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Delicately floral, naturally sweet and beautifully smooth. Our Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer Tea brings together the freshness of spring-picked tea, the gentle sweetness of sun-dried leaves and the convenience of a compact 6g tea biscuit.
Made from tea described as coming from mature, old-growth trees in Yunnan Province, China, this distinctive green-style Puer is carefully processed to preserve its bright, delicate character. The leaves are lightly oxidised, sun-dried and stone-pressed into small round biscuits that are easy to portion, carry and brew.
In the cup, expect a clear golden infusion with soft orchid fragrance, honeyed sweetness and delicate notes of white peach, sugarcane and green pear. Subtle hints of fresh bamboo, apricot and sun-dried hay add interest, while a silky mouthfeel keeps the tea beautifully balanced.
Unlike the dark, earthy character of ripe Shu Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers a lighter and more floral experience. It has some of the structure associated with young raw Puer, but with an especially gentle, sweet character.
Each 6g biscuit is ideal for a Gongfu tea session or a generous teapot, making this an appealing choice for tea drinkers who enjoy delicate Chinese teas but want something a little different from conventional loose-leaf green tea.
Origin: Yunnan Province, China
Tea Style: Lightly Processed Green-Style Puer
Tea Material: Described as Old-Tree (Gushu) Leaves
Harvest: Early Spring
Processing: Light Oxidation, Sun-Drying and Stone Pressing
Format: 6g Compressed Tea Biscuit
Aroma: Orchid, Honey, Hay and Apricot
Flavour: White Peach, Sugarcane, Green Pear and Gentle Floral Sweetness
Liquor: Clear Golden Yellow
Mouthfeel: Silky, Bright and Rounded
Caffeine: Naturally Contains Caffeine
Available Options: 10, 20 or 30
This tea is a distinctive meeting of gentle spring character, old-tree sourcing and traditional compressed tea craftsmanship.
Its appeal begins with the flavour. Rather than the strong vegetal bite sometimes associated with green tea or the deeper earthy character of ripe Puer, this selection offers a soft balance of flowers, fruit and natural sweetness.
Early-spring harvesting: The leaves are described as being picked early in the growing season, when tender shoots and buds are selected for their delicate aromatic character.
Old-tree material: The product is made from tea described as coming from mature, deep-rooted trees in Yunnan.
Gentle processing: Light oxidation and sun-drying help create the tea's golden-green character and fragrant, honeyed flavour.
Stone-pressed 6g biscuits: The small round format makes it simple to prepare a complete Gongfu session without weighing out loose leaves.
Soft, sweet finish: The tea is notable for its clean, lingering sweetness and subtle cooling sensation after drinking.
For anyone who enjoys the floral elegance of white tea or the brightness of young Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers an inviting and unusually approachable alternative.
Yunnan Province in south-west China is famous for its long history of tea cultivation. The region is home to a wide variety of tea-growing environments, from cultivated gardens to mountain areas where mature tea trees have been growing for generations.
Yunnan is particularly associated with Puer tea, traditionally made from large-leaf tea material and processed into loose tea or compressed cakes, bricks and other shapes.
Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as using leaves from old-growth trees, often referred to in specialist tea culture as gushu. The term is associated with mature tea trees and is valued by many Puer enthusiasts as an indication of sourcing style.
The resulting tea is notably gentle, with an aromatic profile that brings together orchid blossom, clover honey, white fruit and fresh green notes.
Golden Green Puer is a descriptive name for this particular tea's colour, flavour and lightly processed style. It is not a separate ingredient or a universally recognised category alongside Sheng and Shu Puer.
Traditional Puer is commonly discussed in two main styles.
Sheng Puer, also called raw Puer, is generally made from sun-dried tea material and may be enjoyed young or stored as its character changes over time. Young Sheng often has a brighter, more lively flavour profile.
Shu Puer, or ripe Puer, undergoes a controlled post-fermentation process that creates a darker, mellower and more earthy character.
Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as lightly oxidised, sun-dried and non-fermented. Its flavour is much closer to the lighter, floral side of Chinese tea than to dark ripe Puer.
It offers some of the structure and lingering sweetness associated with young Sheng, alongside a particularly soft, honeyed profile.
