Characteristics:
- Type: Sheng Puerh (Raw Puerh)
- Manufacturer: XiaGuan Tea Factory
- Name: Sheng Tai Lao Shu (Organic Old Tree) Tuo
- Form: Compressed Tuo (Nest/Bowl)
- Weight: 100 grams
Flavor Profile:
- Appearance: The tea threads are large and strong, with some roughness, giving it a less neat appearance compared to general teas.
- Tea Liquor: Clear and bright, with a unique redness similar to Shou (ripe) Puerh due to the fast aging speed, attributed to the relatively loose compression of the cake, especially in the earlier years of this series.
- Aroma: Wild tea unique sourness and resilience.
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Taste:
- Huigan: Good returning sweetness that refreshes the throat.
- Flavor: Lingering and refreshing, characteristic of wild tea.
Experience:
- Unique Qualities: The tea's unique sourness and resilience stand out, offering a distinct taste experience.
- Aging: The loose compression aids in faster aging, contributing to its clear and reddish liquor.
- Mouthfeel: The tea produces a good amount of saliva, enhancing the overall mouthfeel and aftertaste.
Storage:
- Guangzhou Natural Storage: Ensures optimal conditions for aging, maintaining the tea’s quality and enhancing its flavors over time.
Variation:
- Series: The "Sheng Tai Lao Shu" series includes both cake and tuo (nest/bowl) forms, using the same high-quality materials each year.
Recommendation:
This tea is well-suited for those who enjoy the unique qualities of wild tea, such as its distinctive sourness and resilience. The "Sheng Tai Lao Shu" Tuo offers a rich, lingering flavor with good Huigan and saliva-producing properties, making it a refreshing and enjoyable tea for daily consumption or for enhancing your tea collection.