China Golden Monkey

Crisp honey sweetness—Winner of Matcha Madness 2022
Caffeine: High
 
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The tea term "monkey" in China refers to the fuzzy, golden down on the leaves. The beautifully twisted golden leaves are almost as wonderful to look at as to taste. The golden down provides texture and smoothness to the brew. The flavor is uplifting; it is a full bodied brew with honey sweetness and a very pleasant aftertaste. Golden Monkey is also known as "Panyong Wang," the king of high grade black teas.

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Essential Brewing: The Right Way for This Tea

Start with this essential brewing method to enjoy this tea's full flavor. Alternative preparations follow.

Water Temp: Boiling
TSP per 8 oz: 1
1-4 min steep time
Infusions: 1-3
How To Brew Tea In A Good Way: Water, Tea, and Time

How To Brew Tea In A Good Way: Water, Tea, and Time

Brewing tea is more than a method—with intention it’s a moment. Follow three simple steps to bring out the best in your tea ritual to Nourish Your Happy throughout the day.

Gongfu style tea brewing is a Chinese method that emphasizes maximizing the flavor and aroma of loose-leaf tea through multiple short infusions. It utilizes a higher leaf-to-water ratio and smaller brewing vessels like a gaiwan or Yixing teapot.

Step 1 — Prep the Teaware and Leaves1

Step 1 — Prep the Teaware and Leaves

Warm a Yixing teapot or a gaiwan with hot water, then discard. Add a generous amount of loose-leaf tea and for pu-erh quickly rinse the leaves with hot water.
Step 2 — Brew Short Infusions2

Step 2 — Brew Short Infusions

Steep the tea for a few seconds or up to a minute, pour into a serving pitcher, and then into small cups. Enjoy each infusion individually.
Step 3 — Repeat and Savor3

Step 3 — Repeat and Savor

Continue multiple short steeps, slightly increasing the time with each round. Notice how the flavor evolves with each infusion.

Sip fresh cold brew tea all day without ever using a kettle. Cold brewing is easy and steeps a rich, smooth, and delicious tea with lower astringency.

Step 1 — Measure Your Tea1

Step 1 — Measure Your Tea

Select your favorite Happy Lucky’s loose leaf tea. Follow the specific instructions above and based on the size of your mason jar measure your tea into the jar.
Step 2 — Add Cold Water2

Step 2 — Add Cold Water

Add cold water, screw on the Craft Cold Brew Filter, and place in the refrigerator to steep.
Step 3 — Steep and Enjoy3

Step 3 — Steep and Enjoy

Steep for desired time while you chill (patiently) at least 20 minutes. Enjoy!

Tea is functional medicine at its finest.

Modern science can prove what centuries of tradition have long suggested: Few things are as good for us as a lovely cup of tea.
29%
of green tea drinkers have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.¹
53%
of tea drinkers show faster stress recovery after consuming tea.²
50%
of regular tea drinkers are less likely to experience cognitive decline.³
1. Study by Harvard University, Archives of Public Health, 2019
2. Study by University of California / Psychopharmacology journal, 2020
3. Study by National University of Singapore / Journal of Nutrition, Health & Aging, 2019
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart
Steeping Stories since 2009
Calm in every cup
Tea that connects us
Loose leaf, light heart

Pouring Into the Community, One Cup at a Time

At Happy Lucky’s, we believe that culture, health, and happiness all begin with three simple elements: Water, Tea, and Time. Every blend we craft is rooted in nature, using pure plants instead of processing, and made with care by real people who love what they do. Our ingredients are thoughtfully sourced, our teas hand-blended, and our space open to all. We're here to create moments of calm, connection, and community, one steep at a time.one steep at a time.
Pouring Into the Community, One Cup at a Time

Frequently Asked Questions

We've answered almost everything — but if you still have questions, feel free to reach out at contact@happyluckys.com. We're always happy to help.

Loose leaf tea contains higher quality tea leaves and more antioxidants compared to tea bags, which often contain tea dust and fannings.

Fresher tea retains more of its beneficial compounds, including antioxidants and essential oils that provide health benefits.

Antioxidants help protect your cells from damage, may reduce inflammation, and support overall wellness.

Yes, loose leaf tea typically contains more vitamins, minerals, and beneficial compounds due to higher quality leaves.

Fresh loose leaf tea maintains higher levels of antioxidants and essential nutrients that diminish over time.

Loose leaf tea often has more consistent caffeine levels and you can control the strength by adjusting steeping time.

Loose leaf tea may support heart health, boost metabolism, improve mental clarity, and provide stress relief.

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