Tea King Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh
Origin:
Hailing from the revered "Land of Tea Kings"—Lao Ban Zhang Village in Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. Nestled at 1,700–1,900 meters above sea level, this pristine area enjoys perpetual mist, ancient forests, and organic-rich soil, with an annual average temperature of 18.7°C. These unparalleled ecological conditions birth the pinnacle of Pu-erh quality.
Production:
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Handpicked from 200+ year-old ancient tea trees in Lao Ban Zhang’s core growing zone, adhering strictly to the "one bud, two leaves" standard to ensure tender, nutrient-dense leaves.
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Rapidly wok-fired, rolled, and sun-dried to preserve the tea’s natural vitality and untamed character.
Aroma:
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Dry leaves: Exhilarating alpine florals with wild herbaceous notes.
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Brewed: A torrent of heady honeyed orchid, dense woody incense, and floral dominance—potent and penetrating.
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Cooled liquor: Sweetness amplifies; the empty cup lingers with enduring forest-like fragrance, evoking an immersive wilderness tea ceremony.
Flavor:
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First sip: A bold, tannic punch swiftly eclipsed by tidal sweetness—classic "bitter-first, sweet-after" intensity.
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Aftertaste: Saliva floods the cheeks; the throat surges with rocket-fueled sweetness. The qi (energy) is tyrannical, unfolding in waves from fiery onset to lingering nectar.
Mouthfeel:
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Texture: Glutinous-rice-broth thickness, silk-road smoothness—zero astringency.
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Body effect: Heat radiates through the torso with mild perspiration, delivering the visceral "tyrant’s thrill" cherished by raw Pu-erh veterans.
Legacy:
Crowned for its "tyrannical qi, explosive aroma, and lightning-speed sweetness," this benchmark sheng Pu-erh merges irreplicable terroir with ancient-tree rarity. A treasure for both immediate revelry and decades-long aging, it epitomizes the raw power and finesse of Yunnan’s tea royalty.
Details:
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Origin: Yunnan, China
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Cake Weight: 357g
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Harvest Date: March 2017
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Production Date: April 2025