Purple Bud Yabao(bud sprout)

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Purple Bud Yabao (芽苞), also known as "Wild Purple Buds" or "Ye Sheng Zi Ya Bao" (野生紫芽苞), is a unique and rare tea harvested from wild tea trees in Yunnan, China. These teas are crafted from early spring buds that exhibit a natural purple hue due to high anthocyanin content, offering a distinctive flavor profile and visual appeal.

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Purple Bud Yabao (芽苞), also known as "Wild Purple Buds" or "Ye Sheng Zi Ya Bao" (野生紫芽苞), is a unique and rare tea harvested from wild tea trees in Yunnan, China. These teas are crafted from early spring buds that exhibit a natural purple hue due to high anthocyanin content, offering a distinctive flavor profile and visual appeal.

🌿 What Is Purple Bud Yabao?

Purple Bud Yabao is typically produced from the unopened buds of wild tea trees, such as Camellia sinensis var. dehungensis or Camellia crassicolumna. These buds are harvested in late winter to early spring and are minimally processed—often just sun-dried—resulting in a tea that is light, floral, and naturally sweet. The purple coloration is a natural adaptation to high-altitude UV exposure and is rich in anthocyanins, antioxidants also found in blueberries and purple cabbage

Flavor Profile

Purple Bud Yabao teas are celebrated for their delicate and complex flavors:

  • Floral Notes: Reminiscent of pink roses and wildflowers.

  • Fruity Undertones: Hints of dried fruits, peaches, and grapes.

  • Sweetness: Naturally sweet with a smooth, creamy mouthfeel.

  • Aroma: Fresh scents of honeydew, cucumbers, and wildflowers .