Huangguanyin facts for kids

Huang Guanyin

Type:	Oolong
Other names:	Yellow Guanyin
Origin:	Mount Wuyi, Fujian, China
Quick description:	A new cultivar of Mount Wuyi Oolong which can be either tightly rolled or in strips

Huangguanyin is grown in Fujian province, China

Huang Guanyin tea is a special kind of Wuyi oolong tea. It comes from the beautiful Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China. People often describe its taste as creamy and smooth. This tea can be shaped in two main ways: either tightly rolled into small balls, similar to some other oolong teas, or left in long, twisted strips, which is common for Wuyi oolongs. Its name, Huang Guanyin, means "Yellow Guanyin" in Chinese.

What is Oolong Tea?

Oolong tea is a unique type of tea that sits between green tea and black tea. Green tea is not oxidized at all, while black tea is fully oxidized. Oolong tea is only partly oxidized. This special process gives oolong teas a wide range of flavors and aromas. Some oolongs can be light and floral, while others are rich and roasted.

How is Oolong Tea Made?

Making oolong tea is a careful process that takes several steps:

• Harvesting: Tea leaves are picked from the tea plants.
• Withering: The fresh leaves are spread out to dry a little, which makes them soft and flexible.
• Shaking/Bruising: The leaves are gently shaken or bruised. This breaks down the edges of the leaves and starts the oxidation process.
• Oxidation: The leaves are left to oxidize for a certain amount of time. This is where the tea develops its color and flavor. For oolong, this step is stopped partway through.
• Fixing: Heat is used to stop the oxidation process. This can be done by pan-firing or steaming the leaves.
• Rolling/Shaping: The leaves are then rolled or shaped. Huang Guanyin can be rolled tightly or left in strips.
• Drying: Finally, the tea is dried to remove any remaining moisture, making it ready to be enjoyed.

Where Does Huang Guanyin Tea Come From?

Huang Guanyin tea comes from the Wuyi Mountains in the Fujian province of China. This area is famous for its "rock teas" or "yancha," which are a type of oolong tea. The unique soil and climate of the Wuyi Mountains give these teas their special taste. Huang Guanyin is a newer type of tea plant, or "cultivar," developed in this region.

What Does Huang Guanyin Tea Taste Like?

Huang Guanyin tea is known for its creamy taste. It often has sweet, floral, or fruity notes. Because it's an oolong, its flavor can be complex and change slightly with each brewing. Many people enjoy its smooth and comforting taste.