{"product_id":"2006-cnnp-puerh-8001-jing-mai-gu-shu-8001-jingmai-old-tree-cake-380g-puerh-sheng-cha-raw-tea","title":"2006 CNNP Puerh \"8011 - Nan Nuo Gu Shu\" (8011 - Nannuo Old Tree) Cake 380g Puerh Sheng Cha Raw Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis cake is made from carefully selected old tree leaves sourced from Nan Nuo Mountain.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tea leaves are tightly rolled with strong threads, displaying an attractive appearance that reflects its long aging process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAt a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2006 · Sheng (raw) puerh · 380g cake · CNNP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compression is moderate, allowing ample space for even aging and gradual flavor development over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe brewed liquor is clear and bright, showcasing a lively color.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe flavor offers a balanced profile with medium astringency and light to medium bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt presents a complex and full-bodied taste with distinctive sweetness unique to Nan Nuo Mountain, complemented by a subtle smoky note.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e everyday drinking. It is forgiving to brew, so first-time puerh drinkers can start here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100°C (212°F), fully boiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreheat the vessel; add around 5g per 100ml.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne rinse to open the leaves, then a covered rest of about 10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep 10–15 seconds at first, adding ~5 seconds per round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways pour out completely into a fairness cup before drinking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep steeping — sheng rewards patience with many rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are guidelines to start from, not rules to obey. Experiment with your pour, your pace, and the season; the same leaf tastes different on a rainy day. The goal is the skill to brew it well whenever, wherever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGive it air, coolness and dryness; keep it out of the sun and clear of potent odors (spices, smoke). For multi-year aging, paper or unglazed clay lets the tea breathe in a way sealed plastic never will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally stored in Guangzhou, this tea benefits from careful aging and preservation to enhance its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 2em; margin-bottom: 0.6em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot every cake shows these, but they can occur, especially in teas with more years of storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBamboo powder (zhu fen):\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea oil spots:\u003c\/strong\u003e yellowish spots may appear and can come from natural tea oils. They are not a flaw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTorn wrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e small tears or holes in the cotton paper may happen during storage and handling. 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