Description:
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Origin: Sourced from the ancient trees of the Lao Zhai region in Bingdao, this tea is a testament to the rich heritage of the area. MengKu RongShi has been cultivating and refining teas from Bingdao since 1984, with a deep understanding of the unique terroir this region offers.
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Product: "Bing Dao - Lao Zhai Gu Shu" is a 200g cake of raw Puerh tea, made exclusively from leaves of venerable old trees. These trees, having grown for decades, imbue the tea with a complexity and depth that younger trees cannot match.
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Taste Profile:
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Aroma & Flavor: Expect a bouquet of floral and honeyed notes with undertones of aged wood and earthiness. The tea has a pronounced sweetness, known as 'Bing Dao sweetness', which is both fresh and lingering, complemented by a subtle bitterness that resolves into a sweet aftertaste.
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Appearance: The leaves are dark green with a sheen, showcasing the maturity and quality of the old tree material. The tea cake is compact yet loose enough to allow for proper aging.
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Liquor: The tea liquor is clear with a golden hue, thick and viscous, speaking to the richness of the old tree leaves. The mouthfeel is silky, with layers of flavor that unfold with each sip, offering a smooth, enduring sweetness.
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Unique Qualities:
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Harvested from old trees, this tea captures the essence of time, with each leaf telling a story of the terroir and the careful stewardship of the growers. The tea's longevity in the cup is remarkable, with the flavor profile shifting subtly through multiple infusions, revealing different facets of the tea's character.
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Why It's Special: This tea is not just a beverage but an experience, connecting the drinker to the ancient practices and landscapes of Bingdao. It's a celebration of nature's complexity, transformed by human hands with respect and artistry into a cup that can be savored for its depth, aroma, and the cultural heritage it represents.
