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Lao Banzhang Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake 2023 - 500g Menghai

Lao Banzhang Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake 2023 - 500g Menghai

Supreme Lao Banzhang Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake

Experience the pinnacle of raw pu-erh with this exceptional 2023 vintage from Lao Banzhang (Old Banzhang Village), the most legendary and prestigious tea mountain in all of Menghai, Yunnan. Sourced from centuries-old ancient arbor tea trees, this 500-gram cake delivers an intensely powerful infusion with pronounced bitterness that transforms into an extraordinary lingering sweetness, complex floral and honey notes, and the strongest cha qi of any pu-erh region.

Key Features:

  • Origin: Lao Banzhang village, Menghai County, Yunnan Province
  • Tea Type: Raw Pu-erh (Sheng Cha)
  • Vintage: 2023
  • Weight: 500 grams
  • Tree Type: Ancient arbor trees (Gu Shu)
  • Flavor Profile: Extremely bold and powerful with intense bitterness, profound sweetness, floral and honey notes, and legendary cha qi

Pro Tip: Lao Banzhang is universally recognized as the "King of Pu-erh" and commands the highest prices in the market. This 2023 vintage is excellent for immediate enjoyment and has exceptional aging potential. Store in a cool, dry place away from strong odors to allow the tea to develop even greater complexity and depth over decades.

Perfect for serious collectors and connoisseurs who seek the ultimate expression of raw pu-erh. This cake represents the absolute pinnacle of pu-erh quality, showcasing the unmatched power, complexity, and legendary status that makes Lao Banzhang the most sought-after tea in the world.

Regular price $188.00 USD
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Key Features

Brewing Guidance

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 15-20 times or more
Teaware: Gaiwan, Yixing clay pot, or glass teapot recommended

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