Chinese Tea

Originating from the Dongting mountains in Jiangsu province, this renowned Chinese green tea boasts an auspicious history as a tribute tea to the imperial court. Named for its unique appearance, Bi Luo Chun—meaning “Green Snail Spring”—is expertly crafted into tight spiral curls, which are covered in silver-white tea down (hao mao). The pale yellow infusion of this 2025 early spring, Pre-Qingming selection is fresh and fragrant, offering sugarcane-sweet vegetal notes complemented by toasty hints of chestnut. A full, silky mouthfeel sets the stage for the delicate vegetal flavor, enriched by a honeyed sweetness and subtle whispers of melon. The smooth finish lingers with a refreshing, crisp clarity.

With its creamy lemon fragrance and smooth, marshmallow-like sweetness, this naturally flavored white tea calls to mind the indulgent experience of this luscious lemon dessert. A pronounced Meyer lemon flavor is enhanced by hints of vanilla and sweet candy, which linger into the finish. A staff favorite.

Shou Pu-Erh tea leaves have been molded into a unique cake that celebrates the Year of the Snake. Embossed with the characters Fu, meaning happiness and good fortune, Si, the sixth earthly element, and Shi, meaning snake, this compressed cake steeps a dark mahogany liquor with a pronounced fresh earth aroma that hints of oak, spice, and molasses. The rich, full-bodied cup has a buttery smooth mouthfeel with notes of earth, mineral, and a pinewood nuance reminiscent of a forest walk. A refreshing fruity sweetness lingers in the finish. 7-inch diameter.

Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs offer notes of bittersweet cocoa and a glossy sheen to the cup. A harmonious tapestry of scents — melted milk chocolate, clementine orange, cardamom, and nutmeg — elevate the aroma. With its pairing of sweet orange and cocoa notes, the flavor tastes like a Christmas chocolate orange with a hint of warmth from the cardamom. The lingering finish is crisp and citrusy.

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Medium-roast Nicaraguan cacao nibs lend a rich chocolate flavor and glossy sheen to the cup. As you take your first sip, you are greeted by a vibrant cacao aroma, joined by hints of ripe banana and vanilla cream. These hints become prominent notes in the flavor, complemented by sweet, dark cocoa notes and a hint of cinnamon. Bittersweet chocolate lingers in the finish, completing this delightful dessert-in-a-cup experience.

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Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs give the cup a creamy chocolate flavor and glossy sheen. The aroma is cool and minty, reminiscent of chocolate-covered mints. The tasty flavor combination of cocoa and mint calls to mind mint chocolate chip ice cream. The lingering finish is cool and refreshing.

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Grown on Tianzi Mountain in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province, at an altitude of 4,000 feet, the beautifully crafted leaves of this “black peony” selection produce an exemplary cup with a ripe peach fragrance that hints of honey, spice, and vanilla. The light golden-amber liquor is smooth and medium-bodied, with a full mouthfeel and complex flavor profile. Notes of juicy stone fruit are complemented by spicy floral hints and vanilla sweetness. A nutty undertone leads to a clean finish that lingers with hints of earth. Exclusively selected for Upton Tea Imports by our Chinese tea specialists to celebrate the Lunar New Year.

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Enjoy this special sampler set of decadent dessert teas for yourself or as a delightful gift for your favorite tea lover!

A tin (approx. 35g each) of each of the following chocolate teas: NT102: Chocolate Banana Bread Keemun Black Tea, NT103: Chocolate Orange Spice Keemun Black Tea, NT104: Chocolate Mint Chip Keemun Black Tea, and TSA5: Chocolate Truffle Colombian Black Tea.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

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This naturally flavored loose leaf white tea evokes the beautiful lavender fields of France. The pale golden liquor glows like sunshine and exudes a perfumed aroma with notes of lavender, brown sugar, and vanilla. The lavender notes become more pronounced in the buttery smooth cup, complemented by a warm vanilla crème note and hints of honey. The finish lingers with a fleeting vegetal nuance. We are honored to offer this fragrant white tea, created to celebrate Upton Tea Imports' 35th anniversary in 2024.

A pronounced aroma and flavor of rich melted chocolate distinguishes this outstanding black tea selection from Yunnan province. A profusion of downy golden buds yields a dark amber cup with a rounded, velvety smooth mouth feel and caramel-like sweetness. The finish lingers with dark, bittersweet notes of malt and cherry, reminiscent of a Porter beer. A staff favorite. Small lot with limited availability.

