Imperial Gold Needle, Spring 2025

Next level

This gold needle is better than any others I've tried from other vendors. The leaves just look impressive and smell incredible too. Stands up to multiple steeps, flavorful, and all pleasant tasting notes. Top shelf stuff

Delicious. Bought this on the recommendation of another reviewer and they were soooo right! Definitely a head above the other black “gold” varieties Brendan offers and I have tried and loved them all. This one is a stand out in a surprisingly gentle and flavorful way. The needles are lovely and soft to the touch. (It’s impossible to resist touching them or the golden snail tea LOL.) The smell is of mellow raisins and spice. The feel is delightfully rich and silky. Try it. You’re welcome.

Golden needle is fantastic. It's got great chocolate notes that you can take a couple steeping. Highly recommend this Tea.