Lv Shui Tang Raw Pu-erh
Origin & Terroir
Hidden in the mist-shrouded forests of Lincang, Yunnan, at 1,800–2,200m elevation, Lv Shui Tang ("Green Water Pond") lies within the 23°N Golden Tea Belt. Its dramatic diurnal temperature shifts and mineral-rich red soil/granite bedrock nurture century-old tea trees of rare purity.
Tasting Notes
Aroma
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Dry Leaves: Subtle orchid and wildflower honey, with a dewy freshness.
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Brewed:
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Early steeps: Honeysuckle and mountain nectar burst forth.
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Mid-session: Unripe peach and alpine herbs emerge—like walking through a foggy orchard.
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Cold Cup: Petrichor sweetness lingers, echoing the forest after rain.
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Flavor
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First Sip: Silky umami (think morel mushroom broth) with a hint of young coconut.
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Aftertaste: Bitterless transition to mineral-sweet finish, as if sipping from a mossy spring.
Mouthfeel
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Texture: Velvet glacier water—thick yet electrically alive on the tongue.
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Qi (Energy): Subtle cosmic hum—warming the dantian (丹田) without overheating.
Uniqueness
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"Mist-Kissed Clarity": Its crystalline purity and cooling herbaceous notes channel the untouched forest.
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Aging Potential: Over 20+ years, expect florals → fossilized honey → medicinal angelica root transformation.
Details
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Origin: Lincang, Yunnan, China
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Cake Weight: 357g
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Harvest Date: March 2020
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Production Date: April 2025
Perfect For:
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Zen sippers craving forest-bathed tranquility.
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Terroir geologists decoding granite-mineral whispers.
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Patience warriors—its tectonic structure ensures generational aging.