Compressed tea brick from a family garden in Zhong He mountain. Old to ancient tea tree leaves over 80 years old (gu shu 古樹) that grow in altitude of 2,070m high. A very rich tea with complex earth and dried fruit notes. Dark orange liquor that turns brandy-red.
Prestigious vintage tea at a league of its own, which will continue to gain value and character (see storage instructions). A late compression version of Mr. Wong's masterpiece from 2013. The same batch of leaves is kept for another 3 years until further compression, this time into a brick (chocolate bar) of medium size weighing 180 grams. Tea is denser than its big brother, more sour tannins and a less smoky feel.
Recommended for drinking in the first part of the day, from Spring to Autumn. Tea is rich in theine (caffeine) which supports the function of the spleen and stomach when consumed in the morning.
Zhong He "Gu Shu" 2016 - Aged Sheng Pu'er Brick (Raw Pu'er)
General
Jammy . Very Complex . Intense
Body: Full
Notes: Apricot, Peach
Theine Level (Caffeine): High
Content
Ingredients: Compressed Tea Leaves (Camellia Sinensis)
Net Weight: 180g
Instructions
Gong fu:
5.5g, 100-200 ml, 95-100°c, 5-15 seconds, 7-10 infusions
Leaf to Water Ratio:
4g : 100ml
Year
Harvest: 2006-2010
Compression: 2016
Original Name
中和古樹生普 zhong he gu shu sheng pu'er
Storage
Long shelf life, the aged the better. Suitable for aging by storing in its original package, in a shady and dry place with neutral odor. Avoid storage alongside spices, perfumes and other types of tea.
Source
Zhong He, Fengqing, Lincang, Yunnan Province of China
Chinese Medicine
Tendency: Tea with warm genes and Yang tendency. Supports the spleen and stomach function when consumed in the morning.
Element: Earth