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Golden Monkey Black Tea

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$18.50
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Steeped in ancient lore and imperial exclusivity, this legendary top 10 Chinese tea is the finest black tea from the Fujian province. Recently served at the White House to the President of the United States and the President of China. A smooth tippy tea, rich with complex cocoa undertones manages to be extremely low in tannins yet rich in flavor. Originating during the Song Dynasty, this Imperial tribute features golden tipped black leaves consisting of one leaf and one bud. IMPERIAL RESERVE

Full-bodied infusion with rich cocoa undertones

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Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea
 
4.3

(based on 43 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (23)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (14)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

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90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • High quality (32)
  • Smooth body (29)
  • Great aroma (22)
  • Unique flavor profile (19)
  • Fresh (18)

Cons

  • Weak (6)
  • Flat (3)

Best Uses

  • Anytime (22)
  • Morning (16)
  • Afternoon (9)
  • Evening (7)
  • Dessert tea (4)
    • Tea Body:
    • Full (20), Medium (19), Lightweight (3)
    • Tea Finish:
    • Smooth (28), Long (7)
    • Tea Flavor:
    • Malty (26), Earthy (6), Spicy (4), Vegetal (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Tea enthusiast (33), Health conscious (17), High-end shopper (10)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

An Experienced Tea Drinker's Delight

I had some of this tea in a Teavana store recently. I don't consider myself a fan of black teas (I am a major oolong tea drinker) but I have to say I liked...Read complete review

I had some of this tea in a Teavana store recently. I don't consider myself a fan of black teas (I am a major oolong tea drinker) but I have to say I liked the complexity of this tea. It was a tea I had to think about. The top layer of flavor was rich in dark chocolate but the the more I drank, the layers of spice and black cherries become apparent. For someone who has an experienced palate and can appreciate all the subtle layers of flavor of this tea, it is a delicious treat for the taste buds.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Not my favorite. . .

Unique in flavor, but not as tasty as other black teas here. . . not worth the price. I much prefer Black Dragon Pearl (my favorite) or Assam Gold Rain.

Unique in flavor, but not as tasty as other black teas here. . . not worth the price. I much prefer Black Dragon Pearl (my favorite) or Assam Gold Rain.

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5.0

Best Black Tea I've had

By Blakeasis

from Cleveland, TN

About Me Tea Novice

See all my reviews

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Fresh
  • Great Aroma
  • High Quality
  • Smooth Body
  • Soothing
  • Unique Flavor Profile

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Anytime

    Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

    When I first started using loose leaf tea, this tea was recommended to me and I have to say, "Thank you!". This is by far my new favorite black tea. Most reviews say that the 'Black Dragon Pearls' are better, but I beg to differ. I am a novice, so take my opinion with little experience, but in way that is even better than just the enthusiasts saying its a good tea! Great for all tea drinkers!

    • Tea Body:
    • Medium
    • Tea Finish:
    • Smooth
    • Tea Flavor:
    • Cocoa-y, Rich, Simi sweet, Smooth

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    5.0

    Top 10 Tea for a reason

    By R4T

    from USA

    About Me High-End Shopper, Serious Tea Drinker, Tea Enthusiast

    Pros

    • Fresh
    • Good both Hot and Cold
    • Great Aroma
    • High Quality
    • Smooth Body
    • Soothing
    • Unique Flavor Profile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Anytime
      • Evening
      • Morning

      Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

      There is a reason this is a Top 10 Tea and it's because it is a high quality tea that is perfect for everyone at any time of day. I drink most of my teas pure and this tea is perfect without sugar, milk/cream, or any other tea blended in. It is mild and drinkable both hot and cold. It should not be compared to robust teas such as the Black Dragon Pearls or "heavy" noted teas. It has sweet honey notes that are very mellow and leave a clean smooth finish.

      • Tea Body:
      • Medium
      • Tea Finish:
      • Smooth
      • Tea Flavor:
      • Honey Tones, Malty

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      5.0

      Good anytime cool or hot

      By Black As Night Tea Lover

      from Tennessee

      About Me Black Tea Lover, High-End Shopper, Tea Enthusiast

      Pros

      • Good iced or hot
      • Great Aroma
      • High Quality
      • Smooth Body
      • Soothing
      • Unique Flavor Profile

      Cons

      • Weak

      Best Uses

      • Anytime

      Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

      Great versatile anytime tea. Very smooth. Good iced and hot. Can be weak when iced-1.5 teaspoons/8 oz makes it better. Hot 1 tsp/8 oz is fine. Can definitely taste the cocoa undertones from the planting. Best all around versatile tea in my collection.

