Anhui yellow tea revived in the 20th century, Tang records mention yellow teas from Huoshan as imperial offerings.
How to brew Huoshan Huangya gongfu style
Use a small gaiwan or clay teapot with a high leaf-to-water ratio and multiple short infusions — the gongfu cha way to get the most from Huoshan Huangya.
Water temperature85°C
Leaf ratio5 g / 100 ml
Infusions20s → 30s → 40s → +10s
Best time to drinkMorning / Afternoon
TypeChinese Yellow tea
More Yellow teas
- Junshan Yinzhen — Morning / Afternoon
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