Product Name: 2023 CNNP Liu Bao "Gong Ti Guan - Yin Guan - Te Ji" (Gongti Can - Silver Can - Super Grade, Aged from 2019)
Category: Liu Bao Dark Tea
Origin: Wuzhou, Guangxi, China
Net Weight: 250g per tin
Category: Liu Bao Dark Tea
Origin: Wuzhou, Guangxi, China
Net Weight: 250g per tin
The 2023 CNNP Liu Bao "Gongti Can - Silver Can - Super Grade" is a distinguished offering from the iconic "Old Eight Zhongcha Gongti Can" series. Crafted from premium Super Grade Liu Bao tea leaves, aged since 2019, this tea undergoes a unique "one tea, multiple cellars, multiple storages" aging process, resulting in a refined and complex profile that exemplifies the artistry of Liu Bao dark tea.
Tea Characteristics:
The dry tea showcases tightly rolled, uniform leaves with a lustrous dark brown hue, exuding a clean, aged fragrance. When brewed, the liquor reveals a bright, translucent red color, captivating the eye. The aroma unfolds with subtle floral notes layered over a rich aged character, while a warm sniff reveals hints of ripe fruit, leaving a pronounced floral honey scent at the cup’s base. The flavor is robust yet sweet and smooth, with a full-bodied, delicate tea liquor that carries a distinct aged charm. The spent leaves are soft and brown, vibrant with vitality, and hold excellent potential for further maturation.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Aged fragrance with floral undertones and ripe fruit hints
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Flavor: Rich, sweet, and silky, with a lingering aged depth
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Color: Bright red, clear and luminous
Historical Legacy:
Born in the 1960s and 1970s, the "Old Eight Zhongcha Gongti Can Liu Bao Tea" series comprises three classic variants—Red Can, Silver Can, and Green Can—each presented in 250g tins. As one of the earliest small-packaged export editions of Liu Bao tea, the series gained its distinctive name "Gongti Can" (Workers’ Stadium Can) from its packaging design, spotlighting Beijing’s Workers’ Stadium. The 2023 Silver Can reissue pays homage to this legacy, blending traditional craftsmanship with exceptional quality to delight modern tea enthusiasts.
Born in the 1960s and 1970s, the "Old Eight Zhongcha Gongti Can Liu Bao Tea" series comprises three classic variants—Red Can, Silver Can, and Green Can—each presented in 250g tins. As one of the earliest small-packaged export editions of Liu Bao tea, the series gained its distinctive name "Gongti Can" (Workers’ Stadium Can) from its packaging design, spotlighting Beijing’s Workers’ Stadium. The 2023 Silver Can reissue pays homage to this legacy, blending traditional craftsmanship with exceptional quality to delight modern tea enthusiasts.
The "Gongti Can - Silver Can - Super Grade" stands as a testament to Liu Bao tea’s enduring appeal, offering a harmonious balance of heritage and flavor, with the promise of continued evolution over time.