-Preface
Im fairly new(3 months or so) to Pu erh, Sheng and Shu a like but I already have my preferences. I am not getting the same notes as other reviewers, I rinsed twice both times, once tried gongfu yesterday ( 4 g dry leaf /100 mL multiple quick infusions) and also today western style ( 4 g dry leaf / 240 mL 5/6/6 min infusion).
-Review
This ripened pu erh has a fruity taste to it that reminded me of mulled wine or warmed berries and a sour quality of raw cacao (not dark chocolate but 90-100% cacao bars). It was still fairly smooth and not bitter in the least but that fruity/sour taste is not something I look for especially in a pu erh in the morning. I the western style brew mellowed out the sour fruity taste and seemed to bring the other earthy qualities I enjoy but still not my favorite. I will keep experimenting with brewing time/water/etc. Overall nothing terrible I can appreciate the quality and see why others like it, hate to use a cheesy line but “Not my cup of Tea” seems appropriate.
Flavors: Dark Bittersweet, Dates, Stewed Fruits
