Step into the world of aged Pu'er with our 2012 Yunnan Ripe Pu'er Tea Cake from Zhi Shan Hao. Carefully stored for over 16 years in Kunming's ideal dry-storage conditions, this ripe tea cake has developed a beautifully smooth, mellow character with a naturally sweet finish – a hallmark of well-aged Pu'er.
Why You'll Love It
📅 16+ Years of Aging – Stored in Kunming's renowned dry-storage environment, allowing the tea to age gracefully and develop deep complexity
🍵 Premium Raw Materials – Crafted from leaves sourced from the legendary Yiwu and Bulang Mountains in Yunnan
🍯 Smooth & Sweet – The extended aging has transformed any initial bitterness into a rich, velvety sweetness with a clean, rosy-amber liquor
💪 Gentle on the Stomach – Ripe Pu'er is naturally warming and easy to digest, perfect for daily wellness rituals
Flavor Profile
Smooth and mellow with earthy, woody notes and a naturally sweet, lingering finish. The liquor is a deep, clear rosy-amber with a warm, comforting aroma of aged wood and dried fruit.
Brewing Guide
Water Temperature: 100°C (212°F)
Amount: 5–7g per session (use a Yixing clay pot or gaiwan)
Rinse: 1–2 quick rinses before first steep
Steep Time: 10–20 seconds, increasing with each steep
Re-steeps: 8–12+ times
Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from strong odors and direct sunlight. Avoid airtight containers – Pu'er needs to breathe to continue aging naturally.
Images are real product shots. Slight color variations may occur due to lighting conditions.
