“Woah. This is my first really nice Shu Puerh and my first Bamboo stored Puerh. Had it as the last tea at a Puerh workshop at Mem Tea with In Pursuit of Tea. Was so floored by the quality of...” Read full tasting note
This limited lot pu-erh, from 2003, was made in a shu, or black, style and then packed into a bamboo stalk to age. It has a peaty fragrance, with a hint of lemongrass, and sweet eucalyptus flavor, which holds up through dozens of infusions.
To open, place the stalk upright on a stable surface; use a knife to gently split it into two pieces. Store the tea in the bamboo, resting on its side; flake off a portion when ready to brew.
Country: China
Region: Yunnan Province
Tasting Notes: peat, eucalyptus, lemongrass
Year of Production: 2003
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