Jin Jun Mei Black Tea

The finest Jin Jun Mei from the Wuyishan tea region with beautiful floral and honey notes and hints of osmanthus, mango and lychee.

Origin and Heritage

Jin Jun Mei is a premium Chinese black tea from the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian Province. This area is historically significant as the birthplace of Lapsang Souchong, one of the earliest black teas ever produced. While it draws on this ancient lineage, Jin Jun Mei is a relatively modern tea style. Developed in the early 2000s, it was inspired by traditional Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong production but refined into a more delicate, golden bud-heavy black tea.

Meaning of the Name

The name Jin Jun Mei translates roughly to “Golden Beautiful Eyebrow,” which describes its physical and qualitative characteristics:

• Jin: Refers to the golden color of the tea buds.
• Jun: Often associated with high quality and its origin in high mountains.
• Mei: Refers to the delicate, eyebrow-like shape of the tea.

Terroir and Environment

Our authentic Jin Jun Mei from Wuyishan benefits from a pristine mountain environment. The Wuyi Mountains are known for their incredible biodiversity and a humid mountain climate, which support the development of high-quality tea through several factors:

• Dense forest cover and frequent mountain mist.
• Mineral-rich soils that add depth to the flavor profile.
• A cool climate that encourages slow-growing tea leaves with a highly concentrated aroma.

Processing and Appearance

Jin Jun Mei is a fully oxidized black tea made primarily from tender spring buds. The careful processing of these young buds creates a tea that is rich, sweet, and smooth rather than harsh or tannic. Our high-grade selection uses a very high proportion of these golden buds. The dry leaves are thin, twisted, and bud-like, consisting predominantly of golden tea buds. The resulting tea produces a bright, clear amber liquor.