Rare Yellow Tea Tasting: Pressed vs Handmade

Yellow tea is one of the rarest categories in the tea world — and finding good ones is even harder. In this episode, Gabriele from Nannuoshan tastes two completely new yellow teas side by side to decide if they’re worth sourcing. One is a pressed yellow tea cake (Huoshan Huangya style) — something you almost never see. The other is an experimental handmade yellow tea from Guangdong, crafted by a trusted producer known for precision and innovation. This is a real behind-the-scenes look at how teas are selected. Both teas show classic yellow tea characteristics — warmth, softness, and that signature “cooked” vegetal profile. But as the session unfolds, clear differences emerge. The pressed tea delivers a deeper, more broth-like experience with baked vegetable notes and a comforting, evening-style profile. The handmade tea, however, reveals something special. A cleaner, more refined cup with distinct fruity notes — think apricot nectar, persimmon, and a thick, juicy texture — all while maintaining balance and smoothness. Even when pushed, it stays round and expressive without becoming harsh. This tasting highlights something important: not all yellow teas are equal, and rarity alone doesn’t guarantee quality. If you’re curious about yellow tea or want to understand how professionals evaluate tea, this session gives you a raw, honest look at the process. Subscribe for more tea tastings, sourcing journeys, and deep dives into rare teas. 👉 JOIN DISCORD:   / discord   👉 LINK TO OUR ONLINE SHOPS: 🇺🇸 https://us.nannuoshan.org 🇪🇺 https://nannuoshan.org 🎬 If you are looking to improve your tea knowledge and brewing skills, make sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / @nannuoshan   📖 For even more insights into the tea world and to access bonus material and special offers, join our newsletter: 🇺🇸 https://us.nannuoshan.org/pages/newsl... 🇪🇺 https://nannuoshan.org/pages/newsletter 🫖 TEAWARE • Gaiwan of all shapes and sizes 🇺🇸 https://us.nannuoshan.org/collections... 🇪🇺 https://www.nannuoshan.org/collection... • Yixing and other teapots 🇺🇸 https://us.nannuoshan.org/collections... 🇪🇺 https://www.nannuoshan.org/collection... 👉 FOLLOW US • 🇺🇸 American online shop: https://us.nannuoshan.org • 🇪🇺 European online shop: https://nannuoshan.org • Instagram:   / nannuoshan   • Facebook:   / nannuoshan   #tea #gongfucha #gaiwan #YellowTea #RareTea #TeaTasting #ChineseTea #SpecialtyTea #LooseLeafTea #TeaReview #TeaLovers #TeaEducation #ArtisanTea