Yan Ming Shan Ancient Tree Raw Tea is harvested from naturally grown tea trees in the mountains in western Lincang.
Harvested by hand in March before the Qingming Festival, only the first bud and 2 leaves are used, resulting in a tea that contains many new buds. It has a medium body and a mellow taste.
It has a transparent drinkability, and a refreshing citrus flavor and sweet aftertaste linger in the throat after drinking.
Because it is made from completely naturally grown tea, it is very rich in minerals, which can warm the body and, for some people, make you tea drunk. The natural sweetness is rich, making it a popular tea among children.
Because the tea is harvested from ancient trees that are hundreds of years old, it is also suitable for aging, which will develop a sweet flavor.
After aging for several years, it has developed sweet flavors reminiscent of sugarcane, caramel, and honey.
The 2016 harvest is known for its transparency, while the 2017 harvest is characterized by a heavy, rich flavor. It is particularly recommended for those who enjoy the scent of vintage Pu-erh tea.
Raw Pu-erh tea is a delicate tea that is fruity and fresh, like freshly made white wine. It has no bitterness or astringency, making it very popular with children.
When you think of Pu-erh tea, you might imagine a tea with a brown liquor and the flavor of dried mushrooms or dried fruits, but that is a type of Pu-erh called ripe Pu-erh.
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Product Details
Yan Ming Shan Ancient Tree Raw Tea is harvested from the mountains around Zhenkang in western Lincang.
It is made from naturally grown tea harvested by hand in March before the Qingming Festival, using only 1 bud and 2 leaves.
Normally, Pu-erh tea is a mix of 1 bud and 2 or 3 leaves, so this is a relatively young pluck for Pu-erh tea. Because it contains many new buds, it has a medium body and a mellow taste.
It has a transparent drinkability, and a refreshing citrus flavor and sweet aftertaste linger in the throat after drinking.
With no bitterness or astringency, it can be brewed for a long time for a strong flavor or brewed quickly for a lighter taste.
A Tea Loved by Children
The tea is carefully made with no burnt or off-flavors, so some people might mistake it for white or green tea due to its quality.
Rich in minerals and with a natural sweetness, it is very popular with children. Unlike adults, children tend to prefer teas with a mild flavor and natural sweetness.
This is not unique to this tea, but our children, as well as the children of our customers, are often delighted with naturally grown Pu-erh tea and can't get enough of it.
Also Suitable for Aging
Yan Ming Shan Ancient Tree Raw Tea is harvested from ancient trees that are hundreds of years old, producing a gentle flavor. As a result, the sweet flavor that develops from aging over several years stands out like a painting on a white canvas.
You can enjoy the evolving flavors that come with aging.
Focus on Sourcing Naturally Cultivated Tea
Since 2010, we have been visiting Yunnan Province every spring. Over the years, we have built connections with many famous tea regions. However, our focus is not on a region's fame, but rather on tea with transparency and a long-lasting aftertaste. To achieve this, we focus on remote mountain villages, selecting tea gardens with ancient tea trees, high altitudes, and no fertilizers, sourcing through unique logistics channels. For more details, please visit the following page.
In Yunnan, teas claiming to be from famous regions are produced in thousands of locations using leaves from other areas, and can be found everywhere—from airports and convenience stores to supermarkets.
What complicates matters is the surprising phenomenon where imitation teas made from leaves in remote areas are of higher quality than the genuine articles. This is especially common with Pu-erh teas from Lincang, and it is a well-known fact among professionals involved in local sourcing. For more details, please visit the following page.
In Yunnan Province, there are long-established brands like Dayi and Zhongcha. These brands are renowned because their teas produced before 1990 are highly valued.
So why are these older teas considered special? Many people assume it is due to long aging, but in reality, the tea leaves used at that time were naturally grown without fertilizers, resulting in their superior quality.
Therefore, even if current teas are aged for a long time, they will not reach the same quality. For more information, please visit the following page.
