € (0.27 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494635845,"sku":null,"price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04596.jpg?v=1780481753"},{"product_id":"2025-xuepian-yashi-xiang-dancong","title":"Snowflake Duckshit","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Snowflake_DuckshitWeb_graph_10x_0284bc8f-92e2-493d-8939-4c5e46b667d7.png?v=1779314906\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: creamy zucchini, cucumber, tulips\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: asparagus, zucchini, tulips\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium, full-bodied\u003cbr\u003eTaste: floral, watermelon rind, buttery zucchini, slightly unripe apricots\u003cbr\u003eFinish: refreshing, airy\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: spring garden\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: fresh raw nuts\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: light euphoria, grounded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Dancong Wulong Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 雪片鸭屎香单丛\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: September 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Wudong Village, Phoenix Mountains, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Yashi Xiang (Duck Shit Aroma)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 900m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDancongs labeled Snowflake (XuePian) are harvested later in the season, just before the shrubs enter winter dormancy. Compared to spring harvests, Snowflakes are lighter in body but deliver exceptional aromatics. They are usually lightly roasted or not roasted at all to preserve the fragile floral notes, known as light fragrance (QingXiang). Our Snowflake Duckshit is a perfect example: beautiful floral and vegetal aromatics, and a more accessible price than spring teas from the same producers, without compromising on body feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e7g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e9 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Snowflake Duckshit comes from Wudong village, the main production area for Dancong teas and one of the locations home to the oldest and most renowned trees. We sourced it through a trusted friend based in China, with direct links to some of the best producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePRODUCTION SPECIFICS \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting: light fragrance (QingXiang), final wood firing without charcoal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  17.9 € (0.6 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494668613,"sku":null,"price":17.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 7g | 4.9 € (0.7 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494701381,"sku":null,"price":4.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 49.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494734149,"sku":null,"price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04593_14046f91-53d6-42db-a01c-ab8a933e5a4a.jpg?v=1780479562"},{"product_id":"2025-spring-youhua-xiang-dancong","title":"Pummelo Blossom","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Pomelo_FlowerWeb_graph_10x_380a3ae6-c74d-46a2-beca-6325f47ae2c8.png?v=1779314899\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: woody and floral, honeyed sweetness, orange blossoms\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: custard, grapefruit zest\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium, milky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: pomelo honey tea, bergamot, lemon thyme, yellow grapefruit, orchids, buttery pastry\u003cbr\u003eFinish: juicy, refreshing and very ethereal, inviting the next sip\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: sun-dried flowers\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: jasmine, hyacinths, fennel seeds\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: gentle euphoria, calm energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Dancong Oolong Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 柚花香单丛\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Zhuliu Village, Phoenix Mountains, Chaozhou, Guangdong, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Youhua Xiang (Pomelo Flower)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 600m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePomelo Flower Dancongs are a varietal I'm particularly fond of, and this one delivered from the very first taste. We acquired a small quantity and it's possible we won't be able to restock it, so only a few lucky early buyers will get to discover this exceptional tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e7g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e11 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pomelo Flower comes from Zhuliu village on the slopes of Wudong Mountain in the Phoenix Mountains range. The trees in the garden are between 50 and 80 years old, untrimmed, and reach over two meters in height. We sourced it through a trusted friend based in China, with direct links to some of the best producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePRODUCTION SPECIFICS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting: full fragrance (NongXiang), three classic roasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  19.9 € (0.66 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494766917,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 7g | 5.5 € (0.79 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494799685,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 54.9 € (0.55 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494832453,"sku":null,"price":54.