Big Golden Needles from the Li Mingyong family
Li Mingyong Da Jin Zhen, 2025
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Da Jin Zhen (“Big Golden Needles”) is the king among red teas. It is crafted exclusively from large, unopened buds densely covered in golden down.
The aroma of the Li Mingyong family's needles is remarkably multifaceted and rich. You'll find shortbread, cherry liqueur chocolates, caramelized apple, baked sweet potato... I'll stop here so as not to overcomplicate things, but believe me—exploring this tea is incredibly fascinating. All these aromas are well-balanced and woven into a dense flavor profile that is a true joy to explore!
The taste is dominated by sweet potato, floral notes, and dried fruits, followed by a pleasant tartness in the aftertaste and a powerful shengjin.
Intoxicating and relaxing!
- Kind
- Red tea
- Year
- 2025
- Producer
- Li Mingyong Family
- Origin
- China / Yunnan
- Locality
- Lincang City
- Tea type
- Farmer-made
Description
Da Jin Zhen (“Big Golden Needles”) is the king among red teas. It is crafted exclusively from large, unopened buds densely covered in golden down.
The aroma of the Li Mingyong family's needles is remarkably multifaceted and rich. You'll find shortbread, cherry liqueur chocolates, caramelized apple, baked sweet potato... I'll stop here so as not to overcomplicate things, but believe me—exploring this tea is incredibly fascinating. All these aromas are well-balanced and woven into a dense flavor profile that is a true joy to explore!
The taste is dominated by sweet potato, floral notes, and dried fruits, followed by a pleasant tartness in the aftertaste and a powerful shengjin.
Intoxicating and relaxing!