Crafted with select tea leaves sourced from Wu Liang Mountain, this tea is specially produced to commemorate the 35th anniversary of the Tulin Fenghuang (Tulin Phoenix) Tea Factory.
The tea is shaped into a round cake that boasts a relatively loose structure, allowing it to be easily broken apart by hand.
Composed primarily of large, rough tea leaves interspersed with stems, it showcases a natural, unrefined quality.
This tea undergoes a medium to heavy fermentation process, contributing to its distinct character.
An excellent choice for those seeking a quality shou puerh for daily enjoyment, this tea stands as a distinguished alternative.
Tea Profile
At a glance: 2019 · Ripe (shou/shu) puerh · 400g cake · TuLinFengHuang
Upon first tasting, it presents a subtle bitterness that gracefully gives way to a lingering sweetness, a hallmark of its large, robust leaves.
On the palate, it offers a mellow, smooth, and thick texture.
The tea leaves an enduring aftertaste, inviting contemplation with each sip.
Best for: everyday drinking in relaxed daily sessions, and a good pick for newcomers.
Brewing Guide
Water: rolling boil, 100°C (212°F).
- Rinse teaware with hot water; use roughly 5g of tea for each 100ml of vessel.
- Rinse the leaves twice, then cover and rest about 10 minutes to let them open.
- Begin with 10–15 second steeps, lengthening each by about 5 seconds.
- Decant fully into a sharing pitcher each time.
- Enjoy — ripe puerh keeps giving for many infusions.
Use this as a starting point, not a fixed formula. Play with pour height and speed, and notice how the tea answers in different weather and seasons. Learning to brew one tea well anywhere, anytime is the real craft.
Storage
Store in a cool, dry place with gentle airflow, out of direct light and away from strong smells such as cooking spices or smoke. If you plan to age it for years, breathable paper or clay storage suits puerh better than airtight plastic.
Guangzhou natural storage.
A Note on Appearance
Not every cake shows these, but they can occur, especially in teas with more years of storage.
- Bamboo powder (zhu fen): a natural sign of traditional bamboo-husk packing. In Guangdong's warm, humid climate, tiny bamboo insects can make their home in the husk, nibbling the husk and cotton paper wrapper while leaving the tea itself untouched. What they leave behind is a fine powder, seen only on certain teas and more often on aged ones. It is harmless to hygiene; a few strokes with a clean toothbrush or soft brush before brewing is all it takes.
- Tea oil spots: yellowish spots may appear and can come from natural tea oils. They are not a flaw.
- Torn wrapper: small tears or holes in the cotton paper may happen during storage and handling. The tea inside is unaffected.
