Teavra 10-Year Aged Lao Ban Zhang Pu-erh

Product Introduction

This Pu-erh tea is crafted from century-old tea trees in the legendary Lao Ban Zhang region, renowned for its high-altitude plantations and unique climatic conditions. Handpicked from the first spring harvest, the leaves are carefully fermented and aged in Kunming dry storage for ten years, allowing the tea to develop a rich, mellow character and a smooth, lingering sweetness. Each sip reveals a concentrated aroma and a full-bodied flavor that wraps the palate, leaving behind a delicate yet persistent tea fragrance. With its golden-hued leaves and resilient texture, this tea represents the pinnacle of aged Pu-erh craftsmanship, combining purity, complexity, and the natural vitality of ancient trees.

Flavor Profile

· Aroma: A rich, layered aroma of earthy notes and honeyed sweetness, with hints of aged wood and mature tea, unfolds with every sniff.
· Liquor: The tea liquor pours a rich amber to reddish-brown hue, crystal clear and bright.
· Taste: Full-bodied and complex, with rich honeyed sweetness and subtle earthy depth, leaving a clean, lingering sweetness in the mouth and throat.
· Texture: The leaves are thick, tightly twisted, and covered with golden tips.

Tea Story

Nestled in the misty highlands, Lao Ban Zhang is a place where nature shapes legendary tea. The ancient tea trees here, towering and robust, have witnessed centuries of seasons, giving their leaves a distinctive aroma and depth. This tea captures the essence of those timeless trees, fermented and aged for a decade to reveal layers of honeyed sweetness, earthy richness, and enduring charm. Each cup tells the story of meticulous craftsmanship and patient aging—an homage to the enduring spirit of Lao Ban Zhang tea, where the passage of time transforms simple leaves into a captivating, unforgettable experience.

Recommended Brewing Methods

Gongfu Brewing (Traditional Method)

· Tea Quantity: 5-8g
· Utensils: Zitao teaware
· Water Temperature: 95-100℃rolling boiling purified/mineral water.
· Steps: Preheat your teapot or cup. Quickly rinse the leaves with hot water and discard the rinse. Steep for 20–30 seconds for the first brew, then gradually increase steeping time by 5–10 seconds for each subsequent infusion. Enjoy the rich honeyed aroma and smooth, full-bodied flavor that develops with each brew.

Simple Brewing (Daily Drinking)

· Tea Quantity: 3-5g
· Water Volume: 90-95℃ boiling pure water/mineral water.
· Steps: Put the tea into the utensil, pour in boiling water and steep for 20–30 seconds; refill with boiling water repeatedly until the flavor fades.
· Feature: No professional skills needed, flexible water volume adjustment, perfect for home and office daily drinking.

Gift Brewing (for Guests)

· Tea Quantity: 5-8g
· Water Temperature: 95-100℃rolling boiling purified/mineral water.
· Utensils: Zitao teaware
· Steps: Same as Gongfu brewing, control the steeping time to ensure the first brew has a balanced taste, present the tea with a tea tray for a delicate tea-tasting experience