Golden Monkey #510 (Special Teas)
Golden Monkey is a classic Chinese black tea. The golden tips in this tea from Special Teas are much more downy than last year’s batch. Providing a less astringent brew and one which is mildly sweeter on the palate.
Quick Info |
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| FAB* Rating | 4/3/3 |
| Company | Special Teas |
| Blend Name | Golden Monkey #510 |
| Blend Base | Black |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Package Type | Pouch |
| Price per Package | $7.95 USD |
| Quantity | ~ 2 oz |
| *Flavor, Aroma, Boldness | |
Golden Monkey #510 from Special Teas is an interesting looking tea. The concentration of golden tips to roasted leaves is a bit higher than I expected compared to last year’s blend and immediately made me think this tea would be lighter than in the past.
The liquor brews a wonderful amber-gold with an earthy but sweet fired flavor coming out in the aroma.
On the palate I catch some chocolate or cocoa textures with a distinct astringency which is lighter than expected given last year’s brew. The fired earthy flavors are very noticeable here.
I can easily recommend this tea to fans of golden tip black teas, Chinese black teas including Keemuns and Summer season Darjeelings.