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04599.jpg?v=1780479786"},{"product_id":"2025-spring-youle-dashu-sheng","title":"Dernier Chasseur","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Last_HunterWeb_graph_10x_5e478894-ce9b-416e-b6ec-3d3c679f526b.png?v=1779314985\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: yogurt, gooseberries\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: lilac, lemon curd\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick and oily\u003cbr\u003eTaste: zesty pomelo and guava, herbaceous tonic water, blend of flowers, Altai herbs\u003cbr\u003eFinish: refreshing, intense and juicy huigan (returning sweetness), active development in the mouth, ethereal\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: custard\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: fig leaf\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: clear-headed, energizing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Raw Pu'er Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 春攸乐大树生普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Spring 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: YouLe Mountain (JiNuo), Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ye Zhong (Large Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 700–900m\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFloral and zesty, with a thick and oily texture and an intense, juicy huigan (returning sweetness). As for how this tea ended up with us: the producer simply sent a kilo of \"sample\" without warning. It could have been awkward. Fortunately, the tea was fantastic — like everything else I've tasted from him — and we, of course, settled the bill once we realized what had happened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e11 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA'S ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLast Hunter comes from YouLe Mountain (JiNuo) in Xishuangbanna, one of the six famous tea mountains that supplied imperial courts for centuries. Nestled between the YiWu and MengHai production areas, the mountain is covered in rainforest shared with elephants, wild buffalo, and monkeys. It is also the territory of the YouLe (JiNuo) people, the last of China's 56 officially recognized ethnic minority groups to have been identified, who live almost exclusively on this mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn winter 2024, we had the good fortune to meet one of them: a man who guided us through the jungle, casually listing the countless ways local flora and fauna could kill us. He turned out to be the last hunter in his lineage — a practice abandoned after China began restricting hunting in the late 1990s. He welcomed us into his home in Baduo village with remarkable generosity and charisma, never ceasing to surprise us. It was there we discovered he also maintains an inherited plantation and produces a small amount of tea each spring. Some of the trees in his plantation are approximately 800 years old.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 50g  |  24.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494865221,"sku":null,"price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 8.5 € (0.57 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494897989,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 150g | 59.9 € (0.4 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494930757,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04608.jpg?v=1780481836"},{"product_id":"2023-da-gushu-jingmai-shou-puerh","title":"Le petit-déjeuner du dimanche","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Sunday_BreakfastWeb_graph_10x_8c9e82a4-ae2f-4a0a-95d2-adeb8f53dd32.png?v=1779315021\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: woody, cranberry, clay\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: raw almonds, oat milk\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium-thick, mineral-chalky and slightly syrupy\u003cbr\u003eTaste: poppy seeds, whole wheat toast, wood, hazelnuts and toasted almonds\u003cbr\u003eFinish: dry then juicy, sweet\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: hazelnuts\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: Kurdish coffee\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: energizing, clear mind\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Cooked Pu-erh Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 景迈大古树熟普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Mixed spring\/autumn 2023\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ancient forests of Nuogang and Baixiang, JingMai Mountain, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City (Simao), Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Large leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1,300-1,550m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium fermentation, the tea remains nutty and woody rather than turning completely dark. The perfect pu-erh to start the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/ 100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e9 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOn the go: Put 5-10g in a one-liter thermos, fill with boiling water (100°C) and drink throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJingMai Mountain, in Yunnan, is home to some of the world's largest ancient tea forests — five of them, covering about 1,180 hectares. These are not monocultures, but true living ecosystems, with about 1,500 species of native seed plants and 253 species of terrestrial vertebrates, within which tea trees have grown for centuries. We visited producers in many villages on the mountain and sourced two who stood out, both in Nuogang, JingMai's best-preserved ethical Dai village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the first producer we found there: a charismatic young man who artfully prepares tea and whose trees range from a hundred to truly ancient ages, so we call it what it is: old and ancient trees (Da\/GuShu). His teas always have an unusual character and never cease to surprise us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 70g  |  20.9 € (0.3 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494963525,"sku":null,"price":20.