If you enjoy delicate teas but find some young raw Puer too sharp, this selection is well worth exploring.
The production of this tea is designed to preserve its naturally sweet and aromatic character.
The leaves are described as being picked in early spring from mature tea trees in Yunnan. They are then lightly oxidised and carefully sun-dried, allowing the tea to develop a delicate golden-green appearance and a soft floral-honey flavour.
Sun-drying is an important part of many traditional Yunnan tea-making practices. Rather than creating a heavily roasted or dark fermented profile, this style allows the leaves' lighter, greener qualities to remain noticeable.
After drying, the tea is pressed into small, round 6g biscuits using stone pressing. The compact shape makes the tea easy to portion while retaining the traditional appeal of compressed Chinese tea.
When hot water is added, the biscuit gradually opens and releases its aroma. The first infusions are delicate and floral, while later rounds can reveal more of the tea's honeyed sweetness and gentle fruit notes.
It is a particularly enjoyable tea for anyone who likes to watch compressed leaves unfurl and discover subtle changes in flavour over several brews.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Aroma | Orchid blossom, clover honey, sun-dried hay and a hint of fresh apricot |
| Flavour | White peach, sugarcane, green pear and delicate floral sweetness |
| Fresh Notes | White grape, fresh bamboo and soft green herbal character |
| Liquor Colour | Clear, luminous golden yellow |
| Mouthfeel | Silky, juicy, gentle and rounded |
| Bitterness | Low when brewed to taste |
| Finish | Clean, lingering sweetness with subtle mineral coolness |
The first impression is beautifully fragrant. Orchid-like florals and a soft honey aroma rise from the cup, followed by delicate fruit notes that recall white peach and green pear.
On the palate, the tea feels silky and lightly juicy, with a sweetness reminiscent of sugarcane. Fresh bamboo and subtle herbal notes keep the flavour lively without making it heavy.
The finish is especially pleasant. After swallowing, a gentle sweetness lingers, accompanied by a faint cooling sensation.
In Chinese tea tasting, a returning sweetness is often described as huigan. It is a sensory description rather than a formal quality grade, and it is one of the enjoyable characteristics of this tea.
Each 6g biscuit is designed for easy preparation. You can brew the whole biscuit in a small Gongfu vessel or use it in a larger Western-style teapot.
Because the leaves are compressed, they will open gradually as they absorb water. The flavour may be lighter at first and develop more fully across subsequent infusions.
The tea can offer approximately 6–8 infusions when brewed Gongfu style, depending on your preferred strength and the time used for each infusion.
For a conventional teapot, use one whole 6g biscuit in approximately 400–500ml of water at 90–95°C. Steep for 2–3 minutes, then strain the leaves completely.
The leaves can be infused another 2–3 times, adjusting the steeping time as the flavour becomes lighter.
| Brewing Method | Tea and Water | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Gongfu – Optional Rinse | 6g / 100–120ml / 90–95°C | Quick rinse, then discard |
| Gongfu – First Infusion | 6g / 100–120ml / 90–95°C | 10–15 seconds |
| Gongfu – Later Infusions | Same leaves, fresh hot water | Increase gradually to taste |
| Western-Style | 6g / 400–500ml / 90–95°C | 2–3 minutes |
| Western-Style Reinfusions | Same leaves, fresh hot water | Steep slightly longer as needed |
Brewing tip: If you prefer a particularly light, sweet infusion, begin with a shorter steep. If the tea tastes too strong or astringent, reduce the brewing time or use a little more water.
For a smaller cup, you can gently separate part of a biscuit and brew the leaves in a smaller vessel. Avoid crushing the tea into fine fragments, as this can make the infusion stronger and less balanced.
