A fragrant harmony of earth and blossom, this Rose and Ripe Pu'er Tea Tuocha artfully blends the deep, mellow richness of aged pu'er with the delicate sweetness of rose petals. Compressed into a traditional bowl-shaped tuocha, each piece offers a soothing infusion that nurtures both body and spirit.
In Chinese herbal tradition, ripe pu'er is prized for its warming properties that support digestion and promote circulation, while roses (玫瑰, méi guī) are cherished for their ability to soothe the heart, ease tension, and gently uplift the mood. Together, they create a tea that comforts the stomach while bringing a sense of calm and contentment.
Pu’er, also spelled Pu-erh, 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.
Instructions:
Note: You can repeat the above steps and brew the tea leaves throughout the day until the steeps have lost their taste. Add approximately 30 seconds of steeping time longer per additional steep
**Approximately 5.7 grams per piece
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