China: Golden Lotus The Older The Better Shou 2013

As the name implies, Shou Puerh gets better with age! Over time, the funk of the fermentation process used to “cook” the leaves dissipates while taste deepens and aromas balance.  High-quality, spring-picked leaves from old trees create a thick, viscous brew that is encapsulated by delicate nuances of freshly toasted nuts and a caramelized sweetness.  Through post-process fermentation (after the tea leaves have been dried) and aging, caffeine is lowered, and the probiotic properties of this special tea are enhanced.  It has a focused energy (Yang) that is easy for the body to process with a long resonating sweetness.   

Origin:

Menghai, Yunnan, China

Producer:

Shunhai Tea Factory Produce on June 28, 2013

Cultivar:

Da Ye Zhong 100-200 years old

Flavor Profile:

Earthy, toasted almonds, caramel, Refreshing minerality

Servings:

Sampler: 4 x 5g 

Cake: 72 x 5g

Net weight:

20g sampler / 357g cake