Xiaguan Bulang Old Tree Sheng Puerh Tea Cake 2011 - 357g Dry Storage

Premium 2011 Xiaguan Bulang Old Tree Sheng Puerh - 15-Year Aged Dry Storage

Experience the exceptional quality of this 2011 vintage Xiaguan Bulang Old Tree sheng puerh, aged for 15 years in dry storage. This 357-gram cake showcases abundant cha qi (茶气十足), thick robust strands (条索肥硕), neat compression (压制规整), and complete appearance (外观完整). With clear sweet tea liquor taste, lasting salivation and returning sweetness, and pronounced rock sugar character (冰糖韵明显), this tea embodies the powerful character of Bulang Mountain combined with Xiaguan's renowned craftsmanship.

Xiaguan Tea Factory - Legendary Craftsmanship

Xiaguan Tea Factory (下关茶厂), established in 1902, is one of the oldest and most respected pu-erh producers in Yunnan. Located in Dali, the factory is renowned for its tuo cha (bowl-shaped tea) and its distinctive tight compression technique. Xiaguan teas are celebrated for their powerful character, excellent aging potential, and consistent quality.

Bulang Mountain Old Tree Material

This tea is crafted from old tree material from Bulang Mountain (布朗老树), one of the most prestigious tea regions in Menghai. Bulang teas are known for their powerful cha qi, rich flavor, and strong character. Old tree material provides greater depth, complexity, and superior aging potential.

Dry Storage - 15 Years of Aging

The tea has been stored in dry conditions (干仓存放) for 15 years, preserving its vitality and creating clean, pure flavor profiles. Dry storage allows the tea to age slowly and naturally, developing complexity while maintaining freshness.

Abundant Cha Qi

The cha qi is abundant and powerful (茶气十足), filling the body with intense tea energy and creating an invigorating, energizing experience. This strong cha qi is characteristic of premium Bulang Mountain tea.

Thick Robust Strands - Neat Compression

The tea strands are thick and robust (条索肥硕), indicating high-quality old tree material. The compression is neat and regular (压制规整), and the overall appearance is complete and intact (外观完整), demonstrating expert processing and proper storage.

Clear Sweet Tea Liquor Taste

The tea liquor taste is clear and sweet (茶汤口感清甜), delivering pure, natural sweetness without any harshness. The clarity of flavor demonstrates excellent material quality and proper aging.

Lasting Salivation and Returning Sweetness

The salivation and returning sweetness are lasting and persistent (回甘生津持久), continuing to evolve and intensify long after drinking. This enduring response is a hallmark of premium aged sheng puerh.

Pronounced Rock Sugar Character

The rock sugar character is pronounced and obvious (冰糖韵明显), creating a distinctive mineral sweetness that is highly prized in aged pu-erh. This rock sugar quality adds depth and sophistication to the tea's flavor profile.

Key Features:

Producer: Xiaguan Tea Factory (下关茶厂)
Tea Type: Sheng Puerh (Raw Pu-erh) - Bulang Old Tree (布朗老树茶饼)
Vintage: 2011 (15+ years aged)
Weight: 357 grams (standard cake)
Storage: Dry storage (干仓存放)
Cha Qi: Abundant and powerful (茶气十足)
Strands: Thick and robust (条索肥硕)
Compression: Neat and regular (压制规整)
Appearance: Complete and intact (外观完整)
Taste: Clear and sweet (茶汤口感清甜)
Response: Lasting salivation and returning sweetness (回甘生津持久)
Character: Pronounced rock sugar quality (冰糖韵明显)

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 tightly compressed leaves, discard this infusion
First Infusion: 15-20 seconds (Xiaguan compression is tight)
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