Bulang Mountain Tuocha | shou puerh
TASTING NOTES: buttered pecans, cocoa, malt, brie cheese
Rich, velvety texture and complex flavors. This cooked Tuo Cha is crafted from ripe Puerh tea leaves grown on 200-year-old trees in Yunnan's Bulang Mountain. With a smooth, butter-like consistency, this tea unfurls to reveal a rich, sweet, and earthy aftertaste that coats the palate with ease. The tea is sure to delight even the most discerning palate with its good taste, sweetness, and long-lasting flavor.
Tea character
Leaf aroma
forest floor, moist chocolate cake
Cup aroma
toasted bread, honey, plum compote
Flavor
buttered pecans, cocoa, malt, Brie cheese
Tea story
Bulang Mountain puerh is a reflection of centuries of tradition and the meticulous care taken by tea farmers in one of the most celebrated tea-growing regions in China—Yunnan. Grown in the mist-covered Bulang Mountain, where 200-year-old tea trees thrive amidst a rich, unspoiled environment, this tea brings together the wisdom of generations and the natural abundance of the land. The leaves used to craft this unique tuocha are picked from the mature, ancient trees that have stood the test of time, imparting deep character and resilience to the tea itself.
The creation of this shou puerh (ripe or cooked puerh) follows a careful process, where the leaves are expertly fermented to enhance their natural richness and complexity. This method, known as "wet piling," allows the tea to develop its full-bodied flavor, while preserving the earthy sweetness that comes from the unique climate and ancient tea trees of Bulang Mountain. The leaves are then shaped into the familiar tuocha shape, or bird's nest form, which helps to preserve their flavor and make brewing simple and convenient.
This tea is perfect for those seeking a comforting, rich cup to enjoy in a quiet moment of relaxation. Its smooth, buttery texture and sweet, earthy aftertaste make it a great companion for both meditation and reflective conversation. Ideal for colder seasons or when you need a comforting drink to wind down.
Tea Region | Bulang Mountain, Yunnan, China
Tea tree | Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Cultivar | Bulang Shan (布朗山)
Harvest | Eearly summer, 2023
Picking & processing | leaves from 200-year-old trees; wet piling method
Caramelized nuts
Almonds, pecans, or walnuts roasted with a touch of caramel or honey will echo the tea’s treacle and toffee notes while adding a satisfying crunch.
Dark chocolate truffles
Rich, dark chocolate truffles with a hint of sea salt or filled with ganache bring out the tea’s vanilla and fudge flavors. The slight bitterness of dark chocolate balances the tea’s sweetness.
Baked apples or pears with cinnamon
will resonate with the tea’s fruity, cooked apple notes, enhancing its warm, comforting profile.
Cheese with caramel or honey drizzle
A soft, creamy cheese like Brie or Camembert, drizzled with a touch of caramel or honey, pairs well with the tea’s sweet, rich character, creating a luxurious mouthfeel.