Like many Pu'er teas (also known as "Pu-erh teas"), Lao Ban Zhang is named after its place of origin in the Menghai tea region of Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province. This legendary region, known for its exceptional geography, produces raw tea cakes of outstanding quality and classic flavor, earning Lao Ban Zhang the prestigious title of "First Village of Pu'er Tea."

2009 Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu'er Tea Cake

Our 2009 raw Pu'er tea cake comes from this historic area. After 16 years of natural aging, it has developed a distinctive aroma. Thanks to optimal storage, the tea leaves remain firm, slightly oily, and glossy.

Tea Leaf & Aging

Long-term natural aging has significantly enhanced the aroma and flavor of this Pu'er tea. The tea cake retains its intact structure and glossy appearance, a result of our careful storage and management over the years.

Flavor Profile

When brewed, the tea is rich and mellow, perfectly balancing the smoothness of aged tea with the bold character of raw Pu'er. On the palate, it reveals subtle wild mountain notes and a layered, complex flavor.

Selection & Collection

In 2012, the Chinese Tea Group discovered this batch in Kunming and meticulously selected it for our collection. Although similarly packaged products were popular at the time, their quality varied significantly.

Quality & Value

With the expertise of our tea masters, we carefully selected this batch for its superior quality among teas of the same vintage and price point, securing it early to offer excellent value to tea lovers.

Buy Online

After natural aging in our physical tea house, this 2009 Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu'er Tea Cake is now available for purchase online.

Trusted by Tea Lovers

Our Pu'er tea collection comes directly from its origin and shares authentic flavors with tea lovers worldwide. You can now buy Pu'er tea online and experience this series of teas, highly praised by local tea enthusiasts—a trusted choice for tea connoisseurs.

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