Special Grade Ripe Pu 'er Tea Cake for the Year of the Tiger, made from Menghai Ancient tree spring tea, Yunnan ancient tree ripe tea, imperial court
Experience the Rarity: 2024 Spring Tea from 500-Year-Old Single Trees
In the misty highlands of Yunnan, where ancient tea traditions meet pristine nature, we proudly present our 2024 Spring Tea - a limited harvest from just 19 meticulously selected 500-year-old single tea trees.
The Art of Selective Harvesting
Each 357g cake represents the pinnacle of artisanal tea production. Our expert pickers practice tiao cai (selective plucking), hand-selecting only the finest spring buds from these ancient trees. This year's yield was particularly special - with just 19 trees deemed worthy of harvest.
Why Single Tree Pu'er?
- Unparalleled Terroir: Each tree develops unique characteristics based on its micro-environment
- Pure Expression: No blending means you taste the true essence of these ancient trees
- Rarity: With only 19 trees harvested, this is an extremely limited production
Tea Specifications
| Production: | Pu'er Minghao Tea Co., Ltd |
| Harvest: | Spring 2024 |
| Region: | Yunnan, China |
| Type: | Raw Pu'er (Sheng Cha) |
| Weight: | 357g cake |
| Storage: | Dry, ventilated, away from light and odors |
Aging Potential
This young raw pu'er carries the promise of remarkable transformation. Stored properly, it will develop deeper complexity year after year, becoming what connoisseurs call Yue Chen Yue Xiang - more aged, more fragrant.
How to Enjoy
For the full experience, we recommend:
- Using 5-7g per 100ml water
- Water temperature at 90-95°C (194-203°F)
- Quick rinse (5-10 seconds) for the first infusion
- Gradually increasing steeping time with each subsequent brew
This tea will reward you with 10+ infusions, revealing new dimensions with each steep - from initial floral freshness to enduring honeyed sweetness.
Own a Piece of Tea History
With only a limited number of cakes available from this year's harvest, we invite discerning tea lovers to secure their piece of living history. Each cake is a bridge between ancient traditions and future enjoyment, destined to become a treasured part of your collection.