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 5.5 € (0.37 €\/g)","offer_id":58015494996293,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 45.9 € (0.23 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495029061,"sku":null,"price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04579_6f92e2f6-1d42-4471-8715-474fae89a8f3.jpg?v=1780443190"},{"product_id":"2025-spring-da-gushu-jingmai-sheng-puerh","title":"Tiger Balm","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Tiger_BalmWeb_graph_10x_cb59d5e7-886f-49e4-9a68-efea9e7704ea.png?v=1779315000\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: cardamom, slightly underripe apricots\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: withered apricots, eucalyptus, tiger balm\u003cbr\u003eTexture: thick, mineral-chalky\u003cbr\u003eTaste: tepache, papaya, dried apricots, wood, ginseng, citrus note — perhaps bergamot\u003cbr\u003eFinish: long and mineral with good transformation, juicy, long warming steam down to the stomach\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: ginger candy\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: galangal\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: awake, warm, intense physical feeling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Raw Pu'er Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 春景迈大古树生普洱\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Mid-March to April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ancient forests of Nuogang and Baixiang, JingMai Mountain, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City (Simao), Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Large leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1,300-1,550m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most original Sheng Pu'ers I've encountered. Full of spice, and the finish is out of the ordinary — active, tingling in the throat, freshness and warmth at the same time. It somehow has a slightly aged character that you wouldn't expect from a 2025 tea. I've noticed this on other Shengs from the same producer. Impossible to explain why. Drink it and tell us if you agree.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING GUIDELINES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/ 100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e12 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJingMai Mountain, in Yunnan, is home to some of the largest ancient tea forests in the world — five of them, covering about 1,180 hectares. These are not monocultures, but true living ecosystems, with about 1,500 species of native seed plants and 253 species of terrestrial vertebrates, within which tea trees have grown for centuries. We visited producers in many villages on the mountain and sourced two who stood out, both in Nuogang, the best-preserved Dai ethical village in JingMai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the first producer we found there: a charismatic young man who prepares tea as an art and whose trees are, for the youngest, centenarian, for the oldest, multi-centenarian, so we call him by what he is: old trees and ancient trees (Da\/GuShu). His teas always have an unusual character and never cease to surprise us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 70g  |  24.9 € (0.36 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495061829,"sku":null,"price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 6.5 € (0.43 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495094597,"sku":null,"price":6.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 200g | 59.9 € (0.3 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495127365,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04614-2.jpg?v=1780482008"},{"product_id":"2025-spring-da-gushu-jingmai-white","title":"Sausage fest","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Sausage_PartyWeb_graph_10x_30d71260-3e7b-48c6-a6a2-7119a9f22f4f.png?v=1779315048\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaf aroma: loquat, savory miso, and a light smoky note like a sausage\u003cbr\u003eWet leaf aroma: cultured butter, bamboo shoots\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium-thick, milky, coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: white asparagus, wisteria, fresh wood, raspberry leaf, wild thyme. Sweetens with subsequent infusions\u003cbr\u003eFinish: soft and satisfying development, dry then juicy, refreshing\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: herbal syrup\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: sweet wilted lettuce and herbs\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: light, relaxed, clear-minded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: White Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 景迈白茶\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Ancient forests of Nuogang and Baixiang, JingMai Mountain, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er (Simao) City, Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ya