Huang Guan Yin Tea
Yellow Golden Turtle
Huang Guan Yin is a modern Anxi cultivar (a cross of Tie Guan Yin and Huang Jin Gui) that combines Tie Guan Yin's signature floral-creamy character with a brighter, fruitier edge.
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What does Huang Guan Yin taste like?
Huang Guan Yin is a modern Anxi cultivar (a cross of Tie Guan Yin and Huang Jin Gui) that combines Tie Guan Yin's signature floral-creamy character with a brighter, fruitier edge. The rolled green balls brew a golden cup with orchid florals, ripe stone fruit, and a silky, honeyed finish. It is often more aromatic and a touch sweeter than classic Tie Guan Yin, at a generally lower price.
Bar length reflects the relative prominence of each flavor note (dominant first), not a laboratory measurement.
Origin
Fujian (Anxi), China
Huang Guan Yin was bred at Fujian's tea research institute and is now widely planted around Anxi.
The birthplace of tea, producing every major tea style from green to dark.
Brewing Guide
How to Brew Huang Guan Yin
Brewing parameters are a starting point and can be adjusted to taste.
Caffeine
Caffeine in Huang Guan Yin
Typical brewed serving
Huang Guan Yin is a medium-caffeine oolong tea. A typical brewed serving contains about 30–50 mg of caffeine.
Values can vary depending on quantity, brewing time, serving size, and preparation method.
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FAQ
Huang Guan Yin Tea FAQ
Quick answers about Huang Guan Yin tea, drawn from its flavor, origin, caffeine, and brewing profile.
What is Huang Guan Yin tea?
Huang Guan Yin is a modern Anxi cultivar (a cross of Tie Guan Yin and Huang Jin Gui) that combines Tie Guan Yin's signature floral-creamy character with a brighter, fruitier edge. It is also known as Yellow Golden Turtle.
Does Huang Guan Yin tea have caffeine?
Yes. Huang Guan Yin is a medium-caffeine tea, typically 30–50 mg per brewed serving.
What does Huang Guan Yin tea taste like?
Huang Guan Yin is known for a profile led by Floral, Fruity, and Creamy, with a medium body.
How do you brew Huang Guan Yin tea?
Use about 3 g of tea per 250 ml of water at 90–95°C, steeping for 1–2 minutes. It can be re-steeped 3–6 times.
Is Huang Guan Yin tea bitter?
Bitterness is not a defining note of Huang Guan Yin; its profile centers on Floral, Fruity, and Creamy.