2017 Golden Charm Raw Pu'er Tea Cake
2017 Golden Charm Raw Pu'er Tea Cake
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This tea was produced in 2017 in the homeland of Pu'er tea—Yunnan Province, China. The tea leaves are harvested from large arbor tea trees, some of which reach heights of up to 16 meters, with trunks measuring 90 centimeters in diameter. The young branches are covered with fine hairs, the buds bear white silky hairs, and the leaves are thin, leathery, and elliptical, thriving at an altitude of 1,200 meters.
This batch of premium fresh tea leaves was traditionally processed into raw Pu'er tea cakes (Sheng Pu'er) using time-honored techniques. Made using an unfermented method, the tea is designed to naturally transform and mature over time.
In 2020, we transferred this batch of tea from Kunming, Yunnan, to Dongguan, Guangdong. Yunnan's climate provided ideal conditions for the tea's healthy early-stage transformation. At the same time, Guangdong's humid environment accelerated the aging process in its later stages. Together, these two distinct storage environments have imparted unique characteristics to the tea.
After 8 years of aging, the 2017 Golden Charm Raw Pu'er Tea Cake offers a rich yet smooth taste, highlighted by subtle floral and woody aromas woven into its mature fragrance. Highly durable to multiple infusions, it delivers a distinctive complexity with every cup.
Please note that the packaging of aged tea cakes may naturally develop creases or signs of wear over time. This is entirely normal and does not affect the tea's quality or flavor. Instead, these marks serve as a testament to the tea's storied journey through time. As Pu'er tea ages, it deepens in complexity, character, showcasing its truly unique charm.
Tea Details
- Year: 2017
- Type: Raw (Sheng) Pu'er Tea
- Shape: Tea Cake
- Weight: 357g
- Origin: Western Pu'er Region, Yunnan
- Elevation: Around 1,500 meters
- Tree Type: Large Arbor Tea Trees
- Varietal (Cultivar): Da Ye Zhong (Large-Leaf Variety)
Gongfu Tea Brewing Guide
(Traditional Method)
| Water Temperature | 100°C (212°F) |
| Tea-to-Water Ratio | 7.5g tea per 160ml water |
| Steeping Time | |
| Brews 1–5 | Steep for 10–15 sec |
| Brews 6–10 | Steep for 15–20 sec |
| Brews 11–15 | Steep for 20–25 sec |
| 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 | 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.
