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Rare Golden Dragon Yellow Tea - Luxurious & Timeless

3/1/2015

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This morning I got a chance to brew a batch of Golden Dragon Yellow Tea I recently bought from Teavana.  

It's supposed to be one of the rarest teas in the world and it is their Limited Edition Yellow Tea.  At $29.98 for 2 oz., it's one of Teavana's most expensive teas.  Naturally, this peaked my interest.  I wanted to know what one of their most expensive teas tasted like.  

Upon opening the bag, I noticed a faint, fragrantly grassy smell.  The tea leaves had yellowish undertones, that looked almost golden.  The look and scent were very unique (in a beautiful way).  

I brewed the tea at the recommended 175F degrees for 2-3 minutes and noticed immediately the water beginning to turn a yellow amber color.  Before letting it come to a full brew, I poured myself a small cup. I always like to do this to test the flavors as they develop, as tea always seems to have an evolving taste. 
PictureGolden Dragon Yellow Tea, Teavana 2oz. $29.98
The First Brew:  
After the full brewing time, my initial thoughts were the tea was very smooth, almost buttery like with what I can only describe as a slightly sweet honeyed aftertaste that quickly dissipated.  There were hints of earthy grassiness and the first sip was fully satisfying with a mellow body.  

To sum it up in two words, it would be Luxurious & Timeless.

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The Second Brew:  Even after adding more water for a second brew, with a longer brewing time, there was absolutely no hint of bitterness, only subtle creaminess.  

Food Pairings:
This tea pairs well with my Taiwanese Pineapple Cake shortbread. Both have a buttery creaminess that make this the perfectly mellow mid-afternoon tea & treat pairing.  (Get my printable Taiwanese Pineapple Cake Recipe here.)
I Really Enjoyed It:  I highly recommend trying this tea if you haven't tried Yellow Teas before.  It's got such a luxurious and timeless taste most traditional tea lovers would enjoy.  (It would also make an impressive gift for any tea connoisseur.)  If you are unsure it's worth the price, here's a tip for Starbucks Reward Members.  If you have a Free Drink Reward available, you can redeem your free drink for any 1 oz. loose leaf tea at Teavana.  :D  If you do end up trying this Golden Dragon Yellow Tea, post a comment and let me know what you think.  
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8 Comments
Angel Wong
3/1/2015 01:21:12 pm

Have you tried Golden Dragon Yellow Tea from Teavana?

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LucyL link
4/29/2015 07:22:59 am

I love the sound of this tea, but don't think we have this brand in UK. I can only imagine the taste through your brilliant description :)

www.lucylovestoeat.com

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Angel Wong
4/30/2015 02:26:33 am

Lol, thanks! Too bad you don't have a Teavana store nearby. They are fun to browse and sample teas :)

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Ken Paulson
7/15/2015 11:50:26 pm

Buttery and yet not heavy. Honey undertones with a clean finish. Brewed at 175 degrees for 3 minutes is what I have been doing. Whenever I have a reward on my Starbucks card this is my first choice of loose leaf tea to get.
That first cup of tea in the morning of Yellow Dragon tea helps to set a nice relaxed mood for the rest of the day. Enjoy the moment and enjoy this tea.

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Carmina
11/18/2018 04:46:24 am

His taste is a soft sensation, almost sweet and quite delicate. The qeustion I have, is this white or black tea?, I was sure it was white, but now I am not sure. I miss his taste, was a wonderful birthday gift.

Is one of the most enjoyable teas, unfortunately Teavana has migrated to be part o Starbucks and is not sold, just limited online.

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Morning Wood link
7/12/2020 03:56:31 am

I always stop for a moment and take a deep breath when I drink green tea! My first experience of drinking green tea was at an Ikebana expo and was memorable!

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Napo News Online Reviews link
11/6/2021 01:11:09 am

Discover our most divine tea blend. Our Rare Golden Dragon Yellow Tea is made with carefully selected high-quality leaves and offers a subtle floral, sweet taste - perfect for moments of peace and tranquility.

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Marle Maria link
10/23/2022 04:27:31 am

very informative content. Thank you!

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