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2009 Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu'er Tea Cake Sample
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This tea cake sample comes from the core region of Lao Ban Zhang village in Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province, renowned as the "First Village of Pu'er Tea."
- Aged for 16 years, the tea leaves are firm and oily, with a rich and mellow liquor that balances the freshness of raw Pu'er and the smoothness of aged tea. The flavor is complex and layered, revealing subtle wild mountain notes and a lasting sweet finish.
- Selected by the Chinese Tea Group with over 30 years of industry expertise, this batch guarantees authentic taste and excellent value.
- Experience the unique charm of classic Lao Ban Zhang Pu'er and savor the depth that time has shaped.
Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide
(Traditional Method)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Tea-to-Water Ratio | 8g tea per 160ml water |
| Steeping Time | |
| Brews 1–5 | Steep for 8–12 sec |
| Brews 6–10 | Steep for 12–16 sec |
| Brews 11–15 | Steep for 16–22 sec |
| Brews 16+ | Steep for 22+ 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 | 2g 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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