Mansong Imperial Tribute Dragon Pearl Sheng Puerh 2021 - 8g per Pearl

Premium 2021 Mansong Imperial Tribute Dragon Pearl Sheng Puerh - Royal Tribute Tea

Experience the legendary character of this exceptional 2021 vintage Mansong sheng puerh, aged for 5 years. Each hand-rolled dragon pearl weighs precisely 8 grams—the perfect amount for one brewing session. Mansong ancient tree tea is renowned as Imperial Tribute Tea (皇家贡茶), historically reserved for the royal court. These pearls deliver an immediately sweet, refined drinking experience with subtle fragrance and powerful cha qi.

Imperial Tribute Heritage - Mansong Ancient Trees:

Mansong ancient tree tea holds the prestigious title of Imperial Tribute Tea (皇家贡茶), reflecting its historical status as tea reserved for royalty. This heritage speaks to the exceptional quality, refinement, and distinctive character that has made Mansong one of the most revered tea mountains in all of Yunnan.

Tasting Experience - Sweet, Refined, and Powerful:

The tea enters the mouth with immediate sweetness and润 (smoothness), creating a delightful first impression. The aroma is contained and subtle rather than overt (香气含而不露), revealing its refined, elegant character. After a few cups, you can feel the abundant cha qi filling your body with warmth throughout. After several infusions, you can sense the subtle fragrance floating and moving (暗香浮动), with an aftertaste that lingers long and beautifully, refusing to dissipate. The tea carries a refreshing, cooling slight bitterness, and the liquor color is clear with a reddish tint—these are its distinctive characteristics and also the common traits of Yibang region teas.

Key Features:

Origin: Mansong village, Yibang region, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province
Tea Type: Sheng Puerh (Raw Pu-erh) - Ancient Tree Dragon Pearls
Vintage: 2021 (5+ years aged)
Pearl Weight: 8 grams each - one pearl, one perfect session
Heritage: Imperial Tribute Tea (皇家贡茶) - historically reserved for royalty
Entry: Immediately sweet and smooth (入口便甜润)
Aroma: Contained and subtle, not overt (香气含而不露); subtle fragrance floating and moving (暗香浮动)
Cha Qi: Abundant - fills the body with warmth after a few cups
Aftertaste: Lingers long and beautifully, refusing to dissipate (回味悠长，久久不散)
Character: Refreshing, cooling slight bitterness; clear liquor with reddish tint - distinctive traits of Yibang teas
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: 15-20 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