Black Dragon Pearls

Black Dragon Pearls – Hand-Rolled Yunnan Black Tea Pearls for Specialty Trade

Black Dragon Pearls stand out immediately on any shelf or tea bar. Only top-quality leaves with a high share of young buds go into this premium tea, and experienced tea farmers in China hand-roll them into large, pearl-shaped pellets in the traditional way. The leaf is naturally grown and harvested in Yunnan Province, and the finished pearls show attractive golden buds.

This tea is the black tea counterpart of the better-known Dragon Pearl green tea. As the pearls gradually unfurl in the cup, they yield an infusion with a naturally sweet, raisin-like flavor, earthy depth and smooth chocolate notes, while hints of cocoa emerge as the leaves open. Because each pearl opens slowly and releases its flavor over time, the leaf rewards multiple infusions, and the resulting cup is smooth and naturally sweet with no bitterness. The unfolding pearls are part of the presentation, making this a strong choice for glass teapots or gaiwan service.

Product Profile

• Type: Black tea, hand-rolled pearls
• Origin: Yunnan Province, China
• Leaf: large hand-rolled pearls with golden buds; high proportion of young buds
• Aroma: sweet, with hints of cocoa
• Flavor: naturally sweet raisin with earthy notes
• Body: smooth, malty and chocolatey
• Finish: rich, mellow and lingering
• Caffeine: contains caffeine (black tea)

Key Selling Points

• Distinctive hand-rolled appearance that draws attention in displays and glassware
• Bud-rich Yunnan leaf crafted by experienced tea farmers
• Raisin, chocolate and earthy notes with no bitterness
• Multiple infusions from the same leaf add value for tea bars
• Pairs with dark chocolate, nuts and dried fruit; strong gift-retail potential

Visually striking, smooth and naturally sweet, Black Dragon Pearls bring a premium Yunnan specialty to any tea menu or retail range.