Man Song Raw Pu-erh
Origin & Terroir
Nestled in Man Song Village, Xiangming Township (Mengla County, Xishuangbanna) at 1,400m elevation, this legendary terroir boasts:
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Mild climate (20°C avg.) with 1,800mm annual rainfall
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Mineral-rich, acidic soil with excellent drainage
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High forest coverage, nurturing century-old tea trees with deep root systems
Tasting Notes
Aroma
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Preheated Teapot: Explodes with wild honey crystallized in magnolia blossoms.
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Brewed:
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Hot: Rock-mineral sharpness meets faint pine smoke—like "forest incense on wet slate."
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Warm: Cold orchid emerges, floating above the liquor.
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Cold Cup: Cedarwood resin solidifies into an aromatic fossil.
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Purity: 30% cleaner than average ancient-tree tea, with zero off-notes.
Flavor
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Attack: Diamond-cut clarity—hint of young coconut water laced with crushed quartz.
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Finish: Saline-sweet aftertaste (think Oolonghi oyster liquor) lingers for 10+ minutes.
Mouthfeel
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Texture: Alpine snowmelt viscosity—thick yet electrically vibrant.
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Qi (Energy): Neural glow—like drinking moonlight, with zero bodily heat buildup.
Uniqueness
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"Mineral-Poetry Paradox": Merges geological austerity with floral decadence.
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Aging Potential: Over 15 years, evolves from crystalline purity → petrified honey → forest humus depth.
Details
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Origin: Man Song, Yunnan, China
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Cake Weight: 357g
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Harvest Date: March 2021
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Production Date: March 2024
Perfect For:
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Haiku drinkers seeking one-sip epiphanies.
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Terroir geologists decoding granite whispers.
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Anti-aging rebels—its low-tannin structure defies oxidation dogma.