$10 USD
Old tea garden material from Jinuo Shan, Eastern Xishuangbanna
Fermented in Menghai
Strong taste, classic Menghai, some bitterness, thick and complex
Have you ever found any bitterness in ripe Pu-erh? This one has a hint of it, a fairly light fermentation leaves the terroir to shine, although Jinuo Shan is not known for its bitterness.
As soon as the leaves open up, you'll get plenty of belgian beer-like thickness, a good feel of layering as the soup makes its way through your throat. Even a touch of Huigan can be felt, which is rare in this type of tea.
It pays to use good material when making Shu Pu-erh.