Classic Bai Lin Gong Fu or "Golden Monkey" Black Tea from Fuding Fujian

Bai Lin Gong Fu (aka Golden Monkey) Black Tea is made from Fuding Da Bai Hao "White Pekoe" varietal tea leaves. Our Premium grade is a one leaf to 1 bud semi-tippy grade. The tea leaves are picked in sets with 1 leaf and 1 bud. The processing allows for a golden-orange furry tip complemented by a dark leaf.

The brewed tea is sweet, viscous, fruity and floral. Very smooth drinking black tea with a little bit of bite, but not too much. Some people might prefer this to our pure tips Imperial Grade.

This tea is often referred to as "Golden Monkey" Black tea by western vendors.

Actual colors of the tea may vary somewhat from pictured. Purchase the smallest amount to try before purchasing larger amounts.

Effects and functions of drinking Black tea

1. Assist in digestion
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea is rich in tea polyphenols, theaflavins and other ingredients, which can help enhance gastrointestinal motility, promote the secretion of digestive juices, thereby improving digestive function and helping food digestion and absorption. Drinking Bai Lin Gongfu black tea, especially after a hearty meal, can help relieve the burden of greasy food, promote digestion, and avoid discomfort such as bloating and stomach acid.

2. Assist in anti-oxidation and anti-aging
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea is rich in tea polyphenols and catechins, which have strong antioxidant capacity and can neutralize free radicals in the body and reduce their damage to cells. Long-term drinking of Bai Lin Gongfu black tea can help delay skin aging, keep the skin smooth and delicate, and slow down the aging process.

3. Assist in enhancing immunity
The tea polyphenols, vitamin C, amino acids and other ingredients in Bai Lin Gongfu black tea have strong antibacterial and antiviral effects. Drinking in moderation can help enhance the body's immunity, help resist external pathogens and viruses, and reduce the risk of illness, especially in seasons with greater climate change, which can effectively enhance the body's resistance.

4. Assist in fighting fatigue and refreshing the mind
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea contains a moderate amount of caffeine, which can stimulate the central nervous system, enhance people's alertness, refresh the mind, and improve fatigue. Drinking Bai Lin Gongfu black tea while working and studying can improve attention and work efficiency, and is especially suitable for people who need to concentrate for a long time.

5. Assist in promoting cardiovascular health
Tea polyphenols, theaflavins and other substances in Bai Lin Gongfu black tea have the effects of anti-thrombosis, lowering blood lipids, and dilating blood vessels. They can help lower blood pressure, reduce cholesterol deposition, and promote cardiovascular health. Regular drinking can help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension and coronary heart disease, and is especially suitable for middle-aged and elderly people with cardiovascular problems.

6. Assist in weight loss and help control weight
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea has a certain weight loss effect because it can promote fat metabolism and reduce fat absorption. It helps to improve gastrointestinal function, promote excretion, and help eliminate excess fat and waste in the body. For people who want to control their weight, drinking Bai Lin Gongfu black tea can help accelerate metabolism and reduce fat accumulation.

7. Assists in clearing the mouth and digestion, and has antibacterial effects
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea has the effect of refreshing breath, can clean the mouth, reduce the growth of bacteria in the mouth, and help maintain oral health. The catechins in tea have the effect of inhibiting bacterial growth and can prevent oral diseases such as bad breath and gingivitis.

8. Assists in lowering blood sugar and regulating blood sugar levels
The polyphenols in Bai Lin Gongfu black tea can regulate insulin secretion, help maintain blood sugar stability, and lower postprandial blood sugar levels. For diabetic patients, drinking Bai Lin Gongfu black tea in moderation under the guidance of a doctor can help control blood sugar and maintain a stable blood sugar level.

9. Assists in diuresis and detoxification
Bai Lin Gongfu black tea has a certain diuretic effect, which can help remove excess water and toxins from the body. By promoting urine excretion, it helps maintain the body's water and electrolyte balance and helps detoxification.

Important Note:
While Tie Guan Yin tea offers numerous health benefits, it should not replace medications for treating diseases. It is also important to consume it in moderation, as drinking too much strong tea can cause side effects like insomnia or gastrointestinal discomfort. Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and individuals with insomnia should consult a doctor and drink the tea cautiously based on their specific conditions.