Qilin Pearl Ripe Pu'erh 2019

SUMMARY

Type: Ripe Pu'erh Tea
Cultivar: Da Ye Zhong (大葉種) 
Origin: Xishuangbanna Dai Autonomous Prefecture, Yunnan, China

A semi-aged Ripe Pu'erh made from a blend of leaf material from Bulang Shan, Nannuo Shan and Mengsong. The somewhat lighter flavour profile and convenient pearl form make this a great everyday drinker and also serves as an excellent introduction to those unfamiliar with ripe pu'erh tea. 

TASTING NOTES

An earthy, smooth and warming tea with woody undertones, a thick, luscious mouthfeel and sweet aftertaste. 

PREPARATION NOTES

 Gong-Fu style (preferred method)

 5g per 80 – 100ml of water
 95 – 100 degrees Celsius
 5 – 10 secs per infusion* (up to 15 infusions)

*First infusion is a quick 3 – 5 sec rinse and isn't drunk.

 Teapot steep

  5g per 300ml of water
 95 – 100 degrees Celsius
 2mins

STORAGE

Proper tea storage is super important. Improper storage leads to flat, flavourless and potentially weird tasting tea. So as a rule of thumb, keep your tea leaves in an airtight container (the less air inside the better) and away from heat, light, moisture and strong odours.