Sweet Golden Green Puer is particularly interesting because its flavour sits on the lighter, sweeter side of the Puer spectrum.
| Feature | Sweet Golden Green Puer | Young Sheng Puer | Shu Puer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Character | Soft, floral and honeyed | Often bright, lively and sometimes brisk | Deep, mellow and earthy |
| Processing | Described as lightly oxidised and sun-dried | Traditionally processed raw Puer | Controlled post-fermentation |
| Typical Liquor | Clear golden yellow | Pale gold to amber | Reddish-brown to dark brown |
| Flavour Emphasis | Orchid, honey, peach and sugarcane | Green, floral, fruity or mineral notes | Wood, earth, cocoa and mellow sweetness |
| Best For | Tea drinkers seeking gentle sweetness | Exploring the lively character of raw Puer | Enjoying rich, smooth fermented tea |
If you enjoy the delicate character of this tea and want to explore a more clearly identified raw Puer, try our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer – 7g Slice.
For another old-tree compressed selection, discover our Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer – 8g Biscuit.
If you prefer the darker, earthy flavour of fermented tea, our 2017 Aged Shu Puer Tea Brick offers a very different experience.
Yunnan tea leaves (Camellia sinensis).
Keep your Sweet Golden Green Puer biscuits in a clean, dry, odour-free environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
For everyday drinking, retain the original wrapping and protect the biscuits from strong surrounding aromas. Avoid storing them near spices, coffee or scented household products.
Like other compressed teas, the flavour may change during storage, but further ageing does not guarantee improvement. The tea is ready to enjoy now, especially if you appreciate its fresh floral and honeyed character.
Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer is a beautiful choice for anyone who enjoys fragrant, gently sweet Chinese tea.
Its spring-picked character, orchid aroma, soft fruit notes and convenient 6g biscuit format make it both approachable and rewarding. Whether you brew it in a small gaiwan or a larger teapot, it offers a clear golden infusion with a smooth, lingering finish.
Explore our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer and Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer to discover more compressed raw-style teas.
For a wider introduction to Chinese compressed tea, browse our Compressed Tea Collection, Puer Tea Collection or Tea Cake Selection, which includes this Sweet Golden Green Puer among its featured teas.
Discover the History Behind Your Tea
For centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes.
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| Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer Tea – 6g BiscuitDelicately floral, naturally sweet and beautifully smooth. Our Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer Tea brings together the freshness of spring-picked tea, the gentle sweetness of sun-dried leaves and the convenience of a compact 6g tea biscuit. Made from tea described as coming from mature, old-growth trees in Yunnan Province, China, this distinctive green-style Puer is carefully processed to preserve its bright, delicate character. The leaves are lightly oxidised, sun-dried and stone-pressed into small round biscuits that are easy to portion, carry and brew. In the cup, expect a clear golden infusion with soft orchid fragrance, honeyed sweetness and delicate notes of white peach, sugarcane and green pear. Subtle hints of fresh bamboo, apricot and sun-dried hay add interest, while a silky mouthfeel keeps the tea beautifully balanced. Unlike the dark, earthy character of ripe Shu Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers a lighter and more floral experience. It has some of the structure associated with young raw Puer, but with an especially gentle, sweet character. Each 6g biscuit is ideal for a Gongfu tea session or a generous teapot, making this an appealing choice for tea drinkers who enjoy delicate Chinese teas but want something a little different from conventional loose-leaf green tea.
