Jingmai Ancient Tea Mountain (景迈古茶山) is located in Huimin Township, Jingmai County, Pu'er City (at the junction of Lancang County and Menghai County), and stands as one of Yunnan Province's four major ancient tea mountains with the most preserved ancient tea trees. Situated at elevations ranging from 1,100 to 1,570 meters, this legendary tea-growing region produces some of the world's most sought-after Pu-erh tea.

The Perfect Climate for Ancient Tea Trees

Jingmai Mountain is positioned at 100° east longitude, near the Tropic of Cancer, creating an ideal subtropical mountain monsoon climate with distinct dry and wet seasons. The region enjoys:

• Average annual temperature: 18°C (64°F)
• Annual rainfall: approximately 1,800mm
• Abundant sunshine throughout the year
• Rich water resources
• Red and laterite soil composition

These exceptional environmental conditions provide the perfect foundation for tea tree growth and contribute to the superior quality of Jingmai ancient tree tea.

Characteristics of Jingmai Ancient Tree Tea

Age and Appearance

The ancient tea trees of Jingmai are all over 100 years old, with many exceeding several centuries. These trees feature remarkably thick trunks and display diverse leaf shapes, a testament to their age and natural growing conditions. The trees grow in a biodiverse forest ecosystem, contributing to their unique flavor profile.

The Signature Honey Orchid Aroma

One of the most distinctive features of Jingmai ancient tree tea is its powerful wild mountain character (山野之气). Among all ancient arbor teas, Jingmai exhibits the most pronounced wild mountain essence. The tea is renowned for its:

• Intense and lasting honey-orchid fragrance (蜜香兰香)
• Floral notes that persist through 10+ infusions
• Orchid aroma that becomes more prominent after one year of storage
• Elegant and comfortable fragrance profile

Taste Profile

Pure Jingmai ancient tree spring tea offers a complex and rewarding tasting experience:

• Immediate sweetness: Unlike many teas where sweetness comes after bitterness fades, Jingmai tea delivers direct, fast, and persistent sweetness from the first sip
• Bright golden liquor: Transparent yellow-bright tea soup
• Full-bodied texture: Thick tea soup with satisfying mouthfeel
• Balanced astringency: Slight astringency that dissipates quickly
• Lasting aftertaste: Persistent sweetness and salivation (生津回甘)

What Makes Jingmai Tea Unique?

The distinctive sweetness of Jingmai ancient tree tea is one of its most difficult-to-replicate characteristics, making it challenging to counterfeit. This immediate, fast-acting, and long-lasting sweetness can be detected as soon as the tea liquor enters your mouth—a hallmark of authentic Jingmai tea.

When brewed using the traditional gongfu method with one bud and two leaves from ancient trees, Jingmai Pu-erh showcases:

• Excellent raw material selection with consistent interior and exterior quality
• Moderately compressed cake with even color
• High and persistent aroma with orchid notes emerging from floral fragrance
• Rich and full tea soup
• Superior aging potential

Explore Our Jingmai Ancient Tree Pu-erh Collection

Experience the legendary taste of Jingmai Mountain tea with our carefully curated selection of authentic ancient tree Pu-erh:

• 2021 Jingmai 300-Year Ancient Tree Raw Pu‑erh Cake – 357g
• Jingmai Ancient Tree Mini Round Sheng Puerh 2021 - 8g per Piece/560g Whole Box
• 2013 Jingmai Mountain Ancient Tree Ripe Pu‑erh – 357g 10‑Year Dry Storage · Camphor Aroma · Smooth & Sweet
• Jingmai Premium Yellow Label Aged Shou Puerh Tea Cake 2002 - 357g
• Premium Raw Pu-erh Set (357g x 3 Cakes) - Banzhang + Bingdao + Jingmai
• Premium Raw Pu-erh Collection - 4 Famous Tea Mountains Set (357g x4 cakes, ancient tree spring harvest)

Brewing Recommendations

To fully appreciate the honey-orchid aroma and immediate sweetness of Jingmai ancient tree tea:

• Use water temperature: 95-100°C (203-212°F)
• Rinse the leaves once before brewing
• First infusion: 10-15 seconds
• Subsequent infusions: gradually increase steeping time
• Can be infused 10-15+ times
• Best enjoyed in a Yixing purple clay teapot or gaiwan

Aging Potential

While Jingmai raw Pu-erh is delicious when young, its signature orchid aroma becomes more pronounced after one year of proper storage. With continued aging, the tea develops greater complexity, smoother texture, and enhanced sweetness, making it an excellent choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term collection.

The wild mountain character and honey-orchid fragrance of Jingmai ancient tree tea represent centuries of natural cultivation and the unique terroir of one of Yunnan's most treasured tea mountains. Whether you're a seasoned Pu-erh collector or just beginning your journey, Jingmai tea offers an unforgettable tasting experience.