2018 Chaze ‘Yi Ye Zhi Wei’ Ripe Pu Erh Tea Brick 240g

An affordable, yet masterly processed ripe (fermented) pu erh tea brick with a well balanced sweet and smooth flavour and a thick texture. This tea consists of a blend of tea leaves from different regions in Menghai. The choice of raw material is inspired by the Dayi tea factory’s 7592 recipe and Kunming tea factory’s 7581 recipe.  The dry tea leaves of this tea brick features an oily looking surface indicating optimal storage and fermentation. A testament to craftsmanship When we received a sample of this tea, we honestly thought we wouldn’t launch it in our store. The tea consists of larger, more mature tea leaves as well as some twigs. However, after tasting this tea, we notices how incredibly well it was processed. The taste was deliciously smooth and sweet and the texture pleasantly thick. Moreover, there was no presence of storage flavours or excessive earthiness that we often taste in cheap pu erh tea. Instead, the aroma was well balanced and crisp. Overall, we felt this tea was a true testament to craftsmanship and an excellent choice for those just started exploring the realms of ripe pu erh tea. While pu erh tea can definitely be a bit of an acquired taste, we think this is the most accessible ripe pu erh tea to try at an affordable price. Learn more about pu erh tea benefits and side effects and how to brew pu erh tea.