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Pu-erh Tea by Mountain View Tea Village
Pu-erh tea can be made from a variety of teas. The tea is left to age and will continue to ferment giving a very dark look. Pu-erh teas can come in the loose variety or in the better-known stamped cake style. Pu-erh teas are also known as aged teas. The general rule of thumb is the older the tea the better. New pu-erh can take on a
very earthy taste that is rough. The older the pu-erh the more refined it becomes. The oxygen in the air will changethe tea and create a cup of tea that is distinctively rich robust, earthy, and smooth.
A very interesting tea. I was seeking a stronger pu-erh and the owners recommended this one. Was a bit hesitant to buy a tea that was older than I am, but it turned out to be a great selection. Also the owner gave me a very ‘generous’ ounce :)
I think that the tea is great through 4 or so steepings, and does bring a rather earthy flavor that is also smooth and I might even say more relaxing than some of the other pu-erhs that I’ve had. I will go back to this tea for special occasions.
Prepared tea in a yixing infuser cup (12 oz), drank 2 infusions. Looking at the dry leaves you would never think that this green tea, aged but still green tea. The brew is dark and very smooth. Taste is smoky,earthy. We’ll see what tomorrow brings.
