“I received this – and two other Korean green tea samples – directly from Hankook several months back. What took me so long to get to them? Um…unicorns? (I have no good reason.) Hwang Cha instantly...” Read full tasting note
“Almost finished with my first batch of this tea. Today I was prepping a thermos full of it and realized I only have one more bulk brewing session or two more selfish solo sessions left. ...” Read full tasting note
“This is an easy tea to drink. It’s mellow, smooth, no bitterness and no astringency. It’s good, but it’s also kind of boring, which is why I like drinking it at work. I don’t feel like I’m...” Read full tasting note
“Because it can’t technically be categorized as a “oolong”, it should not be tasted like one. The most significant difference is that this tea is not good more multiple steepings (like a traditional...” Read full tasting note
Partially oxidized and pan-fired, Hwang Cha is recognized for its elegant and bold aroma that makes a statement every time you steep it. Made with first flush tea leaves, Hwang Cha steeps a clear, amber liquor that is smooth on the palate. The deep and complex nuances of this full-bodied tea ends with a subtly sweet finish that lingers on.
Yang Won Suh (tea master and CEO of Hankook Tea) has been recognized as the 34th “Grand Master of Traditional Korean Foods” by the Republic of Korea for his work in developing and crafting this artisan Hwang Cha, as well as matcha (powdered green tea).
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