Xiaguan "Jia Tuo," a modern iteration of the former "Jia Ji Tuo Cha," is a distinguished Puerh Raw Tea (Sheng Cha) renowned for its premium quality and traditional blending techniques. This tea is carefully crafted using high-grade materials, predominantly consisting of buds and young leaves, following a recipe that dates back to around 1951.
Taste Profile:
- Smoky: A prominent smoky aroma that is both tantalizing and characteristic of traditional processing.
- Thickness and Strength: The tea boasts a robust flavor, offering a dense and potent tea experience.
- Fragrance: It is notably fragrant, enhancing the overall sensory experience.
- Huigan: The returning sweetness in the aftertaste develops quickly, a quality highly sought after by tea enthusiasts.
- Bitterness: The tea exhibits a clear, apparent bitterness, adding complexity to its flavor.
- Pungency: There is a slight or minor pungency, complementing the tea's robust character.
- Saliva Production: The tea is effective in stimulating saliva production, enhancing the tasting experience.
Storage: Stored in Guangzhou's natural conditions.
Background:
- "Te Tuo" (特沱): This term refers to "Special Grade Tuo Cha," made from high-quality tea leaves rich in tiny buds and young leaves.
- "Jia Tuo" (甲沱): Originally "Jia Ji Tuo Cha," this represents "1st Grade Tuo Cha," utilizing first-grade tea leaves with a higher ratio of young and large leaves.
- "Yi Ji Tuo Cha" (乙级沱茶): This is "2nd Grade Tuo Cha," made from second-grade tea leaves known for their larger size and strength.
- "Bing Ji Tuo Cha" (丙级沱茶): Translating to "3rd Grade Tuo Cha," it's made from third-grade tea leaves featuring strong leaves and stems.
- "Da Zhong Tuo Cha" (大众沱茶): Meaning "4th Grade Tuo Cha," this consists of fourth-grade tea leaves, characterized by their rougher quality and stem inclusion.