2016 Golden Flower Liu Bao Tea
Size
Tea Profile
| Tea Type | Hei Cha (Dark Tea 黑茶) |
|---|---|
| Style | Golden Flower Liu Bao 金花六堡茶 |
| Origin | Wuzhou, Guangxi, China |
| Leaf Material | Grade 1 Liu Bao maocha |
| Ageing Start | 18 February 2016 |
| Packaging Date | 9 June 2023 |
| Processing | Post-fermented |
| Golden Flowers | Naturally developed Eurotium cristatum |
| Form | Loose compressed material; sold by weight |
Origin and Character
Golden Flower Liu Bao is distinguished by the small golden colonies that develop under controlled conditions during post-fermentation and ageing. Their presence is traditionally associated with a mellow, integrated profile.
This tea has had years to settle into a smooth expression of Wuzhou Liu Bao. Aged wood and dried hay lead into sweet grain, soft earth, gentle herbs and quiet mineral depth.
Aroma and Flavour
| Aroma | Aged wood, dried hay and gentle herbs |
|---|---|
| Liquor | Deep amber to reddish-brown |
| Flavour | Seasoned wood, sweet grain, soft earth and minerals |
| Mouthfeel | Silky, mellow and comforting |
| Finish | Long, clean and softly sweet |
✦ The Astraluna Perspective ✦
This Liu Bao is defined by integration. The Golden Flowers, post-fermentation and years of rest have brought wood, grain, earth and mineral sweetness into a single calm expression. We chose it because no one note needs to dominate. The pleasure comes from the way everything sits together, making it a dependable tea for grounding the day and returning attention to the simple rhythm of pouring, sharing and beginning again.
Brewing Notes
| Method | Leaf | Water | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gongfu | 6–8 g per 100–120 ml | 100°C | Quick rinse; 10 sec, then extend |
| Western | 4–5 g per 250–300 ml | 100°C | 3–4 min |
For a complete method, read How to Brew Hei Cha.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated and odour-free place. Stable conditions will support continued maturation; avoid excess humidity and direct sunlight.
Allergen Notice
Teas containing golden flowers (Eurotium cristatum) are crafted using traditional production methods that may involve wheat-based substrates. While the finished tea is not intended to contain wheat, we cannot guarantee the absence of gluten traces. If you have coeliac disease, a wheat allergy, or severe gluten sensitivity, we recommend consulting your healthcare professional before enjoying these teas.