Name: Liu Bao Tea – Pressed Cake “20060”
Brand: Sanhe (Three Cranes / Wuzhou Tea Factory)
Grade: Special Grade (Te Ji)
Form: Pressed Tea Cake
Specification: 500g per cake · 6 cakes per stack/box · 24 cakes per carton
Aroma Profile: Betel-nut aroma · Fungal/“Golden Flower” floral aroma
Aging Start Date: December 25, 2020
Production Date: January 8, 2024
Product Description
The 20060 Liu Bao tea cake is produced by Wuzhou Tea Factory using carefully selected 2020 spring tea leaves. It is crafted with the factory’s traditional light-fermentation method, preserving more of the tea’s inner substance for long-term aging potential.
The appearance is round and well-pressed, with clear leaf veins, tight strips, abundant tea buds, and a dark brown sheen. Compression is moderate—ideal for both brewing and storage. The dry aroma shows rich floral-honey notes mixed with fungal fragrance, and some cakes exhibit a noticeable presence of Golden Flowers (金花).
Each cake weighs 500g.
Tasting Notes
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Taste: Thick, mellow, sweet, and refreshing
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Mouthfeel: Smooth, dense, and silky; strong and lasting huigan (returning sweetness)
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Aroma: Distinct betel-nut aroma intertwined with fungal/floral notes, carrying the familiar, classic Three Cranes Liu Bao charm
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Character: High-grade raw material, traditional craftsmanship, and proper cellar aging and wood-shelf dry storage all contribute to a well-balanced tea
Overall, the 2024 Sanhe “20060” combines excellent aroma and flavor performance. With its quality materials, traditional process, and multi-year aging, it offers great value and is a Liu Bao tea cake worthy of both drinking and collection.