This premium Jasmine Silver Needle white tea is made entirely of the tender buds of a large leaf cultivar from the spring harvest in Yunnan province. These young buds are then naturally scented with fresh jasmine flowers over five consecutive nights. The sugar-sweet aroma of this loose leaf Chinese silver needle tea is redolent with a sublime jasmine/osmanthus fragrance. The pale golden cup is light and airy with a pronounced jasmine scent, reminiscent of a lush garden’s fragrance at the height of summer. A silky smooth, refreshing finish completes a memorable tea experience. The perfect choice for a winter uplift!

Grown on Chaozhou Phoenix mountain in Guangdong province at an altitude of 4,000 feet, this esteemed Chinese Oolong tea, also known as “Mi Lan Xiang,” is plucked from a Dan Cong cultivar only once a year in the spring. The ultra-bold, hand-twisted leaves yield a velvety smooth, full-bodied cup with a pronounced stone fruit character. The complex aroma weaves layers of fragrance — floral, honey, citrus, nutty, toasty/biscuity — with a whisper of smoke. The clean finish lingers with an appealing fruity sweetness. This staff favorite creates a memorable tea experience.

Da Hong Pao, or "Big Red Robe," is a famous Chinese Oolong tea with a colorful pedigree. The very large leaves are perfect for multiple infusions. Subsequent steepings will produce varying levels of stone fruit and honey notes. The aroma is fruity and fragrant with a hint of sweet spring flowers. A lingering vegetal sweetness is noted in the finish, along with a crisp, clean hint reminiscent of dry white wine. Very limited lot.

From Yunnan province, this outstanding Chinese black tea offering has long ebony-brown leaves that steep a velvety smooth cup. The sweet aroma of this Yunnan tea, hinting of rose petals, is balanced with pronounced spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. The dark amber liquor exhibits exceptional complexity with layers of earth, spice, brown sugar, and a whisper of floral essence. The finish lingers and comforts with hints of warming spice. A staff favorite.

High quality Chinese black tea is lightly scented with rose petals, creating a naturally aromatic, sweet cup with a very subtle hint of rose.

Very bold, handcrafted leaves produce a rich, full-bodied cup in this classic dark Oolong offering from Fujian province. The aroma is honey sweet and toasty with hints of oak and spice. The blonde-amber liquor has a velvety smooth mouth feel, which embraces layers of rich toastiness, crisp stone fruit, and cedar nuances. A mellow woodsy sweetness lingers in the finish. A great value for a premium Fine Grade Oolong.

Bold, handcrafted leaves produce a buttery smooth, golden-amber cup with pronounced honey and floral notes in both aroma and flavor, with an added hint of melon as complement. A whisper of lemon brings a refreshing aspect to the aroma as well as adding a counterpoint to a lingering sweetness in the finish. Enjoy it hot or over ice for a wonderful iced tea.

A plethora of downy golden tips decorates long, twisted leaves in this superb China black tea selection from Yunnan province. The aroma is fragrant with the sharp, sweet scent of spiced cocoa. The velvety smooth cup is rich and chocolatey with an enduring dark molasses sweetness. The finish lingers with a warming kick. A great selection for a cold winter day.

The ultra-bold, carefully twisted leaves of this outstanding Yunnan province black tea are fragrant with the aroma of rich cocoa. This cocoa note is also prominent in the velvety smooth, full-bodied cup, heady with toasty, spicy hints. A dried fruit sweetness lingers in the finish, balanced by a dry hint of red wine.

An impressive mélange of silver-sage buds and light olive-green leaves are showcased in this special lot of “White Peony” China white tea. The pale straw-gold liquor is redolent with pronounced honey notes and buttery floral hints, which spill over into the mouth-filling flavor. The silky smooth cup hints of melon, which lingers into the finish, complemented by a refreshing crispness reminiscent of dry white wine.

Dark olive-green leaves are loosely rolled and enhanced with natural honey flavoring in this unique Chinese Oolong offering. The aroma is redolent with pronounced buttery honey notes, complemented by hints of apricot. The pale golden cup blooms with prominent notes of honey and flowers, sweetened with hints of stone fruit. The finish is smooth and lingering.

Dark olive-green leaves are loosely rolled and enhanced with natural honey flavoring in this unique Chinese Oolong offering. The aroma is redolent with pronounced buttery honey notes, complemented by hints of apricot. The pale golden cup blooms with prominent notes of honey and flowers, sweetened with hints of stone fruit. The finish is smooth and lingering.