Zhong (Large Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1,300–1,550m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one gradually won me over. Sausage Party initially intrigued me, but I kept coming back to it until we decided to take it. It opens with a savory and funky note, and transforms over infusions into something herbal and sweet. Give it time in the session—it rewards patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e5g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +5sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e12 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeel free to start at a lower temperature and gradually increase to boiling over the course of the infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJingMai Mountain in Yunnan is home to some of the world's largest ancient tea forests — five of them, covering about 1,180 hectares. These are not monocultures, but true living ecosystems, with about 1,500 native seed plant species and 253 species of terrestrial vertebrates, within which tea trees have grown for centuries. We visited producers in many villages on the mountain and sourced two that stood out, both in Nuogang, JingMai's best-preserved Dai ethical village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the first producer we found there: a charismatic young man who crafts tea with artistry and whose trees range from a hundred to truly ancient ages, so we call it for what it is: old and ancient trees (Da\/GuShu). His teas always have an unusual character and never cease to surprise us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 80g  |  19.9 € (0.25 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495160133,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 4.5 € (0.3 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495192901,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 160g | 32.9 € (0.21 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495225669,"sku":null,"price":32.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04602.jpg?v=1780481920"},{"product_id":"2024-spring-jingmai-suancha","title":"Lemon Sorbet","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Lemon_SorbetWeb_graph_10x_8898ab0b-d263-4b4c-8bb6-8d4f377213d8.png?v=1779314926\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmell of dry leaves: fragrant and slightly sour, fermented lemons, lavender\u003cbr\u003eSmell of wet leaves: lemon-vanilla cream, lemon thyme\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium-thick, full-bodied\u003cbr\u003eTaste: tart sorrel, lemon thyme, sauerkraut, slightly soapy (strangely pleasant), rhubarb yogurt, kiwi\u003cbr\u003eFinish: pleasantly fresh, increasingly sweet-juicy and aromatic, exceptional huigan (returning sweetness) — like a lemon sorbet\u003cbr\u003eSmell of empty cup: peach candy\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: sour lemon candy\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: light, calm, refreshed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFORMATION\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Sour Tea - Other Tea (some would say raw pu'er)\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 景迈酸茶\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: Spring 2024\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Nuogang Ancient Forest, JingMai Mountain, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er City (Simao), Yunnan Province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ye Zhong (Large Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1,500-1,650m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most unusual teas I've encountered, and virtually impossible to find outside of a few very specific villages in Yunnan. Despite excellent body and aroma, what keeps me coming back is the finish. The slight tartness transforms into an almost inimitable sweetness that settles and lingers on the palate long after the last sip — this fresh, sweet return (huigan) is simply out of this world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eI personally prefer to drink it fresh, but I've been observing for a while how a 2023 batch from my private collection is aging, and both are excellent. Like any pu'er, this tea will change with time — and I think it's worth exploring. If you're looking for something truly new, give it a try.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e95°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 10sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e10 infusions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJingMai Mountain in Yunnan is home to some of the largest ancient tea forests in the world — five of them, covering about 1,180 hectares. These are not monocultures, but true living ecosystems, where tea trees have grown for centuries. We visited producers in many villages on the mountain and sourced two that stood out, both in Nuogang, JingMai's best-preserved Dai ethical village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the second producer we found there: a discreet young man who is gradually taking over his parents' gardens in the Nuogang forest. His trees range from 50 years old to clearly ancient (GuShu), with trunks about 70 cm in circumference, probably 300 years or more. He harvested old and young trees together in a mixed pick (HunCai).