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The "yuan bao zi" Shu Puer has a very distinguish flavour to the traditional Shu Puer Teas due to its unique slow fermentation process, conducted at lower temperature and humidity levels compared to the typical wet-piling fermentation method. The fermentation process extends over at least 240 days, resulting in a tea with deep amber0red liquor and a nuanced flavour profiles. Although the tea is quite new, but has a subtle fermentation aroma, with hints of freshly cooked sticky rice and light herbal medicinal notes. There is a ripe and fruity sweetness that feels vibrant and lively, offering a cooling sensation on the tongue. It has a long, lingering aftertaste, reminiscent of aged raw puer teas, with a warm feeling in the stomach.
This tea was harvested, and slow fermented (over 240 days) in 2019 and compressed in 2020. Harvested from 200 to 300 year old Camellia Sinensis Assamica trees.
This tea is produced by Yuan Bao Zi Tea Company, and their tea forest is located in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China. The tea forest is a naturally farmed tea garden/forest where the tea trees are grown as a part of the surrounding ecology and it is independent from human involvement. The tea trees are planted in the forest randomly and mixed with other wild plants and the soil is totally covered with fern plants. Tea grows very slowly due to no fertiliser. As a result, tea will accumulate higher concentration of minerals and polyphenols. It gives very long lasting aftertaste, soft drinking feeling and stronger flavour. The naturally farmed tea gives another dimension of tasting experience.
The Yuan Bao Zi Tea Company was founded in Kunming in 2008 by several enthusiasts who were fascinated by ancient tea trees. They select only old tea trees which are over 200 years old with at least a 30cm diameter to produce their tea. The company adheres to traditional craftsmanship and specialises in the production of ancient tree tea with unique mountain charm. Follow the sharing concept with tea enthusiasts who love the ancient tea trees enjoy the pure and pollution-free original teas and the meditation of the Buddha.
Water temperature: 100°C
Leaf to water ratio:
3g for 100ml or 5g for 200ml: for very gentle and sweet flavour;
5g for 100ml or 7g for 200ml: for medium level strength with better aroma in the tea liquor;
8g for 100ml or 10g for 200ml: for strong flavour and long lasting aftertaste.
Brewing time: quick brewing about 10-15 seconds; make sure draining all tea liquor from the gaiwan/teapot.
Tips: Adjust the leaf to water ratio if you prefer to shorten the infusion time or for lighter and stronger taste.
Recommended Water: Alway use natural mineral water or filtered tap water
