Huazhuliangzi Ancient Tree Sheng Puerh Tea Cake 2022 - 357g

Premium 2022 Huazhuliangzi Ancient Tree Sheng Puerh - 4-Year Aged Mountain Treasure

Experience the exceptional character of this 2022 vintage Huazhuliangzi (滑竹梁子) sheng puerh, aged for 4 years. This 357-gram cake is sourced from Huazhuliang Mountain, the highest peak in Mengku region at over 3,400 meters elevation, often called the "Roof of Mengku Tea Mountains." This extreme altitude produces teas with powerful cha qi, rich internal substances, and distinctive wild mountain character.

Huazhuliangzi - The Roof of Mengku Tea Mountains

Huazhuliangzi Mountain (滑竹梁子) is the highest peak in the Mengku tea region, reaching over 3,400 meters in elevation. This extreme altitude creates a unique microclimate with cool temperatures, abundant mist, and pristine ecological conditions. Tea trees growing at such high elevations develop slowly, accumulating rich internal substances and producing leaves with exceptional depth, complexity, and powerful cha qi. Huazhuliang teas are known for their wild mountain character, strong stimulation, and excellent aging potential.

Tasting Experience - Powerful and Wild

The tea delivers a bold, powerful drinking experience characteristic of high-altitude Mengku teas. The flavor is concentrated and intense with strong stimulation, showcasing the wild mountain energy of Huazhuliang. The tea liquor is clear and bright with excellent transparency. The cha qi is abundant and penetrating, creating an invigorating body sensation. The bitterness is pronounced but transforms quickly, giving way to strong, lasting returning sweetness. The mouthfeel is full-bodied with good thickness, and the throat feel is deep and cooling. The wild mountain character (山野气韵) is prominent and long-lasting, creating a memorable drinking experience.

Key Features:

Origin: Huazhuliangzi Mountain (滑竹梁子), Mengku region, Lincang Prefecture, Yunnan Province
Tea Type: Sheng Puerh (Raw Pu-erh) - Ancient Tree
Vintage: 2022 (4+ years aged)
Weight: 357 grams (standard cake)
Elevation: Over 3,400 meters - highest peak in Mengku tea region
Character: Powerful cha qi, wild mountain energy, strong stimulation
Flavor Profile: Concentrated and intense with pronounced bitterness that transforms quickly; strong, lasting returning sweetness
Mouthfeel: Full-bodied with good thickness; deep, cooling throat feel
Wild Mountain Character: Prominent and long-lasting (山野气韵)
Aging Potential: Excellent - high-altitude teas age beautifully

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 12-16 times or more
Teaware: Gaiwan, Yixing clay pot, or glass teapot recommended