Raw Puer Menghai
This Raw (Sheng) Puer comes from the high-mountain tea gardens of Menghai, Yunnan Province. Harvested and processed in 2012 and is made from early-spring leaves. The tea has been aged loose for more than ten years, developing a balanced character that bridges freshness and maturity.
Profile
Aroma: apricot, peach, plum
Flavor: stone fruits, cane sugar, light herbal bitterness
Details
Type: Raw Puer
Origin: Menghai, Yunnan, China
Harvest: Spring 2012
Brewing Recommendations
Western Style: 5 g per 300 ml | 205°F | 1:15 min
Gongfu Style: 1 g per 30 ml | 205°F | start with 15 sec, add 5-10 sec each steep
The Hidden Chemistry of Tea
Tea is more than just a drink, it’s a world of flavor and aroma in a single cup. Its magic comes from the unique chemistry of the leaves, shaped by the plant’s origins and growing. How the leaves are treated and brewed can completely transform what ends up in your cup. Every sip hints at a story of nature and craft, waiting to be discovered.