This 2014 Yunnan Old Tree Raw Pu’er (Pu-erh) Tea Cake is made from tea leaves harvested from old trees deep in the mountains of Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan.

These ancient tea trees grow in untouched wilderness areas, far from construction or development, preserving their pristine ecological environment and allowing the tea to develop naturally with a pure and authentic character.

Understanding the Raw Materials of Pu’er (Pu-erh) Tea

Before exploring this tea, it is important to understand the raw materials used in Pu’er (Pu-erh) tea. All Pu’er (Pu-erh) teas are made from Yunnan’s large-leaf tea trees.

The raw materials used in the final tea are mainly divided into two types: single-origin and blended.

Single-Origin Tea

Single-origin refers to tea leaves sourced from the same village or mountain. It highlights the specific altitude, climate, and terroir, offering a unique local flavor.

Blended Tea

Blended tea combines leaves from different villages or wider tea-growing regions. Expert blending harmonizes the strengths of each leaf, creating a more complex and balanced flavor profile.

Why Menghai is a Premier Tea Region

Menghai is one of the most important tea-producing areas in Xishuangbanna. It encompasses famous tea regions such as Banzhang, Yiwu, and Mengsong.

This 2014 Yunnan Old Tree Raw Pu’er (Pu-erh) Tea Cake is crafted from tea leaves of 50–100-year-old trees from multiple villages in Menghai.

Using careful blending techniques, even with the challenges of remote mountain harvesting, difficult transportation, and low yields, the limited and diverse wild tea leaves are fully utilized.

This approach preserves the regional characteristics of Menghai teas while integrating the unique flavors of naturally grown old trees.

How is This Tea Crafted?

The tea cake is crafted using traditional Pu’er (Pu-erh) tea craftsmanship, ensuring that it retains its natural state and aging potential.

From young, unfermented tea to fully matured Pu’er (Pu-erh), this tea has aged for over 11 years, with the initial bitterness gradually fading.

• Intense floral and fruity notes slowly transform into a stable, mellow aged fragrance.
• The tea’s aroma and taste deepen with each year of aging.

What Does This Tea Taste Like?

The tea liquor is full-bodied and smooth, with a soft, delicate texture that reveals layered flavors on the tongue.

• First Infusion: Clear amber liquor with pronounced floral and fruity aromas, balanced by subtle bitterness and astringency.
• Subsequent Infusions: The tea becomes increasingly mellow and rounded, as the bitterness disappears and the sweetness rises naturally.
• Over Fifteen Infusions: Each brew offers subtle changes—from fresh and brisk to rich and full-bodied, from floral-fruity notes to mellow aged fragrance. Later brews become increasingly sweet, leaving an unforgettable lingering taste.

Why This Tea is Special

These unique sensory experiences result from the tea growing in untouched wilderness, perfectly preserving the natural components and flavors of the tea leaves.

The 2014 Yunnan Old Tree Raw Pu’er (Pu-erh) Tea Cake is:

• An ideal introduction to aged Pu’er (Pu-erh).
• A luxurious tea for daily enjoyment.
• A rare combination of flavor, aroma, and natural authenticity.