Origin: Yunnan Province, China What Makes Sweet Golden Green Puer Special?This tea is a distinctive meeting of gentle spring character, old-tree sourcing and traditional compressed tea craftsmanship. Its appeal begins with the flavour. Rather than the strong vegetal bite sometimes associated with green tea or the deeper earthy character of ripe Puer, this selection offers a soft balance of flowers, fruit and natural sweetness. Early-spring harvesting: The leaves are described as being picked early in the growing season, when tender shoots and buds are selected for their delicate aromatic character. Old-tree material: The product is made from tea described as coming from mature, deep-rooted trees in Yunnan. Gentle processing: Light oxidation and sun-drying help create the tea's golden-green character and fragrant, honeyed flavour. Stone-pressed 6g biscuits: The small round format makes it simple to prepare a complete Gongfu session without weighing out loose leaves. Soft, sweet finish: The tea is notable for its clean, lingering sweetness and subtle cooling sensation after drinking. For anyone who enjoys the floral elegance of white tea or the brightness of young Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers an inviting and unusually approachable alternative. From the Tea-Growing Mountains of YunnanYunnan Province in south-west China is famous for its long history of tea cultivation. The region is home to a wide variety of tea-growing environments, from cultivated gardens to mountain areas where mature tea trees have been growing for generations. Yunnan is particularly associated with Puer tea, traditionally made from large-leaf tea material and processed into loose tea or compressed cakes, bricks and other shapes. Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as using leaves from old-growth trees, often referred to in specialist tea culture as gushu. The term is associated with mature tea trees and is valued by many Puer enthusiasts as an indication of sourcing style. The resulting tea is notably gentle, with an aromatic profile that brings together orchid blossom, clover honey, white fruit and fresh green notes. What Is Golden Green Puer Tea?Golden Green Puer is a descriptive name for this particular tea's colour, flavour and lightly processed style. It is not a separate ingredient or a universally recognised category alongside Sheng and Shu Puer. Traditional Puer is commonly discussed in two main styles. Sheng Puer, also called raw Puer, is generally made from sun-dried tea material and may be enjoyed young or stored as its character changes over time. Young Sheng often has a brighter, more lively flavour profile. Shu Puer, or ripe Puer, undergoes a controlled post-fermentation process that creates a darker, mellower and more earthy character. Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as lightly oxidised, sun-dried and non-fermented. Its flavour is much closer to the lighter, floral side of Chinese tea than to dark ripe Puer. It offers some of the structure and lingering sweetness associated with young Sheng, alongside a particularly soft, honeyed profile. If you enjoy delicate teas but find some young raw Puer too sharp, this selection is well worth exploring. Early-Spring Harvest and Gentle Sun-DryingThe production of this tea is designed to preserve its naturally sweet and aromatic character. The leaves are described as being picked in early spring from mature tea trees in Yunnan. They are then lightly oxidised and carefully sun-dried, allowing the tea to develop a delicate golden-green appearance and a soft floral-honey flavour. Sun-drying is an important part of many traditional Yunnan tea-making practices. Rather than creating a heavily roasted or dark fermented profile, this style allows the leaves' lighter, greener qualities to remain noticeable. After drying, the tea is pressed into small, round 6g biscuits using stone pressing. The compact shape makes the tea easy to portion while retaining the traditional appeal of compressed Chinese tea. When hot water is added, the biscuit gradually opens and releases its aroma. The first infusions are delicate and floral, while later rounds can reveal more of the tea's honeyed sweetness and gentle fruit notes. It is a particularly enjoyable tea for anyone who likes to watch compressed leaves unfurl and discover subtle changes in flavour over several brews. Tasting Notes – Orchid, Honey and White Peach
The first impression is beautifully fragrant. Orchid-like florals and a soft honey aroma rise from the cup, followed by delicate fruit notes that recall white peach and green pear. On the palate, the tea feels silky and lightly juicy, with a sweetness reminiscent of sugarcane. Fresh bamboo and subtle herbal notes keep the flavour lively without making it heavy. The finish is especially pleasant. After swallowing, a gentle sweetness lingers, accompanied by a faint cooling sensation. In Chinese tea tasting, a returning sweetness is often described as huigan. It is a sensory description rather than a formal quality grade, and it is one of the enjoyable characteristics of this tea. How to Brew Sweet Golden Green Puer TeaEach 6g biscuit is designed for easy preparation. You can brew the whole biscuit in a small Gongfu vessel or use it in a larger Western-style teapot. Because the leaves are compressed, they will open gradually as they absorb water. The flavour may be lighter at first and develop more fully across subsequent infusions. Gongfu Brewing
The tea can offer approximately 6–8 infusions when brewed Gongfu style, depending on your preferred strength and the time used for each infusion. Western-Style BrewingFor a conventional teapot, use one whole 6g biscuit in approximately 400–500ml of water at 90–95°C. Steep for 2–3 minutes, then strain the leaves completely. The leaves can be infused another 2–3 times, adjusting the steeping time as the flavour becomes lighter.
Brewing tip: If you prefer a particularly light, sweet infusion, begin with a shorter steep. If the tea tastes too strong or astringent, reduce the brewing time or use a little more water. For a smaller cup, you can gently separate part of a biscuit and brew the leaves in a smaller vessel. Avoid crushing the tea into fine fragments, as this can make the infusion stronger and less balanced. Sweet Golden Green Puer vs Traditional Sheng and Shu PuerSweet Golden Green Puer is particularly interesting because its flavour sits on the lighter, sweeter side of the Puer spectrum.
