Product Name: 2024 CNNP Liu Bao "Bao Lan - Si Lan - Te Ji" (Baolan - Silan - Super Grade, Aged from 2017)
Category: Liu Bao Dark Tea
Origin: Wuzhou, Guangxi, China
Net Weight: 200g per box
Category: Liu Bao Dark Tea
Origin: Wuzhou, Guangxi, China
Net Weight: 200g per box
The 2024 CNNP Liu Bao "Baolan - Silan - Super Grade" is a distinguished expression of Liu Bao dark tea, crafted from premium Super Grade leaves that have been carefully aged since 2017. Celebrated for its "silky smooth liquor and aged aroma," this tea offers a refined sensory experience rooted in tradition and meticulous craftsmanship.
Tea Characteristics:
The tea presents tightly rolled leaves with a deep dark brown hue, subtly adorned with golden bud tips that hint at its superior quality. The brewed liquor unfurls as a lustrous deep red, reminiscent of a smooth crimson silk cascading into the cup, exuding a tangible richness and elegance.
The tea presents tightly rolled leaves with a deep dark brown hue, subtly adorned with golden bud tips that hint at its superior quality. The brewed liquor unfurls as a lustrous deep red, reminiscent of a smooth crimson silk cascading into the cup, exuding a tangible richness and elegance.
When sipped, the velvety tea glides across the palate, delivering a profound aged fragrance that rises to the upper palate and envelops the mouth and nasal passages. This aroma is clear, enduring, and underscored by a steady, grounding woody note. The spent leaves reveal a vibrant, glossy brown texture, brimming with vitality.
Tasting Notes:
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Aroma: Rich, aged character with a calm, woody undertone
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Flavor: Silky and smooth, with a deep, lingering aged essence
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Color: Deep red, bright and luxurious
The "Baolan - Silan - Super Grade" stands as a testament to the art of Liu Bao tea aging, offering a harmonious balance of texture, fragrance, and flavor. This 2024 edition invites tea connoisseurs to savor a timeless classic, elevated by years of careful maturation.
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The "Baolan" Liu Bao tea, affectionately known as "Bao Lan" among tea aficionados, traces its origins to the esteemed Chen Chun Lan Tobacco and Tea Company, a predecessor of Chen Chun Lan Co., Ltd. Established in 1885 as the Chen Chun Lan Baoding Tea House, this renowned tea merchant, headquartered in Hong Kong, has long been a key player in the trade of tobacco and tea, with a significant focus on Liu Bao tea.
Historical Legacy:
During its heyday, Chen Chun Lan Tea House was a dominant force in the Liu Bao tea trade across Malaysia, operating numerous branches throughout the region. At the peak of its prosperity, the company imported 300 baskets of Liu Bao tea—each weighing 50 kilograms—every three months. This tea was distributed wholesale to local restaurants, general stores, and tin mines, while also being sold directly to the public. Celebrated for its rich flavor and affordable price, "Baolan" earned widespread recognition in Malaysia and Southeast Asia, establishing itself as a legendary name in the history of Liu Bao tea commerce.
Chen Chun Lan Co., Ltd. in Malaysia maintained a strong partnership with the China Tea Wuzhou Company (and its predecessors), playing a pivotal role in introducing Liu Bao tea to the global stage. The "Baolan" brand, as a living testament to this era, reflects the grandeur of this vibrant trade history and its contribution to the development of Liu Bao tea.