Characteristics:
- Type: Sheng Puerh (Raw Puerh)
- Manufacturer: XiaGuan Tea Factory, renowned for its long history and expertise in producing high-quality Puerh tea.
- Name: 8613
- Origin: Yunnan Province, China, a region celebrated for its ideal tea-growing conditions.
- Form: Compressed cake (Bingcha)
- Weight: 357 grams
Flavor Profile:
- Tea Materials: High ratio of young buds and tiny leaves, contributing to a refreshing taste and rich tea flavor.
- Appearance: The cake is well-compressed, though not as hard as the Iron Cake version, with a consistent structure that has been moving towards more looseness in recent years.
- Liquor Color: The brewed tea liquor is clear and bright.
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Taste: This tea offers a well-rounded flavor profile:
- Smooth and Thick: The taste is both smooth and thick, providing a satisfying and full-bodied tea experience.
- Sweet and Well Balanced: The flavor is sweet and well-balanced, offering a pleasant drinking experience.
- Minor Bitterness and Astringency: There is a minor level of bitterness and astringency that quickly withdraws, leaving a clean and pleasant aftertaste.
- Mouthfeel: The tea provides a round and lingering mouthfeel, enhancing the overall enjoyment of the tea.
Storage:
- The tea has been stored in Guangzhou under natural conditions, ensuring optimal aging and preservation of its quality.
Additional Notes:
- 8613 Series: The "8613" series, including the "T8613" (Iron Cake version), uses a blend recipe initiated in 1986, known for its high-quality tea materials and craftsmanship.
- Iron Cake Version: The "T8613" (Iron Cake 8613) is pressed into a hard cake, making it difficult to pry and dissolve even in boiling water. This hard pressing slows the aging process and well preserves the original tea fragrance.
- General Version: The general "8613" cake is not as hard as the Iron Cake version, with varying hardness levels each year, trending towards more looseness in recent productions.
Recommendation:
- The 2011 XiaGuan "8613" Cake is highly recommended for tea enthusiasts who appreciate a well-balanced and robust Sheng Puerh. Its smooth and thick taste, coupled with its sweet and refreshing flavor profile, makes it a standout tea suitable for both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging.
Experience the rich tradition and refined craftsmanship of the 2011 XiaGuan "8613" Cake, a tea that embodies the excellence and heritage of XiaGuan Tea Factory.