      • Tea Body:
      • Medium
      • Tea Finish:
      • Smooth
      • Tea Flavor:
      • Honey and coco undertones

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      4.0

      The Smoothest Tea I've Ever Had

      By Lord Of The Flies

      from Houston, TX

      About Me Tea Enthusiast

      Pros

      • Fresh
      • Great Aroma
      • High Quality
      • Smooth Body
      • Soothing
      • Unique Flavor Profile

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Anytime

        Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

        See title. This tea is wonderfully smooth. Just complex enough to be interesting. Lovely, delicious black tea. Works well with a tiny tiny bit of honey. Excellent.

        • Tea Body:
        • Medium
        • Tea Finish:
        • Smooth
        • Tea Flavor:
        • Smooth

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        5.0

        Favorite So Far!

        By Dallas

        from Montgomery, Texas

        About Me Health Conscious, High-End Shopper, Tea Enthusiast

        See all my reviews

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        Pros

        • Great Aroma
        • High Quality
        • Soothing
        • Unique Flavor Profile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Anytime

          Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

          As someone who loves Southern Style Sweet Tea, I love this one. It was what introduced me to the whole Tea world. It's great in flavor and if you want it sweet, then add 2 teaspoons per cup and you're good. I drink this blended with a bit of French Spice Quartet everyday and I never get tired of it.

          • Tea Body:
          • Medium
          • Tea Finish:
          • Smooth
          • Tea Flavor:
          • Earthy, Spicy

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          5.0

          very good

          By Xander

          from Knoxville TN

          About Me Tea Enthusiast

          Pros

          • Fresh
          • Great Aroma
          • Soothing

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Morning

            Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

            The Best black tea i've had in quite some time

            • Tea Body:
            • Full
            • Tea Finish:
            • Smooth
            • Tea Flavor:
            • Chocolate

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            3.0

            Aroma is much better than the Taste....

            By SC

            from Auburn, AL

            About Me Health Conscious, High-End Shopper, Tea Enthusiast

            Pros

            • Great Aroma
            • High Quality
            • Smooth Body

            Cons

            • Boring Flavor Profile
            • Flat
            • Weak

            Best Uses

            • Afternoon
            • Anytime
            • Dessert Tea
            • Morning

            Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

            Nowhere near as good a Black Dragon Pearls. Similar in taste as the Pearls, but not comparable in complexity, flavor, or finish. It does smell very good though. I would recommend this tea to a friend only to see their reaction in comparison to the Black Dragon Pearls.

            • Tea Body:
            • Medium
            • Tea Finish:
            • Smooth
            • Tea Flavor:
            • Honeyish, Malty

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            4.0

            Good, but not that good.

            By awes000me

            from Detroit, MI

            About Me I enjoy a spot of tea

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Fresh
            • Great Aroma
            • High Quality
            • Smooth Body

            Cons

            • Weak

            Best Uses

            • Afternoon
            • Evening
            • Gifts
            • Morning

            Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

            this tea is good but really weak but if you add more leaves its fantastic.

            • Tea Body:
            • Light
            • Tea Flavor:
            • Weak

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            4.0

            Worth a second chance.

            By Bac

            from North Carolina

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • High Quality
            • Smooth Body

            Cons

            • Weak

            Best Uses

            • Anytime

            Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

            Love a good black tea. English Breakfast is my #1. First cup of Golden Monkey was weak. Tried again and used more rock sugar and tea. Now I am hooked. Can't leave it alone!

            • Tea Body:
            • Light
            • Tea Finish:
            • Smooth

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            5.0

            flavorful tea. I cannot compare.....

            By Erectus

            from Chicago

            About Me Health Conscious, Tea Enthusiast

            Verified Reviewer

            Pros

            • Great Aroma
            • High Quality
            • Rich In Antioxidants

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Evening

              Comments about Teavana Golden Monkey Black Tea:

              Best for sipping when you just get home from work. It gets you in a relaxing mood.

              • Tea Body:
              • Medium
              • Tea Finish:
              • Short
              • Tea Flavor:
              • Malty

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