Yunnan Dianhong Black Tea
Sourced from Lincang, Yunnan, this Dianhong black tea presents a rich and rounded profile with natural honey, dried-fruit and malt characteristics.
With its dark twisted leaves and visible golden tips, Dianhong combines an attractive dry-leaf appearance with a deep amber-red infusion and a smooth, naturally sweet finish.
It is suitable for European tea importers, specialty tea shops, hospitality businesses, retailers and brands looking for Yunnan-origin black tea for wholesale or private-label development.
A Distinctive Dianhong from Lincang
Yunnan Dianhong is one of China's best-known black tea styles, traditionally produced in Yunnan using carefully selected tea leaves. Lincang is one of the important tea-growing regions in western Yunnan, known for its diverse tea resources and highland tea environments.
This selected Dianhong offers a balanced combination of natural sweetness, malt character, dried-fruit notes and a full-bodied mouthfeel.
The dry leaves are dark and tightly twisted, with visible golden tips that add visual appeal. When brewed, the tea typically produces a clear amber-red liquor with a rich aroma and rounded finish.
Product Specifications
A premium-oriented Dianhong profile suitable for wholesale evaluation, tea-service applications and further private-label development.
| Product | Yunnan Dianhong Black Tea |
| Origin | Lincang, Yunnan, China |
| Tea Type | Yunnan Black Tea |
| Format | High-Grade Loose Leaf |
| Dry Leaf | Dark twisted leaves with visible golden tips |
| Liquor | Amber-red to deep red |
| Aroma | Honey · Dried Longan · Malt · Cocoa-like Notes |
| Taste | Smooth · Rounded · Full-bodied · Naturally Sweet |
A Rich, Naturally Sweet Profile
The character of Dianhong can vary according to leaf material, harvest, processing and brewing method. This selected profile is intended to highlight its naturally sweet and malty character.
Honey
A warm natural sweetness with a soft honey-like aroma.
Dried Longan
Dried-fruit character with a deep and rounded aromatic profile.
Full & Smooth
A substantial body with a mellow and rounded mouthfeel.
Natural Sweetness
A lingering sweet finish with subtle malt and cocoa-like notes.
Golden Tips & Amber-Red Liquor
The combination of dark twisted leaves and golden tips gives this Dianhong a distinctive appearance, while the brewed liquor develops a rich amber-red tone.
Developed for Real-World Tea Service
Water composition can influence the colour, aroma and flavour of brewed tea. For B2B buyers, especially cafés and hospitality businesses, product evaluation should therefore consider the actual brewing environment.
Rather than making a universal hard-water performance claim, YMTEA can evaluate the tea during sampling using the buyer's preferred brewing conditions where required.
- Evaluate liquor colour under actual brewing conditions
- Compare aroma and flavour with the buyer's water
- Adjust brewing parameters during product evaluation
- Develop product specifications around the intended use
Recommended Starting Parameters
The following parameters can be used as a starting point for product evaluation. Final brewing conditions can be adjusted according to leaf grade, vessel, water and desired strength.
5–7 g
Use approximately 5–7 g of loose-leaf tea for initial evaluation.
90–95°C
Start with water around 90–95°C and adjust according to the tea and desired extraction.
Short Initial Infusion
Begin with a short infusion and adjust the time gradually for subsequent infusions according to taste.
Built Around Origin, Character & Supply
For B2B buyers, product quality is only one part of the decision. Origin, consistency, documentation, quantity and customization capability are equally important.
Lincang, Yunnan
A Yunnan-origin Dianhong suitable for buyers looking for a recognizable Chinese tea origin and regional identity.
Honey & Malt Character
A naturally sweet profile with honey, dried-fruit, malt and cocoa-like sensory notes.
Loose-Leaf Wholesale
Suitable for tea shops, cafés, hospitality businesses, retailers, distributors and further product development.
Batch-Level Control
YMTEA's B2B supply process includes batch-level quality control and applicable product documentation.
Yunnan to Europe
YMTEA connects Yunnan-origin sourcing with export documentation and international logistics for European B2B buyers.
Private Label Ready
Selected Dianhong products can be developed further for custom blends, tea bags, private label and branded packaging.
