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"Guafengzhai Xiao Shu" is a loose-leaf sheng pu-erh from the 2025 harvest. The words "xiao shu" mean "young trees": this material gives a lighter, fresher and more approachable tea than the leaf of old trees.
Raw sheng pu-erh does not undergo fermentation, so it keeps the lively freshness and character of the leaf. When young it is bright and energetic, and with years of storage it gradually softens and grows more complex. It is a good tea for a first acquaintance with sheng pu-erh and for everyday tea drinking.
Characteristics
- Tea type: sheng pu-erh (green pu-erh)
- Name: "Guafengzhai Xiao Shu"
- Harvest: 2025
- Form: loose leaf
- Material: from young trees (xiao shu)
- Region: Yunnan province, China
- Flavor: fresh, bright, with light astringency
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf. The dry leaf smells fresh: herbs, flowers, light sweetness.
Infusion. The brew is light and bright, with floral and herbaceous notes, slight astringency and pleasant sweetness.
Aftertaste. Refreshing, of medium length.
Why You'll Love It
An easygoing sheng pu-erh for everyday tea sessions and first tastings. Refreshing and invigorating in the afternoon, it suits work and study. It is handy for getting to know this style of tea and for comparing with old-tree sheng pu-erhs.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing
- Teaware: gaiwan or clay teapot, 100–120 ml
- Tea: 4–5 g per 100 ml
- Water: 90–95 °C
- Time: infusions of 5–10 s, then add 5–10 s each time
- The flavor lasts for 6–8 infusions
Western-style brewing (teapot)
- Tea: 6–8 g per 1 l of water
- Water: 90–95 °C
- Warm the teapot, add the tea, pour in the water and steep for 3–5 minutes
Storage
Store in a dry, clean, well-ventilated place free of foreign odors, away from direct light and moisture. Sheng pu-erh changes and gains depth over time, so it can be kept calmly in a cool place in tightly closed packaging.