If you enjoy the delicate character of this tea and want to explore a more clearly identified raw Puer, try our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer – 7g Slice. For another old-tree compressed selection, discover our Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer – 8g Biscuit. If you prefer the darker, earthy flavour of fermented tea, our 2017 Aged Shu Puer Tea Brick offers a very different experience. Why Choose Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer?
IngredientsYunnan tea leaves (Camellia sinensis). Storage RecommendationsKeep your Sweet Golden Green Puer biscuits in a clean, dry, odour-free environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture. For everyday drinking, retain the original wrapping and protect the biscuits from strong surrounding aromas. Avoid storing them near spices, coffee or scented household products. Like other compressed teas, the flavour may change during storage, but further ageing does not guarantee improvement. The tea is ready to enjoy now, especially if you appreciate its fresh floral and honeyed character. Discover a Sweeter Side of Yunnan TeaYunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer is a beautiful choice for anyone who enjoys fragrant, gently sweet Chinese tea. Its spring-picked character, orchid aroma, soft fruit notes and convenient 6g biscuit format make it both approachable and rewarding. Whether you brew it in a small gaiwan or a larger teapot, it offers a clear golden infusion with a smooth, lingering finish. Explore our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer and Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer to discover more compressed raw-style teas. For a wider introduction to Chinese compressed tea, browse our Compressed Tea Collection, Puer Tea Collection or Tea Cake Selection, which includes this Sweet Golden Green Puer among its featured teas. Discover the History Behind Your Tea History of Compressed Tea: Ancient Tea Bricks & CakesFor centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes. Read the Full Story → | Regular price
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Delicately floral, naturally sweet and beautifully smooth. Our Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer Tea brings together the freshness of spring-picked tea, the gentle sweetness of sun-dried leaves and the convenience of a compact 6g tea biscuit.
Made from tea described as coming from mature, old-growth trees in Yunnan Province, China, this distinctive green-style Puer is carefully processed to preserve its bright, delicate character. The leaves are lightly oxidised, sun-dried and stone-pressed into small round biscuits that are easy to portion, carry and brew.
In the cup, expect a clear golden infusion with soft orchid fragrance, honeyed sweetness and delicate notes of white peach, sugarcane and green pear. Subtle hints of fresh bamboo, apricot and sun-dried hay add interest, while a silky mouthfeel keeps the tea beautifully balanced.
Unlike the dark, earthy character of ripe Shu Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers a lighter and more floral experience. It has some of the structure associated with young raw Puer, but with an especially gentle, sweet character.
Each 6g biscuit is ideal for a Gongfu tea session or a generous teapot, making this an appealing choice for tea drinkers who enjoy delicate Chinese teas but want something a little different from conventional loose-leaf green tea.
Origin: Yunnan Province, China
Tea Style: Lightly Processed Green-Style Puer
Tea Material: Described as Old-Tree (Gushu) Leaves
Harvest: Early Spring
Processing: Light Oxidation, Sun-Drying and Stone Pressing
Format: 6g Compressed Tea Biscuit
Aroma: Orchid, Honey, Hay and Apricot
Flavour: White Peach, Sugarcane, Green Pear and Gentle Floral Sweetness
Liquor: Clear Golden Yellow
Mouthfeel: Silky, Bright and Rounded
Caffeine: Naturally Contains Caffeine
Available Options: 10, 20 or 30
This tea is a distinctive meeting of gentle spring character, old-tree sourcing and traditional compressed tea craftsmanship.
Its appeal begins with the flavour. Rather than the strong vegetal bite sometimes associated with green tea or the deeper earthy character of ripe Puer, this selection offers a soft balance of flowers, fruit and natural sweetness.
Early-spring harvesting: The leaves are described as being picked early in the growing season, when tender shoots and buds are selected for their delicate aromatic character.
Old-tree material: The product is made from tea described as coming from mature, deep-rooted trees in Yunnan.
