Ancient Tree Raw Pu'er Tea - Ultra Thin Squares

$21.00

A rare form of Pu'er tea in ultra thin squares, resulting in greater surface area for optimal steeping. Experience the rich heritage and profound flavors of a premium raw Pu'er tea from the renowned Mang Fei Mountain in Yongde County, Yunnan, harvested in 2020. This exceptional tea is crafted from hand-picked leaves of ancient (over 1,000 year old) tea trees, and carefully prepared using a special inherited production method passed down within this family. Grown in the misty, high-altitude forests of the region, where the ideal climate nurtures the unique taste of this tea.

Mang Fei Pu'er is known for its bold, complex flavor profile that evolves over time. In its youth, the tea offers a fresh, vibrant taste with notes of floral sweetness, subtle grassy undertones, and a delicate hint of honey. As it ages, the tea develops a smooth, mellow character with deeper, earthy flavors and a pronounced sweetness that becomes more pronounced with each steeping. Each sip transports you to the serene landscapes of Mang Fei, where ancient tea culture thrives.

Packaged in mini take-out boxes containing 10 ultra thin tea squares. Each square weighs approximately 8 grams.

Perfect for connoisseurs and new tea drinkers alike, Mang Fei Pu'er tea offers a captivating journey from the first cup to the last.

Key Features:

  • Origin: Mang Fei Village, Yunnan, China
  • Type: Sheng (Raw) Pu'er
  • Flavor Profile: Fresh, floral, earthy, with sweet and honeyed notes
  • Best enjoyed: Gong Fu style brewing for full flavor exploration
  • Ideal for: Pu'er collectors, tea enthusiasts, and those seeking a unique, aged tea experience.

Pu’er, also spelled Pu-erh (although this is considered an outdated Anglicized spelling), is an aged fermented tea from China’s Yunnan province. Not only does the fermentation process lend pu’er its distinct flavor, it also boosts its medicinal properties—pu’er tea is high in antioxidants, and studies show it can fight oxidative stress, promote weight loss, and regulate blood sugar. Pu’er tea also possesses anti-cancer properties. It has a lower caffeine level, less than coffee and green tea, which make it a great choice for drinking late into the day.

It’s also a highly-coveted tea with an obsessed fanbase. As one writer said, “Pu-erh, which is processed in a special way to encourage microbial fermentation after the leaves are dried, ages more dynamically than any tea out there. It does not have fans. It has junkies who buy kilos of the stuff at a time to bliss out on days-long brewing sessions, only dropping out of their highs long enough to argue over the best pu-erh blends, growing regions, and storage methods. There are grasping amateurs who buy, gift, and drink the tea to gain social status among Chinese elite.”

Pu’er has been called China’s best-kept secret for weight loss. Animal and test-tube studies show that it can help synthesize fewer new fats while burning more stored body fat. In one animal study, pu’er was also the only variety of tea capable of raising the level of good cholesterol and lowering the level of bad cholesterol. A 2023 study also showed that long-term Pu'er tea consumption improves blue light-induced depression symptoms.

Instructions:

  1. Remove paper wrapping
  2. Place your tea square into a cup or tea pot, then pour near-boiling water over the tea. You may break the tea square in half or use the entire one
  3. Allow the tea to steep for 30 to 45 seconds. Do not oversteep
  4. Enjoy your premium Pu'er tea

Note: Repeat and enjoy multiple steepings throughout the day.