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Varietal: Pǔ’er County Heirloom Da’Ye Zhong (large leaf varietal), wild crafted heirloom tea trees 800-1,200 years old. 2.5+ meters in height, deep reaching roots & broad limbs. Limited harvest
Profile: Smooth coffee like richness, caramel aroma & distinguished profile
Process: Sustainably harvested leaves, steamed > rolled > dried > (ripened, shú) > post fermented (matured and aged)
Attributes: Higher caffeine, aids weight loss, digestion, cleansing, eliminates alcohol toxins. Reduces high cholesterol*. Certified organic, sustainably harvested, single origin, garden direct. Lan’Xang tea species are higher in polyphenol content by 5-7%,catechin 30-60% and water-soluble substances 3-5%.
Preparation: 1 Tbs per 8 oz, 212˚ F, 5-7 min. For iced tea, steep tea strongly, allow to cool, pour over ice
Region: Pǔ’er County, Simao District, Red mineral rich soil of the mountainous areas along the fog laden 5,000 ft. + elev. 22˚ N. Lat.
Garden: Lan’Xang heirloom rainforest tea arbors
Thanks to LIBERTEAS for this one!
My TO_BE_SAMPLED Pile is really stacking up! I’m going to try and do something about that today! LOL :)
I’m a fan of most things Sun Ripened. I don’t know why…but I am!
Sips of this reminds me of steamed veggies. Then others are smooth and sweet. Another sip hints at sweet wood. While another sip has a faint spice of some sort.
I like how this seems to jump around. Makes for an interesting cuppa. It’s a tea that makes ya think! I like that!
Thank you TeaEqualsBliss for the sample. This has been on the top of my list since the sample package arrived. So I gave it a go needing a little pick me up. This tastes very earthy and smooth. I think I’m even picking up on something a little sweet perhaps a hint of chocolate? I’m truly enjoying this cup as I relax on the couch and enjoy a bit of Downton Abbey. I think this one will need to go on the shopping list. It is truly an exceptional pu’erh.
I received this tea as part of my Foodzie tasting box in January, and I was just a little disappointed that it was Pu-erh. However, this is quite good. Very smooth and sweet. Deliciously sweet with notes of caramel and hints of spice. There is a touch of salt in the background – not brine-y, exactly, but just a hint of salt that seems to work well with the flavors of the cup.
I really like this Pu-erh.
