2014 Xiaguan Year of the Horse Sheng Puerh | 12-Year Aged Zodiac Commemorative Cake
2014 Xiaguan Year of the Horse Sheng Puerh | 12-Year Aged Zodiac Commemorative Cake
A classic zodiac commemorative raw pu-erh from Xiaguan Tea Factory (下关茶厂), pressed in 2014 to mark the Year of the Horse. After 12 years of natural dry-warehouse aging, this mid-aged sheng puerh is a compelling piece for both collectors and daily drinkers.
Xiaguan's signature smoky camphor character (烟韵) has mellowed beautifully with age, giving way to a refined aged fragrance with robust tea energy, a powerful and lasting huigan, and a rich, full-bodied mouthfeel.
Tasting Notes (12-Year Dry-Warehouse Aged)
- Aroma: Signature Xiaguan smoky camphor note, softened and integrated with age; warm, clean aged fragrance.
- Taste: Bold and structured entry; rich and full-bodied with strong tea energy (茶气). Bitterness resolves quickly into a powerful, long-lasting huigan (回甘).
- Finish: Persistent sweetness, lingering throat sensation, deeply satisfying.
Brewing Guide
- Vessel: 100–110ml gaiwan or Yixing teapot
- Leaf: 7–8g per session
- Water: Boiling (100°C)
- Method: Rinse once; quick pours for early steeps; extend steeping time as session progresses
Product Description
Product Description
2014 Xiaguan Tea Factory (下关茶厂) Year of the Horse zodiac commemorative raw pu-erh cake. 12 years of dry-warehouse natural aging. Classic Xiaguan sheng puerh — signature smoky camphor character (烟韵) mellowed with age, robust tea energy, powerful and lasting huigan, rich full-bodied mouthfeel. Dual-purpose: collector's commemorative piece and premium daily drinker.
Key Features
Key Features
• Factory: Xiaguan Tea Factory (下关茶厂) | Year: 2014 | Zodiac Series: Year of the Horse (生肖马饼)
• Aged 12 years, dry-warehouse natural aging
• Signature Xiaguan smoky camphor (烟韵), softened and integrated with age
• Aroma: Warm aged fragrance with camphor depth
• Taste: Bold, full-bodied, strong tea energy (茶气); powerful long-lasting huigan (回甘)
• Finish: Persistent sweetness, lingering throat sensation
• Dual-purpose: Commemorative collectible + premium daily drinking
Brewing Guidance
Brewing Guidance
Vessel: 100–110ml gaiwan or Yixing teapot | Leaf: 7–8g | Water: Boiling (100°C)
Rinse once before brewing.
Early steeps: quick flash pours to open the leaf.
Later steeps: gradually extend steeping time.
Highly approachable after 12 years of aging; suitable for both seasoned drinkers and enthusiasts exploring aged sheng puerh.
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