Description
xThis Shou Puerh Tea (Ripe Pu-erh Tea) was produced in 2008 in Menghai, Yunnan—one of the most renowned core regions for Pu-erh Tea in China. It is crafted from premium high-mountain tea leaves using a complex wet piling fermentation process.
This technique enables the tea to develop rich flavors and aromas characteristic of aged tea in a relatively short time. Compared to Sheng Pu-erh Tea or Raw Pu-erh Tea, the production process is more intricate and yields a smaller quantity.
In simple terms, this tea is already considered a 'mature' tea at the time of release. Under proper storage conditions, Ripe Pu-erh Tea continues to undergo slow post-fermentation, resulting in an even more integrated, mellow, and refined infusion.
After 17 years of careful aging, this tea fully demonstrates the value of long-term fermentation. The fermentation is stable, with no trace of 'pile taste.' The liquor is a deep, clear reddish-brown, and the mouthfeel is smooth and full-bodied, carrying notes of wood, aged aroma, and a subtle herbal undertone. It enters gently and leaves a lasting sensation in the throat.
Compared to Raw Pu-erh Tea, Ripe Pu-erh Tea is milder and smoother in taste, with lower astringency and stimulation. It is friendlier to the stomach, making it suitable for daily drinking, and also carries clear value for aging and collection.
This classic Menghai ripe tea represents a flagship of our Ripe (Shu) Pu-erh Tea series. Whether you're a seasoned tea connoisseur or new to Pu-erh Tea, you will appreciate the depth and calm strength imparted by time.
About the Naming
'Shou Puerh Tea' is an alternative English spelling for 'Ripe Pu-erh Tea', commonly used across international markets and among tea lovers worldwide. We use this spelling in the product title to help users from different linguistic backgrounds easily find and recognize this tea.
In the product description, however, we primarily use the more standard 'Ripe Pu-erh Tea'—the widely accepted and authoritative term in the tea industry.
Rest assured, both names refer to the same premium ripe Pu-erh tea from Yunnan, China.
Tea Details
- Year: 2008
- Type: Ripe (also called Shou or Shu) Puerh Tea
- Shape: Tea Cake
- Weight: 357g
- Origin: Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
- Elevation: High-Mountain Region
- Varietal (Cultivar): Da Ye Zhong (Large-Leaf Variety)
Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide
(Traditional Method)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Tea-to-Water Ratio | 10g tea per 160ml water |
| Steeping Time | |
| Brews 1–5 | Steep for 8–15 sec |
| Brews 6–10 | Steep for 15–20 seconds |
| Brews 11–15 | Steep for 20–25 seconds |
| Brews 16+ | Steep for 25+ sec |
Tips: Tea masters recommend steeping times based on each tea's unique flavor, starting the timer after pouring the water.
Common Brewing Guide
(Easy Everyday Preparation)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Leaf-to-Water Ratio | 3g per 100ml |
| Steeping Time | About 1–2 minutes |
| Subsequent Infusions | Increase by 30 seconds each time |
Tips: You can adjust the steeping time or leaf-to-water ratio to suit your taste—shorten the infusion for a lighter brew or extend it for a stronger one.
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