Ba Nuo Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake 2022 - 357g Lincang Mengku

2022 Ba Nuo Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh - Sweet & Refined Mengku Classic

Discover the refined elegance of this exceptional 2022 vintage raw pu-erh (357g) sourced from ancient arbor tea trees in the renowned Ba Nuo village in Mengku, Lincang, Yunnan. Ba Nuo is celebrated for producing some of the sweetest and most approachable raw pu-erh teas from the Mengku region, delivering a smooth, sweet infusion with delicate floral aromatics and rich, honey-like sweetness that lingers beautifully on the palate.

Ba Nuo Village - The Sweet Heart of Mengku:

Ba Nuo (巴糯) is one of the most beloved and representative villages in the Mengku tea region of Lincang. Located on the eastern half of the famous Mengku mountain range, Ba Nuo sits at elevations between 1600-1800 meters, where ancient tea trees have grown for centuries in pristine forest ecology. The village is particularly famous for its ancient tea tree gardens, some with trees over 300 years old, which produce leaves with exceptional sweetness and minimal bitterness.

What sets Ba Nuo apart from other Mengku villages is its distinctive sweet character - the tea is known for having one of the highest natural sweetness levels among all Lincang teas, making it extremely approachable for newcomers while offering enough complexity to satisfy experienced tea drinkers. The unique microclimate, with cool mountain air and mineral-rich volcanic soils, creates ideal conditions for producing teas with pronounced floral aromatics and honey-like sweetness.

Tasting Experience:

This 2022 Ba Nuo cake showcases all the classic characteristics that have made this village famous. The tea delivers a smooth, sweet entry with delicate floral notes that evoke mountain wildflowers. The bitterness is gentle and well-balanced, quickly transforming into a rich, honey-like sweetness that coats the palate and lingers long after each sip. The mouthfeel is excellent - smooth, rounded, and satisfying, with a silky texture that glides effortlessly across the tongue.

Key Features:

Ba Nuo Village Origin - Most beloved sweet tea village in Lincang Mengku
Ancient Arbor Trees - Premium Gu Shu material, some over 300 years old
1600-1800m Elevation - High-altitude pristine forest ecology
2022 Vintage - Excellent for immediate enjoyment and aging
Exceptionally Sweet - Highest natural sweetness in Lincang
Smooth & Approachable - Minimal bitterness, refined character
Delicate Floral Aromatics - Mountain wildflower fragrance
Honey-Like Sweetness - Rich, coating, long-lasting
Excellent Mouthfeel - Smooth, rounded, silky texture
Outstanding Aging Potential - Develops greater depth and complexity

Brewing Guide:

Tea Amount: 5-7 grams per 100ml (adjust to taste)
Water Temperature: 90-95°C (194-203°F)
Rinse: Quick 5-second rinse to awaken the leaves, discard this infusion
First Infusion: 10-20 seconds
Subsequent Infusions: Increase by 5-10 seconds each time
Steeps: Can be re-steeped 12-15 times or more
Teaware: Gaiwan, Yixing clay pot, or glass teapot recommended