1990s Menghai Aged Ripe Pu-erh — Silky, Camphor-Sweet & Full-Bodied

1990s Menghai Aged Ripe Pu-erh

There are teas you drink, and teas you experience. This 1990s Menghai aged ripe pu-erh (勐海老熟茶) belongs firmly in the second category.

Produced at the legendary Menghai Tea Factory during its golden era, this ripe pu-erh has spent over three decades quietly maturing — developing the deep, velvety character that only time and the right environment can produce. The result is a tea of exceptional smoothness, natural sweetness, and the unmistakable Menghai signature that collectors seek.

Tasting Notes

• Texture: Exceptionally silky and smooth from the very first sip — no roughness, no astringency
• Menghai Character (勐海味): Pronounced and authentic — the earthy, forest-floor depth that defines classic Menghai ripe pu-erh
• Camphor & Wood: A warm, comfortable camphor-wood note (陳樟韵) runs through every cup — smooth, rounded, and deeply satisfying
• Sweetness: Remarkably high natural sweetness that carries from the first infusion through to the very last — sweet from start to finish
• Tea Qi: Strong and warming — a tea with genuine presence and body
• Finish: Long, sweet, and clean — the sweetness never fades

Brew Profile

• Brew Style: Gongfu or grandpa-style; both reward this tea's depth
• Infusions: Multiple steepings with consistent character throughout
• Origin: Menghai, Yunnan, China | Vintage: 1990s

Packaging Options

• Single Tin (250g): $268 — ideal for personal enjoyment or gifting
• Twin Tin Set (500g): $488 — a saving of $48, perfect for collectors or sharing

Each tin is sealed to preserve the tea's aged character and aroma. A rare opportunity to own a piece of Menghai's most celebrated era.

Net Weight: 250g per tin | Type: Aged Ripe Pu-erh (Shou) | Vintage: 1990s | Origin: Menghai, Yunnan, China