{"product_id":"after-rain-yuhou-yellow-tea","title":"After Rain Youliang Mountain Yellow Tea (Pesticide-Free)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter Rain Youliang Mountain Yellow Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e雨后幽良山黄茶\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeo discovered this tea during his April 2026 sourcing trip to Hunan. \u003cspan\u003eIt comes from Youliang Mountain, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e幽良山\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, in Pingjiang County, Hunan, from a high mountain tea garden at about \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e800 meters elevation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“After Rain” means the tea leaves were picked after rainfall. Compared with the earliest spring harvests, after-rain tea is usually more affordable because the leaves grow more quickly with the added moisture. While it may not carry the same price as the very first spring picking. For yellow tea, which is often rare and expensive, this makes After Rain Youliang Mountain Yellow Tea an excellent value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYouliang Mountain, \u003cstrong\u003e幽良山\u003c\/strong\u003e, is located in Pingjiang, Hunan. The area is known for its high mountain tea gardens, misty environment, and clean mountain air. The name \u003cstrong\u003e幽良\u003c\/strong\u003e gives a feeling of quiet depth and natural goodness, which fits the personality of this tea beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow tea is one of China’s rarest tea categories. It is made in a similar way to green tea, but with one important extra step called \u003cstrong\u003emen huang\u003c\/strong\u003e, or “sealing yellow.” After the leaves are heated to stop oxidation, they are gently wrapped or covered while still warm. This slow resting process softens the grassy sharpness often found in green tea and creates a smoother, sweeter, more mellow flavor. The result is a tea that keeps its freshness while gaining a warmer and rounder character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is \u003cstrong\u003egrown without pesticides and no fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and also wild-farmed, with a mellow body, clean finish, and \u003cstrong\u003elight honey\u003c\/strong\u003e notes. It is very forgiving to brew and does not become bitter easily, even with hotter water. Smooth, affordable, and easy to drink, this is a wonderful everyday yellow tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrandpa Style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse about \u003cstrong\u003e2g\u003c\/strong\u003e of tea leaves in a large mug or glass. Add hot water around \u003cstrong\u003e195°F\u003c\/strong\u003e, or slightly hotter if you prefer a stronger cup. Drink directly from the cup and refill with hot water as the flavor becomes lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGlass Teapot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse about \u003cstrong\u003e4g\u003c\/strong\u003e of tea in a small glass teapot. Brew with water around \u003cstrong\u003e195°F\u003c\/strong\u003e. Steep for about \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e for the first infusion, then adjust depending on your taste. This method is great for enjoying the soft golden liquor and the gentle movement of the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaiwan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse about \u003cstrong\u003e4g\u003c\/strong\u003e of tea in a gaiwan. Brew with \u003cstrong\u003e195°F\u003c\/strong\u003e water, or slightly hotter for more body. Start with \u003cstrong\u003e15–25 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e for the first infusion after rinse, then gradually increase the steeping time for later rounds. 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