Why are there yellow leaves in tea cakes?
Why are there yellow leaves in tea cakes? Yellow leaves in tea cakes, commonly known as 'Huang Pian' or 'yellow flakes,' are typically older, coarse leaves that turn yellowish. During the standard harvesting of Pu-erh tea, which usually involves one bud and two leaves, some older leaves may not be fully rolled during processing or might be...

Tea News · Sep 08, 2025