Bing Dao Lao Zhai Raw Pu-erh
Origin & Terroir
Nestled in Mengku Town, Lincang (Yunnan) at 1,700m altitude, Bing Dao Lao Zhai enjoys a mild climate (17°C avg.) and abundant rainfall (1,800mm/year). With 80% forest coverage, its ancient tea trees (200–800 years old) absorb deep soil minerals, yielding this world-renowned single-origin raw Pu-erh.
Tasting Notes
Aroma
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Dry Leaves: Delicate floral-honeyed bouquet with aristocratic poise.
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Brewed:
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Hot: A symphony of jasmine and acacia honey, crescendoing upon steeping.
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Cooling: Reveals its signature "rock-sugar" fragrance—like frozen nectar.
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Empty Cup: Lingering orchid dew, a crystallized memory of spring.
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Flavor
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First Sip: Liquid silk with pronounced "bing tang" (冰糖) sweetness—reminiscent of candied winter melon.
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Aftertaste: Zero astringency, only a geyser-like salivation (生津) and mineral-cool throat resonance (喉韵).
Mouthfeel
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Texture: Glacier-melt smoothness, dense yet weightless.
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Qi (Energy): Subtle but pervasive warmth—like sunbeam penetration—inducing meditative calm.
Uniqueness
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"Bing Tang Xin" (冰糖韵): Its iconic rock-sugar sweetness and vibrant floral clarity make it the Château d'Yquem of Pu-erh.
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Aging Potential: Over decades, expect honeyed florals → aged ginseng → crystallized tangerine peel evolution.
Details
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Origin: Bing Dao Lao Zhai, Yunnan, China
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Cake Weight: 258g (Rare small-batch pressing)
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Harvest Date: April 2022
Perfect For:
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Connoisseurs chasing terroir-transparent elegance.
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Sweetness seekers who prize ethereal sugary highs.
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Long-term collectors—its acid-sugar balance ensures graceful aging.