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Shu Pu-erh "0468-3" from 2021 by the Xing Yang Cha factory (興样茶) is a pressed dark tea in the bing cha (cake) format weighing 357 g. The number is the factory code of this cake, and it was pressed in 2021.
The Xing Yang Cha factory works in Yunnan, the homeland of pu-erh: the region is famous for its high-mountain plantations, favorable climate and ancient tea trees. The company is known for its attention to raw material and adherence to technology, and its products are in demand both in China and abroad.
Characteristics
- Type: shu (dark) pu-erh, pressed
- Producer: Xing Yang Cha factory, Yunnan
- Year pressed: 2021
- Shape and weight: bing cha cake, 357 g
- Leaf: dark brown with golden tips, evenly pressed
- Flavor: soft, velvety, with nuts, caramel and dried fruit
Aroma and Taste
Dry leaf: a deep, rich aroma with notes of nuts, wood, caramel and light earthiness.
Infusion: a rich dark brown with ruby glints; after brewing, dried fruit, chocolate and a sweetish spice appear. The taste is warm, with nuts, caramel, dried fruit and a light woody bitterness.
Aftertaste: long and slightly sweet, with spicy shades.
Why You'll Love It
A warming, relaxing shu pu-erh for the cold season and quiet tea time. The 357 g cake is enough for many brews, and the infusion holds up to 8–10 infusions.
How to Brew
Gongfu brewing (gaiwan or Yixing teapot, 100–120 ml):
- 6–7 g of tea (separate it with a knife or pick), water 95–100 °C
- rinse, then the first infusions of 5–10 seconds, and gradually increase the time
Western-style brewing (200 ml teapot):
- 3 g of tea, water 95–100 °C
- steep for 3–5 minutes
Storage
Store the cake in a dry, cool place, away from light and foreign odors. After opening, keep the remainder in thick paper or an airtight container.