2019 LaoBanZhang Pu Erh Tea #1100

【Tea Description】

The 2019 Lao Banzhang Pu'er Tea is a premium aged tea from the iconic Lao Banzhang village in Yunnan, crafted from ancient tree leaves of the大叶种 (Da Ye Zhong) variety. With over 4 years of natural aging, this ripe (shu) Pu'er exhibits deep complexity, featuring rich earthy notes and a smooth, mellow texture.

【Production Process】

Crafted through traditional ripe Pu'er techniques: Fresh leaf picking →杀青 (Kill-green) →揉捻 (Rolling) →渥堆发酵 (Pile fermentation for 45–60 days) →干燥 (Drying) →蒸压成型 (Steaming and pressing into cakes) →自然陈化 (Natural aging since 2019).

【The Dry Tea Leaves】

The dry cake shows tightly compressed, uniform leaves with a dark reddish-brown hue and subtle golden tips. The aroma is deep and warm, combining aged wood, dried plums, and a hint of camphor.

【Tea Liquor】

The brewed liquor is deep red-amber and translucent, with a glossy, oil-rich surface that reflects its matured character.

【Tea Taste】

On the palate, it delivers a full-bodied, velvety texture with upfront notes of dark chocolate, roasted chestnut, and damp earth, followed by a long, sweet aftertaste. The tea's strength ("cha qi") is pronounced yet balanced, leaving a warm, comforting sensation in the throat. It maintains depth through 8–10 infusions.

【Health Benefits】

Rich in post-fermentation compounds, this tea aids: - Digestive health and fat metabolism - Cholesterol regulation and heart health - Stress reduction and sleep quality - Gut microbiome balance - Antioxidant support for anti-aging

【Recommended for】

Ideal for Pu'er connoisseurs seeking aged complexity, as well as those new to ripe Pu'er for its smooth, non-astringent profile. Perfect for daily consumption, especially after meals, or as a collectible investment tea.

【Brewing tools】

Yixing clay teapot (preferred for enhancing aged flavors), Gaiwan, or cast iron teapot

【Brewing method】

Use 8–10g of tea for 150ml boiling water (100℃). Rinse the cake twice with hot water for 5 seconds each to remove dust and activate the leaves.

【Number of brews】

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

【Brewing time】

First infusion: 10–15 seconds | Second–fifth infusions: 15–20 seconds | Later infusions: 25–35 seconds