• Processing: During this phase, the damp leaves rest and develop a yellowish tone.

• Appearance: The resulting tea has a yellow-green color and a distinctive aroma that sets it apart from green and white teas.

Occasionally, its scent is mistaken for black tea, especially if other herbs are used during curing, but the taste retains similarities to green and white teas. Historically, yellow tea was considered a luxury, often reserved for the imperial court.