From Wholesale Tea to Your Finished Product
This Dianhong can be purchased as loose-leaf wholesale tea, or used as a tea base for further product development.
Loose-Leaf Wholesale
Bulk Dianhong for tea shops, cafés, restaurants, hotels, importers, distributors and retailers.
Custom Tea Bags
Develop Dianhong into individually packed or pyramid tea bags for retail and hospitality applications.
Private Label
Build a branded black tea product with custom packaging, artwork and product specifications.
Develop Your Own Dianhong Product
Dianhong can serve as a versatile base for a branded tea product. Depending on the project, buyers can develop the product from the tea itself through to the final packaging.
- Select tea grade and product specification
- Develop custom blend options where required
- Select tea bag or loose-leaf format
- Develop individual and outer packaging
- Apply private-label artwork and branding
Suitable for Multiple B2B Tea-Service Environments
Tea Shops
Offer a distinctive Yunnan black tea with a recognizable regional origin and full-bodied profile.
Specialty Retail
Suitable for premium loose-leaf tea collections and origin-focused retail assortments.
Cafés
A full-bodied black tea suitable for tea menus and café beverage programs.
Hotels & Hospitality
Suitable for breakfast service, guest rooms, lounges and hospitality tea programs.
Restaurants
A versatile black tea that can accompany breakfast, afternoon tea and dessert service.
Private Label
Can be developed into a branded tea product or used as a base for custom blends and tea bags.
A Versatile Black Tea for Daily Tea Service
Morning Tea
Its full body and naturally sweet character make it suitable for a structured morning tea service.
Afternoon Tea
Pairs naturally with pastries, chocolate, desserts and savoury afternoon tea selections.
Hospitality Service
Suitable for hotels, executive lounges and other professional tea-service environments.
B2B Supply with Documentation Support
YMTEA's B2B supply process connects tea sourcing with batch-level quality control, applicable laboratory testing, export documentation and international logistics.
Batch-Level Control
Product specifications and quality records can be maintained at batch level according to the product and order.
Laboratory Documentation
Laboratory testing and related documentation can be provided for applicable products and batches according to requirements.
International Documentation
Relevant commercial, product, quality and export documentation can be provided according to the shipment and destination market.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is Dianhong?
Dianhong is the Chinese name commonly used for Yunnan black tea. It is produced in Yunnan using selected tea leaves and is known for styles ranging from malty and sweet to rich and full-bodied.
Q2. Where does this Dianhong come from?
This product is sourced from Lincang, Yunnan, China. Lincang is one of the important tea-growing regions in Yunnan.
Q3. What does this Dianhong taste like?
The selected profile is characterized by natural honey, dried-fruit and malt notes, with a smooth, rounded body and a naturally sweet finish. Individual batches may vary according to leaf material and processing.
Q4. Is this tea suitable for European B2B buyers?
Yes. YMTEA supplies Yunnan-origin tea to European B2B buyers, including importers, distributors, tea shops, retailers, cafés, restaurants and hospitality businesses.
Q5. Can buyers test the tea with their local water?
Yes. For professional product evaluation, buyers can assess the tea using their actual brewing water. Water composition can influence colour, aroma and flavour, so local testing can be useful when selecting a tea for a specific commercial environment.
Q6. Does YMTEA offer private-label Dianhong?
Yes. Dianhong can be developed into private-label loose-leaf tea, individually packed tea bags, pyramid tea bags, custom blends and branded retail products depending on the project.
Q7. What is the MOQ for loose-leaf wholesale?
YMTEA's current loose-leaf wholesale starts from 15 KG. Mixed-product orders can be discussed according to the product, specification, packaging and applicable MOQ.
Q8. Can this Dianhong be used in custom tea bags?
Yes. Selected Dianhong can be evaluated as a tea base for individually packed or pyramid tea bags. Custom tea bag projects currently start from 2,000 bags, typically 3–8 g per bag depending on the final formulation and packaging.
Q9. Can YMTEA provide laboratory reports?
Yes, for applicable products and batches. Laboratory testing and related quality documentation can be provided according to the product, batch and destination-market requirements.
Q10. How can I request a sample or wholesale quotation?
Contact the YMTEA B2B team with your required tea type, estimated quantity, target market and intended application. We can then discuss the appropriate product specification, sampling and quotation.
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