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Black sundried tea leaves are arranged in a circle on a white background

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Yunnan Sun Dried Black

Loose leaf sample

2.0 oz Loose

1/2 LB Loose

Quantity

Details

This special Yunnan Sun Dried Black Tea is also known as Shai Hong, which means "black tea dried in the sun." Unlike other black teas, it is exclusively sun-dried and is handcrafted from leaves harvested from the large leaf Assamica tea plant varietal in the Yunnan mountains. The tea's traditional sun-drying process results in a distinctively sweet and comforting taste that feels like a warm embrace from the sun.

Flavor

Sweet, malty, rich, delicate, and complex

About our Sachets

Our tea sachets are made using NeoSoilon®, a non-GMO material derived from sugarcane. They are not made from petroleum-based plastics.

Shipping and Returns

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Processing Time: Orders are shipped from our warehouse within 1-4 business days, Monday–Friday, after payment and delivery address verification.

Returns Policy:

Tea Products: Tea cannot be returned as it is a food product. We recommend trying smaller sample sizes to ensure satisfaction before committing to larger bulk sizes.
Steepware Returns: For unopened/unused Steepware, we offer store credit (minus the cost of return shipping) within 30 days of your delivery date.
Incorrect or Damaged Items: If you received an incorrect or damaged item, please contact us via call or email within 30 days of your delivery date, and we will rectify the problem immediately!

Steeping Guide

1 tsp

212°

3-5 min

per 8 oz. water

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Where your tea comes from

Know exactly what is in your cup: where this tea grew, who grew it, and what gives it the taste you are about to enjoy.

OriginAilao Mountains, Yunnan Province, China

Estate / MakerSingle-estate (not named)

ElevationHigh-altitude (no specific elevation stated)

HarvestSpring tea season

How it is madeSun-dried black tea (Shai Hong); wild-foraged from rocky tea trees

Typeblack

Tasting Notes:

Indulge in the unique flavor and aroma of Yunnan Sun Dried Black Tea, a rare and exquisite blend made from fresh leaves wild-foraged from sun-drenched, rocky tea trees grown in the remote Ailao mountains of Yunnan Province. This finest sun-dried black tea, also known as Shai Hong, is harvested during the spring tea season when there is enough strong sunlight to power the traditional sun-drying process. The resulting tea is rich and complex, with naturally sweet and malty notes that will leave your taste buds craving for more. This tea is truly unique and exquisite, creating a taste you won't find anywhere else. Enjoy the taste of Yunnan Sun Dried Black Tea any time of the day, and experience the unique flavors and aromas that can only come from the high-altitude, sun-drenched mountainsides of the Ailao mountains.

Features:

Single-estate premium loose leaf Yunnan black tea
Origin: Yunnan Province, China
Sample ~ 5 servings
2 oz ~ 28 servings
1/2 LB ~ 113 servings
Lifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto
Caffeine: High

Ingredients: black tea

Alternatively, check out our English Breakfast, Shagadelic!

The reviews speak for themselves.

4.72

Based on 43 verified reviews

So smooth

Smooth is what I love about this. Sometimes first thing in the morning I want a black tea I would describe as "bracing." Something a little astringent. But other times I love this black tea that tastes so smooth and elegant. I bought the large bag and am enjoying it any time I want.

Extraordinary

I got this as an on-sale alternative for my husband, who recently has switched mostly from morning coffee to your organic Assam, which we both enjoy.
What a beauty this is —more floral, still malty, elegant and rounded. No astringency to speak of. It’s the best single source tea I have tried. I had written off Chinese teas before because of what I considered to be pervasive forest floory notes. I am so glad I read your description and tried this one.
If you haven’t, please try this tea.

Yunnan Sun Dried Black Tea sachets

I love the Yunnan Sun Dried Black Tea. I decided to try the sachets this time and ordered the 50 count. Would not recommend the sachets. The loose tea steeping instructions are to use 1 tsp in 8 oz water, but the sachets have much less than 1 tsp. I have to use 2 sachets per cup to get the full flavor. I still love the tea, but would not order the sachets again.

Hey Sheilah! Thank you for taking the time to review our Yunnan Sun Dried Black tea! We're sorry the sachets were less satisfying than the loose-leaf tea for you. One of our Customer Service team members will be reaching out to see if we can help!

Great Afternoon Tea👌

Wasn’t sure what to expect from this tea so I only bought a sample. Here I am returning to buy in bulk. This makes a nice full-flavor and slightly tart cup. Perfect with a bit of honey. This is the perfect afternoon tea for me.

Perfect Day surprise !!

This was the most entertaining tea I have had lately it is very complex , hard to describe but it’s bold but very smooth , slight malt but sweet ,nice higher caffeine level and a underlying sweet spice it is a real sleeper doesn’t get a lot of press but this tea is very relaxing makes me take the time to enjoy it , slightly above my pay grade tea wise but well worth it !!

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Yunnan Sun Dried Black

Where your tea comes from

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