Lao Banzhang Dragon Pearl Sheng / Raw Puerh Tea - 8g per Pearl

Supreme Lao Banzhang Dragon Pearl Sheng Puerh Tea

Experience the legendary power of Lao Banzhang in the ultimate convenient format. Each hand-rolled dragon pearl weighs precisely 8 grams—the perfect amount for one brewing session. Sourced from ancient arbor tea trees in the most prestigious tea mountain in Menghai, these pearls deliver the iconic bold, dominating character that has made Lao Banzhang the "King of Pu-erh."

Tasting Experience:

The moment the tea liquor enters your mouth, you'll feel an intense, commanding presence surge through your palate. The infusion reveals a bright golden-yellow color with exceptional clarity. This tea embodies powerful wild mountain energy (shan ye qi yun), delivering a full-bodied, evenly distributed mouthfeel with rapid salivation and a long-lasting sweet aftertaste. The flavor profile showcases remarkable thickness and strength, with bitterness intertwined with sweetness that transforms extraordinarily fast.

Key Features:

Origin: Lao Banzhang village, Menghai County, Yunnan Province
Tea Type: Sheng Puerh Dragon Pearls (Raw Pu-erh)
Pearl Weight: 8 grams each - one pearl, one perfect session
Liquor: Bright golden-yellow with exceptional clarity
Flavor Profile: Bold and dominating with intense bitterness that quickly transforms to sweetness, powerful cha qi, rapid salivation, and long-lasting sweet aftertaste
Mouthfeel: Full-bodied with remarkable thickness and strength, evenly distributed
Convenience: Pre-portioned pearls, perfect for travel and consistent brewing

Brewing Guide:

Tea Amount: 1 dragon pearl (8g) per 100-150ml
Water Temperature: 90-95°C (194-203°F)
Rinse: Quick 5-second rinse to awaken the pearl, discard this infusion
First Infusion: 10-15 seconds (pearl needs time to unfurl)
Subsequent Infusions: Increase by 5-10 seconds each time
Steeps: Can be re-steeped 15-20 times or more as the pearl gradually opens
Teaware: Gaiwan, Yixing clay pot, or travel mug