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSour tea (SuanCha) is something we've only encountered in Nuogang so far. Our producer told us he adapted a recipe from the Bulang people of a neighboring village, who traditionally pound sour tea with salt, garlic, and chili and serve it with rice. Yes, like a condiment — a bit like sauerkraut. He seems to have transformed the recipe into something drinkable. The process follows the standard steps of a raw pu'er: withering, rolling... but instead of being sun-dried at the end, the leaves are packed into bamboo tubes or clay jars — with nothing added — and left to ferment anaerobically for a season to a year. They are then taken out and sun-dried.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 50g  |  24.9 € (0.5 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495258437,"sku":null,"price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 15g | 8.5 € (0.57 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495291205,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 150g | 59.9 € (0.4 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495323973,"sku":null,"price":59.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04605_02797854-d684-4b49-ab92-7cbe667ac51e.jpg?v=1780480398"},{"product_id":"2025-jingmai-shaihong","title":"Cacahuètes grillées","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Black_PeanutsWeb_graph_10x_5831f1b6-b41e-4b7e-9eef-5184794bc780.png?v=1779314938\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScent of dry leaves: subtle, woody spices, cinnamon and nutmeg\u003cbr\u003eScent of wet leaves: cinnamon, Brazil nuts\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium, slightly mineral-chalky, coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: goji berries, dark chocolate, eucalyptus, hazelnuts\u003cbr\u003eFinish: drier towards the back of the mouth, juicy at the front, active, medium length\u003cbr\u003eScent of empty cup: fragrant wood\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: coffee candy\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: soothed, warm, focused\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Red (Black) Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal name: 景迈晒红\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: mixed spring\/autumn 2025\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Nuogang forest, JingMai mountain, Lancang Lahu Autonomous County, Pu'er (Simao) city, Yunnan province, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Da Ye Zhong (Large Leaf)\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 1,500-1,650m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Peanuts is pleasant to drink and offers unbeatable value for money for what it is. Comforting, complex, nothing to analyze.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe producer sent me a small bag of peanuts with the samples. When I opened them, the nuts were completely black. It's a local Yunnan variety I had never encountered before. Luckily I liked them, because he sent a large bag with the complete tea order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003ePREPARATION TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGongFu Infusion:\u003cbr\u003e100°C\u003cbr\u003e6g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 15sec, subsequent: +3sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e9 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCold brew: Put 6g in a one-liter bottle with room temperature water, and let steep for a few hours, or overnight in the refrigerator. Enjoy throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJingMai Mountain in Yunnan is home to some of the largest ancient tea forests in the world — five of them, covering about 1,180 hectares. These are not monocultures, but true living ecosystems, where tea trees have grown for centuries. We visited producers in many villages on the mountain and sourced two who stood out, both in Nuogang, JingMai's best-preserved ethical Dai village.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from the second producer we found there: a discreet young man who is gradually taking over his parents' gardens in the Nuogang forest. His trees range from 50 years old, quite young for Yunnan, to clearly ancient (GuShu), with a trunk about 70 cm in circumference, probably 300 years or more. He harvested old and young trees together in a mixed pick (HunCai), and also blended spring and autumn harvests. The tea was then rolled and sun-dried (ShaiHong), which distinguishes it from the more common hot-air-dried Yunnan red style (DianHong).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 30g  |  9.9 € (0.33 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495356741,"sku":null,"price":9.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 10g | 4.5 € (0.45 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495389509,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 25.9 € (0.26 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495422277,"sku":null,"price":25.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC07480-2.jpg?v=1780957802"},{"product_id":"2026-mingqian-qiantang-longjing","title":"Dragon Well 43 - Early Picks","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Dragon_Well_43_-_Early_PicksWeb_graph_10x_c67eeae2-e3e7-411a-88f3-19766dc6cc8c.png?v=1779314857\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaves aroma: candied chestnut, hazelnuts\u003cbr\u003eWet leaves aroma: lilac and hyacinths, white asparagus\u003cbr\u003eTexture: medium thick, oily\u003cbr\u003eTaste: edamame, madeleine, white asparagus, young bamboo, green bell pepper\u003cbr\u003eFinish: long and hazy, slightly thirst-quenching dryness, mild huigan (returning sweetness), slightly cool\u003cbr\u003eEmpty cup aroma: sweet popcorn\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: peanut sprouts and flowers\u003cbr\u003eBody sensation: energizing, invigorating\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Green