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Jin Kong Que is a remarkable tea handmade in the Yunnan Province of China. It has a rare ability to balance bold flavor without giving off bitterness. Its name, which translates to Golden Peacock, is as flashy as its namesake with fairly large, very golden leaves and leaf buds. The liquor does not disappoint as it boasts intricate notes of honey, toastiness, cocoa, and roasted sweet potato.

About the leaves:

Grown at 1400-1600 meters above sea level the Jin Kong Que leaves were harvest by hand in April from 15-year-old trees. The one bud, one leaf configuration is then machine fired and roasted for about an hour at 15-120 degrees celsius.