Top 10 Most Expensive Teas In The World

Tea is considered one of the oldest drinks in the world as there is no place on the planet where tea is not served. There have been many types of tea being used as a crucial element for festivals, rituals, and even part of our routine as we spend some time with our friends and families.

There are also a few historical events where tea was involved directly. For instance, in the First Opium War or the Boston Tea Party which trigger the American Revolutionary War. It cannot be denied that tea has been in many cultures worldwide with several histories indicating its root coming from China.

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Tea is a very expanding business with so many countries producing their own unique tea. Here we would like to share with you the top 10 most expensive teas in the world that you should try.

10. Silver Tips Imperial ($400 Per Kg)

This popular tea is well known for its unique flavor and strong taste. It is planted widely in the midst of the Himalayas which are around 5,000 to 8,000 feet above sea level.

Its leaves are harvested and sent to the Makaibari Tea Estate in Darjeeling, India which is the first tea factory in the world. The Silver Tips Imperial can be yours for the price of $380 per kg.

9. Gorreana Broken Leaf Black ($405 Per Kg)

Gorreana is considered one of the pioneers in the tea industry as it has the oldest farm that is still operational in Europe. Among some of its exclusive products will be the expensive Broken Leaf Black Tea.

The Broken tea leaves are made from a specific plant that has a soft bronze color to it and is rich in fruit aroma making it delightful to be enjoyed while relaxing.

8. Gyokuro ($650 Per Kg)

As we see most tea leaves undergo the process of grinding, the Gyokuro tea leaves do not, however. Instead, the leaves are protected from the sun for 2 weeks before being harvested.

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This phase is where the amino acids being absorbed will be high giving the tea a sweet taste and distinct aroma. The Gyokuro tea leaves are planted in the Uji City of Japan for around $650 per kg.

7. Poo Poo Pu-Erh ($1,000 Per Kg)

Some of you might find it quite revolting after knowing this type of tea. Well, the name of the tea speaks for itself as it is extracted from the droppings of insects that eat the tea leaves. This sort of operation is happening in Taiwan as farmers use small tweezers and magnifying glass to collect those droppings as they can be relatively small.

This type of tea is said to be made in such a way in the 18th century and it was given as a present to a Chinese Emperor, Qianlong. Since the emperor himself drank this tea, it made it so special costing an average of $1,000 per kg today.

6. Yellow Gold Tea Buds ($3,000 Per Kg)

It is not surprising to see why this tea is overwhelmingly expensive since the tea leaves are sprayed with 24-carat gold. Despite thing tea getting its color artificially, it is still considered edible for consumption.

The harvesting process is also what makes its price skyrocket. The farmers cut the tea leaves from the plant using golden scissors. The harvesting process is only done once each year making it very hard to get your hands on these Yellow Gold tea buds.

5. Tieguanyin ($3,000 Per Kg)

This rich oolong tea got its name in respect to Guan Yin, a Buddhist god known for his graciousness. Its fresh tea leaves with a slight golden color to them can be brewed multiple times before its unique nutty taste dissipates.

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Due to this, one kg of Tieguanyin in the market will cost you around $3,000.

4. Vintage Narcissus Wuyi Oolong ($6,500 Per Kg)

These tea leaves have been made since 500 years ago and it was named after a Greek legend, Narcissus. The tea leaves are planted and harvested in Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China.

A special box containing this tea is exported from China to Singapore and Hong Kong where it will be sold to Chinese tea collectors.

3. Panda Dung ($70,000 Per Kg)

For those looking for something slightly exotic, the Panda Dung tea might be the perfect choice of drink to warm you during that cold winter.

It is made out of panda droppings which were given these particular tea leaves and wild bamboo. It is said that these panda dung tea leaves are rich in nutrition and among one of the most expensive teas in the world.

2. PG Tips Diamond Tea Bag ($10,000 Per Teabag)

This tea bag definitely spells luxury as the content of this tea bag comprised of Silver Tips Imperial tea which is an already expensive tea leaf. That's not all but there are also other special content inside the tea bag.

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Every bag is filled with 280 diamond pieces and handmade by a jeweler, Boodles. This tea bag was made in conjunction with the 75th anniversary of the company.

1. Da-Hong Pao ($1.2 Million Per Kg)

These tea leaves are perhaps the most overwhelmingly expensive tea in the world costing $1.2 million per kg. But for those working in the tea industry, this is the actual reality. Some of you might be wondering what made these tea leaves so special to have cost that much?

Well, there is definitely a history behind it as the tea leaves have been planted since the Ming Dynasty and it has been declared a national treasury of China. It is commonly given as presents to important individuals and icons of the country.

The process of making Da-Hong Pao tea has remained a secret kept tight by the Chinese government which will remain a mystery to the public.

Source:

• the Asianparent

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