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Yooper Yellow Yellow Tea

Rare loose leaf yellow tea with a fresh, mellow, earthy flavor and smooth malt/grain notes. Crafted in China and inspired by Michigan’s U.P.

$7.99

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Experience a unique and unforgettable cup with Yooper Yellow—a rare tea inspired by Michigan’s U.P. and crafted in China. This loose leaf yellow tea brews a fresh, mellow, earthy cup with smooth notes of malt and grain that make it feel round and easy to sip. Yellow tea is its own specialty category, processed differently than green tea to create its golden hue and robust, smooth character. Brew it gently and enjoy it slow—this is a great tea for re-steeping.

Best for: 

Adventurous tea drinkers + smooth “in-between” teas (not green, not black)

Ingredients

  • Yellow Tea Leaves

Quick picks:

  • Hot: Best use (smooth + mellow)

  • Iced: Light + refreshing

  • With milk: Not recommended

Yellow tea is prepared through a unique process of oxidation, steaming, and charcoal drying, creating a golden-yellow hue and a smooth, robust flavor profile.

Flavor profile 

Mellow earthiness with gentle malt and grain notes and a smooth, rounded finish.

Unique quality

A rare loose leaf yellow tea (specialty category) with a fresh, mellow, earthy profile and smooth malt + grain notes—crafted in China and inspired by Michigan’s U.P. Great for slow sipping and re-steeping.


  • Rare Yellow Tea (Specialty Category) : A unique tea style beyond green/black.

  • Fresh, Mellow, Earthy Taste: Smooth malt and grain notes with a rounded finish.

  • Crafted in China : Made using traditional yellow tea processing.

  • Loose Leaf Only: Best for a full, nuanced steep.

  • Great for Slow Sipping: Smooth, easy cup with depth.


  • Use 1 tsp per 8 oz water

  • Water temp: 175–190°F

  • Steep 2–3 minutes
    Tip: You can often re-steep yellow tea 1–2 times, adding a little time each round.

Does this have caffeine?
Yes—yellow tea contains caffeine.

Is this green tea?
No—yellow tea is its own category and is processed differently than green tea.

Can I re-steep it?
Yes—often 1–2 more times, adding a little time each round.