Gentle processing: Light oxidation and sun-drying help create the tea's golden-green character and fragrant, honeyed flavour.
Stone-pressed 6g biscuits: The small round format makes it simple to prepare a complete Gongfu session without weighing out loose leaves.
Soft, sweet finish: The tea is notable for its clean, lingering sweetness and subtle cooling sensation after drinking.
For anyone who enjoys the floral elegance of white tea or the brightness of young Puer, Sweet Golden Green Puer offers an inviting and unusually approachable alternative.
Yunnan Province in south-west China is famous for its long history of tea cultivation. The region is home to a wide variety of tea-growing environments, from cultivated gardens to mountain areas where mature tea trees have been growing for generations.
Yunnan is particularly associated with Puer tea, traditionally made from large-leaf tea material and processed into loose tea or compressed cakes, bricks and other shapes.
Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as using leaves from old-growth trees, often referred to in specialist tea culture as gushu. The term is associated with mature tea trees and is valued by many Puer enthusiasts as an indication of sourcing style.
The resulting tea is notably gentle, with an aromatic profile that brings together orchid blossom, clover honey, white fruit and fresh green notes.
Golden Green Puer is a descriptive name for this particular tea's colour, flavour and lightly processed style. It is not a separate ingredient or a universally recognised category alongside Sheng and Shu Puer.
Traditional Puer is commonly discussed in two main styles.
Sheng Puer, also called raw Puer, is generally made from sun-dried tea material and may be enjoyed young or stored as its character changes over time. Young Sheng often has a brighter, more lively flavour profile.
Shu Puer, or ripe Puer, undergoes a controlled post-fermentation process that creates a darker, mellower and more earthy character.
Our Sweet Golden Green Puer is described as lightly oxidised, sun-dried and non-fermented. Its flavour is much closer to the lighter, floral side of Chinese tea than to dark ripe Puer.
It offers some of the structure and lingering sweetness associated with young Sheng, alongside a particularly soft, honeyed profile.
If you enjoy delicate teas but find some young raw Puer too sharp, this selection is well worth exploring.
The production of this tea is designed to preserve its naturally sweet and aromatic character.
The leaves are described as being picked in early spring from mature tea trees in Yunnan. They are then lightly oxidised and carefully sun-dried, allowing the tea to develop a delicate golden-green appearance and a soft floral-honey flavour.
Sun-drying is an important part of many traditional Yunnan tea-making practices. Rather than creating a heavily roasted or dark fermented profile, this style allows the leaves' lighter, greener qualities to remain noticeable.
After drying, the tea is pressed into small, round 6g biscuits using stone pressing. The compact shape makes the tea easy to portion while retaining the traditional appeal of compressed Chinese tea.
When hot water is added, the biscuit gradually opens and releases its aroma. The first infusions are delicate and floral, while later rounds can reveal more of the tea's honeyed sweetness and gentle fruit notes.
It is a particularly enjoyable tea for anyone who likes to watch compressed leaves unfurl and discover subtle changes in flavour over several brews.
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Aroma | Orchid blossom, clover honey, sun-dried hay and a hint of fresh apricot |
| Flavour | White peach, sugarcane, green pear and delicate floral sweetness |
| Fresh Notes | White grape, fresh bamboo and soft green herbal character |
| Liquor Colour | Clear, luminous golden yellow |
| Mouthfeel | Silky, juicy, gentle and rounded |
| Bitterness | Low when brewed to taste |
| Finish | Clean, lingering sweetness with subtle mineral coolness |
The first impression is beautifully fragrant. Orchid-like florals and a soft honey aroma rise from the cup, followed by delicate fruit notes that recall white peach and green pear.
On the palate, the tea feels silky and lightly juicy, with a sweetness reminiscent of sugarcane. Fresh bamboo and subtle herbal notes keep the flavour lively without making it heavy.
The finish is especially pleasant. After swallowing, a gentle sweetness lingers, accompanied by a faint cooling sensation.
In Chinese tea tasting, a returning sweetness is often described as huigan. It is a sensory description rather than a formal quality grade, and it is one of the enjoyable characteristics of this tea.