Tea\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Name: 明前钱塘龙井\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: late March 2026\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: QianTang, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: Longjing #43\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 300-400m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDragon Well (LongJing) is one of the most famous and most counterfeited teas in the world. True tea from the West Lake (XiHu) core area fetches high prices, and most of what circulates under that name is not authentic. Our Dragon Well 43 comes from QianTang, right next to the core area, offering the full experience at a reasonable price: toasted nuts, beans, flowers, an oily texture, and that delicious refreshing sweet return (HuiGan) that makes a good Dragon Well instantly recognizable. A treat on a beautiful sunny day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandpa style:\u003cbr\u003e85°C\u003cbr\u003e3g \/ 250ml glass\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 90sec, subsequent: +20sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e6 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this style, leave about half of the water in the glass with the leaves before adding more for the next infusion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGongFu style:\u003cbr\u003e85°C\u003cbr\u003e3g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 20sec, subsequent: +10sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e7 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCold brew: Put 3-5g in a one-liter bottle with room temperature water, and let it infuse for a few hours, or overnight in the refrigerator. Enjoy throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dragon Well 43 - Early Picks comes from QianTang, more precisely from an area neighboring the West Lake (XiHu) core area on the outskirts of Hangzhou. The varietal is the classic Longjing #43, harvested in late March 2026 before the QingMing festival, making it one of the earliest picks of the season. Dragon Wells picked before QingMing are called Mingqian and are generally considered the best. These early teas tend to have a more concentrated yet delicate flavor. We sourced it through a trusted friend based in China, with direct links to some of the best producers in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA TRICHOMES ALERT\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou might notice white or yellowish fuzz on the dry leaves, sometimes clumped into small fluffy balls. This is not mold. These are tea trichomes (BaiHao), naturally present on early spring buds and leaves. Their presence is a good sign: it generally indicates that you are dealing with a very early harvest with a high proportion of young shoots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 25g  |  19.9 € (0.8 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495455045,"sku":null,"price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 6g | 5.5 € (0.92 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495487813,"sku":null,"price":5.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 70g | 49.9 € (0.71 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495520581,"sku":null,"price":49.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04586.jpg?v=1780443306"},{"product_id":"2026-mingqian-yongchuan-xiuya","title":"Shy Duck - Early Picks","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n.tea-details {\nborder-bottom: 1px solid #ddd;\npadding: 10px 0;\nmargin: 0;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary {\nfont-weight: 600;\ncursor: pointer;\nletter-spacing: 0.05em;\nlist-style: none;\ndisplay: block;\n}\n\n.tea-details summary::-webkit-details-marker {\ndisplay: none;\n}\n\n.tea-details p {\nmargin: 12px 0 0;\nline-height: 1.7;\n}\n\n.tea-graph {\nwidth: 100%;\ndisplay: block;\nmargin-bottom: 24px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/2026_04_24_Shy_Duck_-_Early_PicksWeb_graph_10x_c6377665-2a6c-4f5f-8f0a-03107841176c.png?v=1779314870\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILED TASTING NOTES\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm Leaf Smell: asparagus, orchids, buttered corn\u003cbr\u003eWet Leaf Smell: garden peas, tomato stalk\u003cbr\u003eTexture Feel: creamy thick, rich, coating\u003cbr\u003eTaste: young courgette and asparagus, a bit of chestnuts, soybean sprouts\u003cbr\u003eFinish Feel: smooth, satisfying cooling juiciness, good huigan (returning sweetness)\u003cbr\u003eEmpty Cup Smell: orchids\u003cbr\u003eAftertaste: green melon and alpine flowers\u003cbr\u003eBody Feel: super energised, focused, excited\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eKEY INFO\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCategory: Green Tea\u003cbr\u003eNative Name: 明前永川秀芽\u003cbr\u003eHarvest: 2026 late February - March\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Tianwang mountain, Yongchuan town, Chongqing municipality, China\u003cbr\u003eCultivar: mixed local cultivars\u003cbr\u003eAltitude: 400–500m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\" class=\"tea-details\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eEFIM'S COMMENTS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYongchuan Xiuya (formal name of our Shy Duck) is a hyper-local tea from Chongqing, barely known outside the city, let alone outside China. We think it deserves way more attention than it gets. It won't knock you out with an aggressive aroma the way a Dragon Well would. It does however coat your mouth nicely, slowly builds complex sweet-vegetal flavour and leaves you with this flowery breath. Oh, and the body feel is buzzing, don't blame me if you drink it too late at night.