Black tea Yunnan Golden Organic G.F.O.P Sup

Heir to a thousand-year-old tradition enhanced by organic excellence, this Yunnan embodies the perfect alliance between ancestral know-how and modern environmental awareness. In this legendary province, the original cradle of tea, organic gardens have been perpetuating an approach respectful of the land and its people since the 1990s.

Yunnan producers were among the Chinese pioneers of organic certification, understanding early on that preserving their exceptional terroirs required abandoning chemical practices. This organic conversion, initiated in the most remote and pristine areas of the province, has allowed them to rediscover the pure essence of traditional black tea, as it was produced before the industrial era.

The Menglian terroir, from which this exceptional tea originates, stretches across isolated plateaus teeming with biodiversity. Here, tea plants coexist harmoniously with the primary forest, creating a balanced ecosystem where each plant contributes to the tea's rich aroma. The Dai and Wa ethnic minorities, the centuries-old guardians of these mountains, pass down their organic cultivation techniques from generation to generation, meticulously ensuring the preservation of this natural heritage.
The organic certification of these high-altitude gardens guarantees not only the absence of chemical residues, but also adherence to sustainable agricultural practices: natural composting, integrated pest management, biodiversity preservation, and crop rotation. This holistic approach is reflected in every cup, where the purity of taste testifies to the health of the terroir.

Traditionally celebrated in China for its gentle and invigorating properties, this organic tea is now captivating European enthusiasts who appreciate balance and harmony with nature. At Betjeman and Barton, organic is never an absolute but rather an ally: our priority remains the pursuit of taste, subtlety, and aromatic complexity. We only consider certification when it truly enhances the in-cup experience. A true gem, this organic Yunnan tea combines purity and intensity, reflecting at every stage our commitment to authenticity and our passion for shared enjoyment.

Food and tea pairings
Savor the pairing of a Williams pear poached in a vanilla syrup with acacia honey, accompanied by this magnificent Yunnan tea. The fruit's meltingly soft, sweet texture harmoniously reveals the tea's natural honeyed notes, while the vanilla delicately enhances the floral nuances of the golden tips. This classic poached pear, served warm, creates a perfect contrast with the hot infusion: the silky tannins of Yunnan soften the richness of the syrup, revealing the aromatic complexity of the high-altitude terroir in a gourmet symphony where French tradition and Yunnanese refinement intertwine.

Recipe based on Yunnan Golden Organic GFOP Superior Chinese black tea
Infuse your Yunnan tea generously until you obtain a golden infusion with captivating aromas. In a saucepan, sauté an onion and butternut squash cubes in a drizzle of olive oil, then pour in the hot infusion. Simmer gently for about twenty minutes: the tea will infuse the tender flesh with its honeyed and floral notes. Blend with two splashes of cream, season to taste, and sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds. This velvety soup reveals a delicate alchemy between the warmth of the butternut and the aromatic elegance of the Yunnan tea, enhanced by the golden crunch of the seeds.