{"product_id":"1994-cnnp-puerh-pu-er-cha-zhuan-puerh-tea-brick-1000g-4pcs-puerh-ripe-tea-shou-cha","title":"1994 CNNP Puerh \"Pu Er Cha Zhuan\" (Puerh Tea Brick ) 1000g (4pcs) Puerh Ripe Tea Shou Cha","description":"\u003cp\u003eUnlike the \"7581\" blend, this unique recipe is crafted with a higher proportion of fine tiny tea leaves and young buds, reducing the presence of rough, large stems for a more refined taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe understand that some connoisseurs might be sensitive to this aspect. If you have any concerns, we encourage you to reach out to us for confirmation before placing your order.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eReflecting on the journey of puerh tea, around the years 2005 to 2007, this variety was not as renowned or sought-after as it is today. During that era, less emphasis was placed on storage conditions by producers, dealers, and collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis oversight occasionally led to the discovery of extraneous elements in the tea, such as sunflower seed shells, hairs, and even cigarette butts. Particularly in Guangdong province, the prolonged summers characterized by high humidity and temperatures can inadvertently impart a 'wet storage' quality to the tea.\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 1994 · Ripe (shou\/shu) puerh · 1000g brick · CNNP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis exquisite tea offers a delightful herbal-like flavor, intertwined with a sweet, smooth, and mellow profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHowever, rest assured that this characteristic does not detract from its rich taste and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur commitment to quality ensures that only the best, most enjoyable tea reaches your cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is especially recommended for seasoned tea enthusiasts seeking to elevate their tea experience. Such conditions can render the tea unsuitable for consumption, and we, as avid tea drinkers, choose not to indulge in these batches.\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 fully boiling, 100°C (212°F).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm the pot and cups, then add about 5g of leaf per 100ml.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse twice with boiling water, then cover and let the leaves rest about 10 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep the first rounds for 10–15 seconds, adding about 5 seconds with each round.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour every steep into a fairness pitcher before serving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe. Ripe puerh resteeps well for many rounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTreat these as starting points rather than fixed rules. Try high or low pours, fast or slow, and brew in different seasons to find the method that suits you. Brewing the same tea well in any year, season, weather or place takes practice, and that skill is the real goal.\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\u003eKeep the tea ventilated, cool and dry, away from sunlight and strong odors (kitchen spices, smoke). For long-term aging, paper or clay containers breathe better than sealed plastic. This tea was kept in traditional wet storage, which gives it a darker, mellower character than dry-stored tea of the same age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatured through natural storage in Guangzhou, this tea carries subtle hints of a wet storage aroma.\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 brick 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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