Pu er Shou 2008 Jingmai Organic

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Product code: CSTVI-84

This loose-leaf Shou Pu er consists of medium-sized leaves from ecological plantations at 1600m in the Lincang region (China). It was produced following international organic certification standards.

Its liquor, brick-coloured and crystalline, reveals its mineral character with aromas of undergrowth and camphor resins.

Marine (algae) and cereal (oats) nuances complement the aromatic profile of this silky, easy to drink, tea.

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Teapot method
balance Quantity / 250ml of water
1
thermometer Temperature of infusion
95
Rinse leaves
  1. Pour water, at recommended temperature for the infusion, on to the leaves.
  2. Allow leaves to soak for 5 to 10 seconds.
  3. Strain off the rinse water and begin your infusion.
lined-clock Infusion length
3 - 4 min
Gong fu cha technique
balance Quantity / 150ml of water
2
thermometer Temperature of infusion
95
Rinse leaves
  1. Pour water, at recommended temperature for the infusion, on to the leaves.
  2. Allow leaves to soak for 5 to 10 seconds.
  3. Strain off the rinse water and begin your infusion.
lined-clock Infusion length 1
15 - 25 sec
lined-clock Infusion length 2
10 - 20 sec
lined-clock Infusion length 3
20 - 35 sec
Concentration in caffeine 25 MgConcentration in mg / cup* of tea, on a four-grade scale
25 Mg
25 Mg
Concentration of antioxidants 395 μmolConcentration in μmol / cup* of tea, on a four-grade scale
395 μmol
395 μmol
Flavour wheel Identify the principal aromatic notes of a tea
Floral Fruity Woody Earthy Spice Vegetal
Similar Aromatic Profiles
* 250ml loose teas, 100ml for Matchas

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