Pu-erh Tea 357g Old Yunnan Pu Erh Seven Cake Cooked Ripe Aged Puer Tea Tree

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Product attributes: Brand:Unbranded Product:Tea Estimated shipping time: 2 days Product Description: Note: Only sales in the USA(not including Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico, Guam, Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Northern Mariana Islands, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Marshall Islands, AA, AE, AP,United States Minor Outlying Islands, The United States Miscellaneous Pacific Islands, Northern Mariana).Description:Traditional "Seven Sons Cake":This 357-gram weight is a classic and historic standard for Pu'er tea cakes, originating from the time when seven cakes were packed together in a bamboo leaf basket for transport. This format is highly respected by collectors and enthusiasts.Aged Arbor Tree Material:Sourced from older, often ancient, tea trees (Qiao Mu) in Yunnan's premier tea mountains. These trees develop deeper root systems, absorbing more minerals and resulting in a tea with greater complexity, thicker texture, and stronger "Yun" (lingering charm) than plantation tea.Expert Ripening & Aging Process:This tea has undergone careful Wo Dui (wet-pile fermentation) to create the characteristic smooth, mellow profile of ripe Pu'er. It has then been professionally aged under controlled conditions, allowing its flavors to mature, deepen, and become exceptionally smooth.Value for Aging:While delicious now, this cake possesses a robust structure and rich content that will continue to evolve and improve with further storage. It is an excellent choice for both immediate drinking and long-term collection.Tasting NotesDry Leaf: The cake is tightly compressed. The leaves are dark brown and chocolate-colored with visible golden buds. The aroma is clean and earthy with notes of dried wood, sweet hay, and a hint of dates.Soup Color: The brewed liquor is a deep, clear, and luminous ruby red or dark amber, a sign of good fermentation and aging.Aroma: Warm, earthy, and inviting. Dominant notes of rich wet earth, cedarwood, sweet dried jujube dates, and a faint whisper of aromatic Chinese herbs.Taste: The entry is incredibly smooth, thick, and velvety on the palate. It offers a sweet, earthy flavor profile with no astringency. Notes of dark chocolate, caramel, roasted nuts, and red dates are common. The "mouthfeel" (or kougan) is a key highlight.Aftertaste: The sweetness lingers long in the throat and mouth, leaving a clean, comfortable, and warming sensation.Brewing GuideMethod: Best brewed Gongfu style in a Yixing clay teapot or a Gaiwan to appreciate its complexity.Water Temperature: 95°C - 100°C (boiling water is essential).Rinse: Always rinse the tea twice quickly with boiling water to awaken the leaves and open them up.Steeping: Start with short infusions of 5-10 seconds for the first few brews, gradually increasing the time. A high-quality aged cake like this can yield 15+ flavorful infusions.Health BenefitsLike all fine Pu'er tea, this cake is celebrated for its digestive properties. It is perfect to enjoy after a rich meal to aid digestion and cut through grease. It is also known to help lower cholesterol and is rich in antioxidants.Ideal ForPu'er Connoisseurs seeking a classic, aged ripe cake for daily drinking.Collectors interested in a cake with aging potential.Those exploring high-quality Dark Tea, offering a smooth and accessible introduction to aged Pu'er.A thoughtful and impressive gift presented in its traditional paper wrapper.Specifications:Product Name: Yunnan Seven Sons Cake Ripe Pu'er TeaNet Weight: 357 grams (Traditional "Seven Sons Cake" weight)Type: Ripened (Shou) Pu'er Tea (Post-fermented Dark Tea)Origin: Yunnan Province, ChinaTea Material: Aged Arbor Tree Tea LeavesFormat: Compressed Tea Cake (Bing Cha)Package Including:Yunnan Aged Ripened Pu'er Tea Cake (357g)Note:1. Due to the light and screen difference, the item's color may be slightly different from the pictures.2. Please allow 1-2 cm differences due to manual measurement.