A masterwork of patience and craft—aged tangerine peel from Xinhui united with ripe pu-erh from ancient Yunnan trees, hand-matched by a 60-year artisan and steeped in seventeen years of refinement. ⛰️ At a Glance Vintage/Year 2008 (17 years aged) Type Ripe Pu-erh (Shou) with Aged Citrus Peel Origin Menghai, Yunnan (tea); Xinhui, Guangdong (peel) Format Compressed with Peel, ~30-35g per orb ⛰️ Heritage This tea honors two ancient traditions: the profound earthiness of aged pu-erh from trees older than centuries, and the revered practice of aging citrus peel (陈皮) until it develops concentrated sweetness and fragrance. Xinhui's tangerine has been treasured in Chinese tea culture for its mineral-rich terroir and natural sugars. 📊 Flavor Profile Body Deep, substantial, luxuriously mellow Earthiness/Depth Complex mineral notes with aged warmth Sweetness Natural citrus sweetness, honeyed undertones Caffeine Moderate 🍊 Aged Citrus🌲 Earthy Pu-erh🍯 Honeyed Warmth✨ Refined Complexity 🍵 Gongfu Brewing 🌡️ Water Temp 212°F (100°C) ⚖️ Tea/Water 5-6g tea + 5 small peel pieces / 100ml 💧 Rinse 10-15 sec (essential to awaken aged leaves) ⏱️ Steeps First: 10s, then 15s, 20s, 25s (5-8 infusions minimum) 🏛️ Storage & Aging Store in cool, dry conditions away from light and strong odors. This tea continues to evolve gracefully; proper storage preserves its developing complexity. Ideal humidity: 60-70%. 🎯 Made For Collectors and connoisseurs who understand that great tea is an investment in time itself—those seeking the profound satisfaction of aging's gentle alchemy. This tea rewards patient tasting and contemplative brewing. — Why We Selected This —We chose this for its rare convergence of masterful craftsmanship and genuine provenance: 17 years of deliberate aging, ancient-tree pu-erh, and hand-matching by an artisan with six decades of expertise. Every element—from the soil of Xinhui to the selection of 300-year-old trees—speaks to uncompromising quality. 📦 Product Details Brand XIXICHA Statements regarding traditional tea benefits are not evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. ✅ Quality Guarantee Damaged, wrong, or lost? We'll make it right. 🔒 Secure Checkout Encrypted payment, trusted by Shopify. 📦 Tracked Shipping Every order ships with tracking. Why Tea Lovers Choose Steep Society ✓ Hand-CuratedEvery tea & tool is selected for quality — not mass-listed. ✓ Brew-Ready GuidanceClear steeping notes so you get the perfect cup. ✓ Real SupportQuestions? Our team replies within 24-48 hours. 📬 Shipping & Delivery: Your order ships with tracking and a confirmation email. Delivery times vary by destination — see our shipping policy for estimates. Covered by our quality guarantee.