Each 6g biscuit is designed for easy preparation. You can brew the whole biscuit in a small Gongfu vessel or use it in a larger Western-style teapot.
Because the leaves are compressed, they will open gradually as they absorb water. The flavour may be lighter at first and develop more fully across subsequent infusions.
The tea can offer approximately 6–8 infusions when brewed Gongfu style, depending on your preferred strength and the time used for each infusion.
For a conventional teapot, use one whole 6g biscuit in approximately 400–500ml of water at 90–95°C. Steep for 2–3 minutes, then strain the leaves completely.
The leaves can be infused another 2–3 times, adjusting the steeping time as the flavour becomes lighter.
| Brewing Method | Tea and Water | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Gongfu – Optional Rinse | 6g / 100–120ml / 90–95°C | Quick rinse, then discard |
| Gongfu – First Infusion | 6g / 100–120ml / 90–95°C | 10–15 seconds |
| Gongfu – Later Infusions | Same leaves, fresh hot water | Increase gradually to taste |
| Western-Style | 6g / 400–500ml / 90–95°C | 2–3 minutes |
| Western-Style Reinfusions | Same leaves, fresh hot water | Steep slightly longer as needed |
Brewing tip: If you prefer a particularly light, sweet infusion, begin with a shorter steep. If the tea tastes too strong or astringent, reduce the brewing time or use a little more water.
For a smaller cup, you can gently separate part of a biscuit and brew the leaves in a smaller vessel. Avoid crushing the tea into fine fragments, as this can make the infusion stronger and less balanced.
Sweet Golden Green Puer is particularly interesting because its flavour sits on the lighter, sweeter side of the Puer spectrum.
| Feature | Sweet Golden Green Puer | Young Sheng Puer | Shu Puer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Character | Soft, floral and honeyed | Often bright, lively and sometimes brisk | Deep, mellow and earthy |
| Processing | Described as lightly oxidised and sun-dried | Traditionally processed raw Puer | Controlled post-fermentation |
| Typical Liquor | Clear golden yellow | Pale gold to amber | Reddish-brown to dark brown |
| Flavour Emphasis | Orchid, honey, peach and sugarcane | Green, floral, fruity or mineral notes | Wood, earth, cocoa and mellow sweetness |
| Best For | Tea drinkers seeking gentle sweetness | Exploring the lively character of raw Puer | Enjoying rich, smooth fermented tea |
If you enjoy the delicate character of this tea and want to explore a more clearly identified raw Puer, try our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer – 7g Slice.
For another old-tree compressed selection, discover our Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer – 8g Biscuit.
If you prefer the darker, earthy flavour of fermented tea, our 2017 Aged Shu Puer Tea Brick offers a very different experience.
Yunnan tea leaves (Camellia sinensis).
Keep your Sweet Golden Green Puer biscuits in a clean, dry, odour-free environment away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.
For everyday drinking, retain the original wrapping and protect the biscuits from strong surrounding aromas. Avoid storing them near spices, coffee or scented household products.
Like other compressed teas, the flavour may change during storage, but further ageing does not guarantee improvement. The tea is ready to enjoy now, especially if you appreciate its fresh floral and honeyed character.
Yunnan Old Tree Sweet Golden Green Puer is a beautiful choice for anyone who enjoys fragrant, gently sweet Chinese tea.
Its spring-picked character, orchid aroma, soft fruit notes and convenient 6g biscuit format make it both approachable and rewarding. Whether you brew it in a small gaiwan or a larger teapot, it offers a clear golden infusion with a smooth, lingering finish.
Explore our 2024 Yunnan Sheng Green Puer and Yunnan Old Tree Sheng Puer to discover more compressed raw-style teas.
For a wider introduction to Chinese compressed tea, browse our Compressed Tea Collection, Puer Tea Collection or Tea Cake Selection, which includes this Sweet Golden Green Puer among its featured teas.
Discover the History Behind Your Tea
For centuries, Chinese tea was pressed into beautiful cakes and bricks, carried along ancient trading routes and even exchanged as currency. Discover the fascinating history of compressed tea, from the Tang dynasty to today's traditional Puer tea cakes.
Read the Full Story →
