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Sheng Pu-erh "Xigui Trees" 2021 from the Kaishunhao factory (开顺号) is a raw pressed tea from Xigui, a well-known tea area in Yunnan province. Xigui teas are prized for their juicy fruity character, sweetness, and long aftertaste, and the 56 g weight makes this pu-erh a convenient first introduction.
Sheng pu-erh is made without artificial fermentation: fresh leaf is withered, pan-fired, rolled, dried, and pressed. The tea keeps its lively brightness and changes gradually in storage. The small cake is perfect for a trial, a tasting with friends, or a gift.
Characteristics
- Type: sheng (raw) pu-erh
- Region: Xigui, Yunnan province, China
- Factory: Kaishunhao
- Year: 2021
- Form and weight: pressed tea, 56 g
- Flavor: fruity, sweet, with honey and nuts
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: a rich sweet aroma with notes of pear, apple, citrus, and dried fruit.
Infusion: golden and clear. The taste brings honey, dried fruit, nuts, and floral and woodland berry shades. The first infusions are light and sweet, the following ones denser and deeper.
Aftertaste: long and sweet, with a fruity-honeyed tint.
Why You'll Love It
- A bright, sweet, and multifaceted flavor for a raw pu-erh
- The small cake weight makes it easy to try
- Reveals something new in every infusion
- Invigorating and helps you focus
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (gaiwan or Yixing teapot):
- Amount: 5–6 g per 100 ml
- Water: 95–100 °C
- A quick rinse of 3–5 s, then infusions: the first 15–20 s, then gradually increase the time
Western-style brewing:
- 3 g per 200 ml of water at 95–100 °C
- Steep for 2–3 min, re-steep 2–3 times
Storage
Store in a dry, well-ventilated place free of strong odors, away from direct light and moisture. Pu-erh can be stored for years. The cake is best kept in paper or a cloth bag.