2019 BingDao Pu Erh Tea #1079

【Tea Description】

The 2019 Bingdao Ancient Tree Pu'er Tea is crafted from ancient large-leaf tea trees (Da Ye Zhong) in Bingdao Village, Lincang, Yunnan. As a premium raw (sheng) Pu'er, it features robust leaves with natural vitality, offering a complex profile that evolves with aging.

【Production Process】

The traditional sheng Pu'er process includes 8 steps: Fresh leaf picking → Kill-green (sha qing) → Rolling → Sun-drying → Steaming → Pressing into cakes → Natural aging since 2019 → Final sorting.

【The Dry Tea Leaves】

The dry cake showcases intact, thick leaves with a dark green hue and abundant white hairs. The aroma is fresh and floral, with subtle notes of honey and wild herbs.

【Tea Liquor】

The liquor is bright golden-yellow with a crystalline clarity, developing the amber tones of early aging.

【Tea Taste】

Initial notes of ripe mango and osmanthus lead to a crisp, sweet aftertaste with a refreshing "huigan" (returning sweetness). The texture is smooth yet lively, with a long-lasting finish that highlights Bingdao's signature floral elegance. It withstands 8–10 infusions, revealing deeper layers of complexity.

【Health benefits】

Rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, this tea supports: - Enhanced metabolism and fat digestion - Improved heart health by aiding cholesterol regulation - Stress relief and mental clarity - Gut health and detoxification - Skin rejuvenation through free radical reduction

【Recommended for】

Ideal for Pu'er enthusiasts seeking the unique terroir of Bingdao, as well as those who appreciate the crispness of raw Pu'er. Suitable for daily consumption and long-term aging collections.

【Brewing tools】

Yixing clay teapot, Gaiwan, or glass pitcher for showcasing the liquor's clarity

【Brewing method】

Use 7–9g of tea for 150ml boiling water (100℃). Rinse once quickly to remove dust before the first steep.

【Number of brews】

8–10 infusions, with flavor intensity gradually softening into sweet, herbaceous notes.

【Brewing time】

First infusion: 10–15 seconds | Second–fifth infusions: 15–20 seconds | Later infusions: 20–25 seconds