{"product_id":"2006-cnnp-puerh-8001-jing-mai-gu-shu-8001-jingmai-old-tree-cake-380g-puerh-sheng-cha-raw","title":"2006 CNNP Puerh \"8001 - Jing Mai Gu Shu\" (8001 - Jingmai Old Tree) Cake 380g Puerh Sheng Cha Raw Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 2006 Puerh cake is crafted from leaves harvested from the ancient trees of Jing Mai Tea Mountain, known for their robust and complex flavor profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter years of natural aging in Guangzhou, the tea leaves exhibit strong, tightly woven threads and a rich, dark hue, a testament to its well-preserved quality.\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 cake is relatively loose, making it easy to pry for brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe liquor boasts a bright, clear color, with a very subtle smoky aroma. The flavor is remarkably smooth, with little to no bitterness or astringency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA delicate sweetness unfolds on the palate, accompanied by a long-lasting aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tea water is dense and mellow, offering an excellent hui gan (returning sweetness) and a pleasant mouthfeel that encourages salivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e This Puerh is a well-balanced choice, perfect for both seasoned tea enthusiasts and newcomers alike.\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 the leaves once with boiling water and let them rest, covered, for 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. Sheng 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged in Guangzhou’s natural storage environment.\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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