Shen Puerh To Cha Xiaguan, 2016, 100 grams

Shen Puerh To Cha XiaGuan is a classic green Puerh in the shape of a tuocha (nest), weighing 100 g, produced in 2016 at the legendary Xiaguan Tea Factory in Dali, Yunnan Province.

This tea belongs to the FT (Fei Tai) series, produced for the Taiwanese market - such raw materials have always been distinguished by higher quality, better balance of taste and potential for aging. To cha has a dense pressing, strong aroma and a characteristic style of Xiaguan - smoky-coniferous, energetic, with bitterness and a long aftertaste.

The infusion is golden yellow, transparent. The taste is powerful, grassy-stony, with notes of smoke, dried plums and a slight bitterness. After 2–3 years of aging, the tea becomes softer, but retains its depth. Perfect for an invigorating morning or a focused afternoon.

Advantages:

• Shape: To Cha (nest) - convenient to store and take with you
• Type: Shen Pu'er (unfermented)
• Manufacturer: Xiaguan TF (下关沱茶厂)
• Year: 2016
• Series: FT (Fei Tai) — premium for export
• Taste: smoky, mineral, powerful, with fruity notes
• Effect: strong toning and concentration

How to brew this Shen Pu'er:

Gongfu method:

1. 5–6 g of tea per 100 ml
2. Water temperature — 95–100°C
3. Rinse with the first flush (2–3 seconds)
4. Short pours 10–15 seconds, up to 10–12 brews

European method:

1. 1 tsp. tea per 300–350 ml
2. Infuse for 3–4 minutes at a temperature of 90–95°C.
3. Can be brewed 2–3 times