Description
A masterwork of patience and craft—aged tangerine peel from Xinhui united with ripe pu-erh from ancient Yunnan trees, hand-matched by a 60-year artisan and steeped in seventeen years of refinement.
⛰️ At a Glance
Vintage/Year2008 (17 years aged)TypeRipe Pu-erh (Shou) with Aged Citrus PeelOriginMenghai, Yunnan (tea); Xinhui, Guangdong (peel)FormatCompressed with Peel, ~30-35g per orb
⛰️ Heritage
This tea honors two ancient traditions: the profound earthiness of aged pu-erh from trees older than centuries, and the revered practice of aging citrus peel (陈皮) until it develops concentrated sweetness and fragrance. Xinhui’s tangerine has been treasured in Chinese tea culture for its mineral-rich terroir and natural sugars.
📊 Flavor Profile
BodyDeep, substantial, luxuriously mellowEarthiness/DepthComplex mineral notes with aged warmthSweetnessNatural citrus sweetness, honeyed undertonesCaffeineModerate🍊 Aged Citrus🌲 Earthy Pu-erh🍯 Honeyed Warmth✨ Refined Complexity
🍵 Gongfu Brewing
🌡️Water Temp212°F (100°C)⚖️Tea/Water5-6g tea + 5 small peel pieces / 100ml💧Rinse10-15 sec (essential to awaken aged leaves)⏱️SteepsFirst: 10s, then 15s, 20s, 25s (5-8 infusions minimum)
🏛️ Storage & Aging
Store in cool, dry conditions away from light and strong odors. This tea continues to evolve gracefully; proper storage preserves its developing complexity. Ideal humidity: 60-70%.
🎯 Made For
Collectors and connoisseurs who understand that great tea is an investment in time itself—those seeking the profound satisfaction of aging’s gentle alchemy. This tea rewards patient tasting and contemplative brewing.
— Why We Selected This —
We chose this for its rare convergence of masterful craftsmanship and genuine provenance: 17 years of deliberate aging, ancient-tree pu-erh, and hand-matching by an artisan with six decades of expertise. Every element—from the soil of Xinhui to the selection of 300-year-old trees—speaks to uncompromising quality.
📦 Product Details
BrandXIXICHA
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