2008 Shou Puerh Tea Cake (Ripe Pu-erh)

This 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

Origin： Yunnan

Year：2008

Type： Puerh Tea

Chinese Name：班章普洱茶饼

Gong Fu Tea Brewing Method

(Traditional Chinese Method)

Tips: Before brewing, warm all your teaware with boiling water. After each infusion, fully pour out the tea—make sure no water remains in the pot.

Common Brewing Method

(Easy Everyday Preparation)

Tips: Adjust the leaf-to-water ratio to shorten the infusion time or to brew a lighter or stronger cup of tea.