INGREDIENTS: 100% raw pu erh tea (sun-dried Camellia sinensis leaves) ORIGIN: Our Raw Pu Erh is custom-crafted for Old Barrel Tea Co., harvested in April 2024 from Main Mountain in Yunnan, China - one of the world's most celebrated tea regions. TASTING NOTES: bold ∙ grassy ∙ mineral-rich IN A NUTSHELL: This is the original pu erh tea, the kind that was carried along the Ancient Tea Horse Road for centuries. known for its rich history and ability to age for decades - even centuries - this tea transfers over time, deepening in complexity. It brews like a strong green tea when young but develops smoother, earthier notes as it ages. CAFFEINE CONTENT: ⚫️ ⚫️ ⚪️ BREW TIPS: For the best experience, brew this tea gongfu style - a traditional Chinese method using a small teapot or gaiwan with short, repeated infusions. No gongfu-style teaware? No problem! Simply steep the entire cake in an infuser or brew it in a teapot, then strain before serving. Store ina cool, dry place to allow for proper aging. STEEP: To awaken the tea leaves, rinse them in 190℉ water for 5 - 10 seconds, then discard the water. This step enhances the tea's evolving the tea's evolving flavors with each steep. For subsequent infusions, steep for 10-15 seconds, gradually increasing the time to suit your taste. This tea is meant to be enjoyed as a ritual, with multiple infusions throughout the day. If you'd like to continue using the tea leaves beyond the same day, be sure to refrigerate them overnight to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage. WEIGHT: 8 grams
