Ma Tai Sheng Pu erh (Yunnan Rock Tea) – 200g x 5

Estate Name: Ma Tai Village
Farming Methods: Naturally grown from seed to tree in forest environment without human interference. Hand Plucking, one bud two – three leaves. (Wild tea tree plucking is not as precise as that of a regular garden tea. It is much more difficult work harvesting the tea leaves and the farmers are inclined to obtain more leaves in each single plucking)
Production Methods: Plucking – Slight withering – Frying – Rolling – Sunshine drying – Compressing

This tea is not from any of the famous tea growing regions such as Wuyi or the Phoenix Mountain. This is Ma Tai. a small and quiet village nestled in the mountainous area of Lincang, Yunnan, near the banks of Lan Cang River. There are many ancient tea trees growing in this area. Because this this tea garden is located on the side of the mountain it benefits from good sunshine coverage even into the late afternoon and early evening. During the night there is moisture from Lan Cang River that forms into fog and mist that surrounds the tea garden. So the temperature and humidity is high during the day and low at night – ideal tea growing conditions! The area is also very rocky and similar Wuyi in many ways. The terrain is rich in iron and other minerals, all of which enhances the tea flavor and taste as well has the health benefits.

This unique ancient tree pu-erh tea from Ma Tai is often referred to Yunnan Yan Cha (云南岩茶) or Yunnan Rock Tea.

 

Dry Leaf
Color: Yellowish green color
Shape/size: Tightly curled leaf, in compressed cake

Brewed Tea
Color: Orange
Aroma: Refreshing rich and mellow flavor and aroma
Body Taste: Mellow and rich with a sweet aftertaste.

Suggested Brewing (adjust according to personal preferences)
Water Temperature: 90-95°C/194-203°F
Amount: 3g per 150ml teacup
Steeping Time: 2-3 minutes
# of Infusions: 4-6 infusions