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe producers themselves recommend grandpa-style brewing, and I agree. But don't be afraid to play around with brewing to see what you like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eBREWING TIPS\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrandpa brewing:\u003cbr\u003e80°C\u003cbr\u003e3g \/250ml glass\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 90sec, next: +20sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e5 infusions\u003cbr\u003eIn grandpa style brewing, leave roughly half the water in the glass with the leaves before adding more water for the next infusion.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eGongfu brewing:\u003cbr\u003e80°C\u003cbr\u003e3g \/100ml\u003cbr\u003e1st infusion: 20sec, next: +10sec\/infusion\u003cbr\u003e7 infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eCold brew:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThrow 3-5g into a litre bottle with room temperature water, and let it infuse for a couple of hours, or overnight in the fridge. Enjoy throughout the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eTEA ORIGIN\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eYongchuan Xiuya comes from Yongchuan, a district of Chongqing municipality. The market there is structured differently from most Sichuan teas: a few well-established producers supply most of the output.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eThis harvest was picked in late February and March 2026, before the Qingming festival, making it the first flush of the season. XiuYa picked before QingMing are called mingqian and are generally considered the finest. These early teas tend to have more concentrated yet still delicate flavour. This year's harvest started particularly early, around 16 February, pushed forward by warm temperatures.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWe tasted several producers directly in Yongchuan. Ours stood out first for quality and price, then for everything else: family-run since the late 1990s, no marketing oversell, just a zero bs talk and a good cup.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eTheir plantation and factory sit on Tianwang mountain, not considered the core Xiuya production zone but one of its historic areas, without the tourism and hype that follow fashionable spots. The rows have grass growing between the bushes, scattered trees, other vegetables and plants to the side. Out of season, they let the grass grow freely, apparently up to a metre and a half. They cultivate 20–30 cultivars that blossom at different times, then blend them for consistent timing and flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes Yongchuan Xiuya production unusual is the kill-green (shaqing) method: three distinct techniques on the same batch, hot air for the leaves, and a combination of steam and microwave for the tender buds. Steam is rare in Chinese green tea, far more common in Japan and Korea. Microwave fixation is essentially unique to Yongchuan Xiuya. Combining all three on a single tea may sound extreme, but the results speak for themselves. Some producers are shifting to a simpler high-temperature hot-air method, but ours sticks to the classic three-way approach. Apparently high-temperature hot-air kill-green pushes hard on aroma but underperforms on taste and texture.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThe best raw material is picked as one bud with a single just-opened leaf, shorter than the bud. Everything is hand-picked, and even where machines play a role, much relies on the master's eye, constantly reading and adjusting moisture and temperature. We were lucky to visit during the first days of harvest and watch the picking and processing of the very first leaves of the year. Walking through the factory, trichomes were everywhere, on surfaces, in the air. It was incredibly fragrant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eNOTE ON CULTIVARS\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of what we sourced is the producer's own blend. We also picked up tiny batches of two distinct early-flushing cultivars: 9 Needles and Dark Needles. The difference is subtle, but if you're curious, drop a comment on your order or message us and we'll send them your way if any are left.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"tea-details\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eATTENTION TEA TRICHOMES\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may notice white or yellowish fuzz on the dry leaves, sometimes clumping into small furry balls. This is not mold. These are tea trichomes (baihao), naturally occurring on young buds and early spring leaves. Their presence is a good sign: it usually means you're looking at a very early harvest with a high proportion of young growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","offers":[{"title":"Small pouch - 50g  |  25.5 € (0.51 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495553349,"sku":null,"price":25.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sample - 6g | 3.5 € (0.58 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495586117,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large pouch - 100g | 39.9 € (0.4 €\/g)","offer_id":58015495618885,"sku":null,"price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1001\/7734\/6885\/files\/DSC04571_2612b562-27c9-41e5-a2c8-0c07ae722753.jpg?v=1780443161"}],"url":"https:\/\/teadrunkmonkeys.com\/en\/collections\/tous-les-thes.oembed","provider":"Tea Drunk Monkeys","version":"1.0","type":"link"}