Shen Pu'er 2012, 357 grams

Shen Pu'er Grade "A" is a classic green pu'er weighing 357g, created in 2012 in Pu'er City, Yunnan Province. The "A" mark on the label indicates the high quality of selected raw materials - medium-grade tea buds and leaves, which have acquired a deep, balanced flavor after 12 years of aging.

This pancake is pressed using the classic Qi Zi Bing Cha (七子饼茶) - "Seven Sons" technology, which has been used for more than a century for pu-erhs intended for storage. The taste has already stabilized: the initial bitterness has changed to a rounded softness with light mineral, woody and honey notes.

The infusion is light amber, transparent. The taste is woody-camphoraceous, with a hint of dried fruits, honey, herbs. The aftertaste is long, soft, with a slight sweetness. The tea is ideal for both daily leisurely tea drinking and long-term storage.

Features of this shen:

• Type: Shen Pu'er (unfermented)
• Year of production: 2012
• Shape: Bing Cha (pancake), 357 g
• Sorting: Class A — high quality level
• Origin: Ning'er, Pu'er County, Yunnan, China
• Suitable for aging or everyday use

Characteristics:

• Infusion: light amber
• Taste: soft, woody-mineral, with camphor and malt notes
• Aroma: mature, grassy-honey
• Effect: calming, focusing

How to brew grade A shen puer:

Gongfu method:

1. 5–6 g per 100 ml
2. Temperature — 95°C
3. Rinse with the first flush (2–3 seconds)
4. Brew for 10–20 seconds, up to 10 pours

European method:

1. 1 tsp per 300–350 ml
2. Infuse for 3–4 minutes at 90–95°C
3. Brew 2–3 times