Yunnan Black Tower

$7.42 ~~$14.85~~ In stock

Yunnan Black Tower makes a stunning presentation—tea leaves with numerous golden tips, braided into cones that open up while brewing. Golden buds give an inviting raspberry-sweetness to the aroma, which lingers at the upper edge of the flavor profile. Longer steeps bring out the rustic tobacco flavor often associated with Yunnan Province teas, releasing a sharp mineral edge to the aftertaste.

For a visual-and-mouthwatering treat, brew this tea in a glass container and watch the cones unfurl! When steeped, these cones resist bitterness, making them both extremely versatile and a nice choice for gong fu brewing. But even then, the tea remains smooth, medium-bodied, and—with a malty sweet undercurrent—utterly drinkable.

Every Yunnan Black Tower cone makes a 12-ounce serving of tea. Either enjoy a cup (and subsequent re-steeps) yourself, or throw a few in a teapot and share this amazing tea with friends.

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Charlotte ★★★★★ Sep 4, 2026

I wasn’t sure how the cones would hold up in my teapot, but they unfurled beautifully and the raspberry-sweetness in the aroma came through just as described. The golden tips give it a smoothness that made my afternoon cup feel special.

Kevin ★★★★★ Sep 3, 2026

The braided cones really are the star here—they unwind beautifully in the pot, and the golden tips give off that raspberry-sweet aroma before you even take a sip. Brewed up a deep, smooth cup that kept its character for three steepings, which was a pleasant surprise.

Charlotte ★★★★★ Sep 2, 2026

I was skeptical about the cones staying intact during steeping, but they unfurl beautifully and the golden tips give the liquor a raspberry-sweetness that lingers in the finish. Easily the most aromatic black tea I've brewed this month.