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2010 Menghai Sticky Rice Aroma Ripe Pu-erh Loose Leaf Tea – Iron Tin

2010 Menghai Sticky Rice Aroma Ripe Pu-erh Loose Leaf Tea – Iron Tin

Over a decade of patient aging. One cup of pure, silky warmth.

Harvested in 2010 from the renowned tea gardens of Menghai, Yunnan β€” the heartland of world-class Pu-erh β€” this ripe loose leaf tea has spent years quietly deepening in character. The result is a cup that is unmistakably smooth, richly layered, and deeply satisfying.

Made from premium tea buds, this shou cha delivers everything a seasoned Pu-erh drinker looks for: a velvety, full-bodied texture, a natural sticky rice fragrance (nuo xiang, 糯香), a clean sweet finish, and impressive endurance across multiple infusions.

Packaged in an elegant iron tin β€” practical for storage, beautiful as a gift.

Tasting Notes

  • Aroma: Warm sticky rice fragrance (nuo xiang) with earthy depth
  • Taste: Silky smooth, mellow, and full-bodied with a thick, rich mouthfeel
  • Finish: Clean, lingering sweetness with a pleasant hui gan (returning sweetness)
  • Infusions: Excellent endurance β€” holds up well across multiple brews
  • Raw Material: Premium tea buds β€” a mark of superior quality

Product Details

  • Type: Ripe Pu-erh (Shou Cha), Loose Leaf
  • Vintage: 2010
  • Origin: Menghai, Yunnan Province, China
  • Packaging: Iron tin β€” airtight, elegant, and gift-ready

Available Sizes

  • 250g β€” Perfect for personal enjoyment or a thoughtful gift
  • 500g β€” Ideal for the dedicated daily drinker

Highly recommended for both seasoned Pu-erh enthusiasts and those new to aged ripe tea. A rare find at this quality level.

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Product Description

Key Features

β€’ Vintage 2010 β€” over 15 years of natural aging
β€’ Premium tea bud raw material for exceptional smoothness
β€’ Rich sticky rice fragrance (Nuo Xiang, 糯香)
β€’ Silky, thick, full-bodied mouthfeel
β€’ Natural returning sweetness (Hui Gan)
β€’ Excellent multi-infusion endurance
β€’ Loose leaf format β€” easy to brew, no prying needed
β€’ Packaged in an elegant airtight iron tin
β€’ Available in 250g and 500g

Brewing Guidance

Gongfu Brewing (Recommended)

1. Warm your teapot or gaiwan with hot water, then discard
2. Add 5–7g of loose leaf tea per 100ml of water
3. Rinse: Pour boiling water (100Β°C / 212Β°F) over the leaves and discard immediately β€” this awakens the tea
4. Brew: Pour boiling water and steep for 5–10 seconds
5. Pour into your cup and enjoy
6. Gradually increase steeping time with each subsequent infusion
This tea is highly infusable β€” enjoy 8+ rounds

Simple Mug or Infuser Brewing

1. Add 3–5g of loose leaf tea to your infuser or mug
2. Pour boiling water and steep for 20–30 seconds
3. Remove the infuser and enjoy
Adjust steeping time to taste

Storage
Keep in the iron tin with the lid tightly closed. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight and strong odors. Suitable for long-term aging.

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