BAJIAOTING Premium Cake from 2008| shou puerh
TASTING NOTES: chocolate, marzipan, hints of oak
An elegant puerh cake that leaves an impression. Pressed in 2008, it offers a taste of ripe puerh perfection in beautiful gift packaging. Hints of chocolate or wood might grace your palate, offering a complex yet approachable flavor profile. Ideal for daily enjoyment or unwinding after a long day, this tea promises a gentle warmth and a touch of natural sweetness.
Tea Region
Tea tree
Cultivar
Harvest
Picking & processing
Menghai, Yunnan, China
Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Da Ye Zhong / 大叶种
Spring, 2020
One bud and up to three leaves
In the heart of Yunnan, where misty mountains cradle ancient tea gardens, the BAJIAOTING Palace Puerh is born—a tea steeped in centuries of tradition and reverence. This exceptional Puerh is more than just a beverage; it is a journey into the rich cultural heritage of China, where each sip carries the echoes of a bygone era.
Presented in exquisite gift packaging, the BAJIAOTING Palace Pu-erh emerges as a symbol of sophistication and timeless elegance. The packaging itself is a work of art, designed to reflect the tea’s royal lineage and the meticulous craftsmanship that goes into its creation. As you open the box, the aroma of aged tea leaves fills the air, hinting at the deep, complex flavors that lie within.
This tea is a celebration of the senses, offering a unique and relaxing experience that unfolds with each infusion. The first steeping reveals earthy notes, reminiscent of the rich Yunnan soil, mingling with hints of dark wood and dried fruit. As the tea continues to steep, its flavors deepen, releasing layers of complexity that dance on the palate—smooth, rounded, and imbued with the wisdom of time.
Dark chocolate
The bitterness and richness of dark chocolate pair seamlessly with Shou Puerh’s earthy and slightly sweet notes, enhancing the tea’s deep, complex profile. Opt for chocolate with a high cocoa content to match the tea’s robustness.
Braised meat dishes
Braised beef short ribs or slow-cooked lamb with aromatic spices, resonate with the tea’s earthy, savory qualities.
Mushroom risotto
The earthy flavors of a mushroom risotto, especially one made with porcini or shiitake mushrooms, pair beautifully with Shou Puerh. The umami richness of the mushrooms brings out the tea’s woody, forest-like notes.
Tea character
Leaf
wood, dry soil, burned sugar
Cup
dried apricots, roasted lamb, whiskey
Flavor
chocolate, marzipan, hints of oak
How to brew
Temperature
Tea weight
Water amount
Steeping time
99 °C
5 gram
100ml
25 sec (add 5 sec per steep for at least 12 steeps)
Temperature
Tea weight
Water amount
Steeping time
99 °C
4 gram
500ml
2 min (you can resteep 3-5 times)
What teaware to use
Li Ming Tea Factory
Li Ming Tea Factory "Ba Jiao Ting" (八角亭黎明) is located in Menghai, within the Xishuangbanna Prefecture. The factory, known as Liming, operates under the trademark "Ba Jiao Ting," a name inspired by a Buddhist legend. Established in 1964, Liming has built a strong reputation as a safe and organic tea producer. Over the years, it has earned numerous national awards and is recognized as one of the top ten tea brands in Yunnan.