Gong Ting | shou puerh

TASTING NOTES: plum, anise, pecan, raisins

Gong Ting, or "Palace Puerh," is a shou or ripe puerh of the highest quality, made from young leaves. Grown at an elevation of 1500-2200 meters above sea level, Gong Ting puerh is hand-plucked from 20-year-old Yunnan Kang No. 10 trees. This shu puerh, made from an arbor species with golden buds, has been aged for two years, ensuring a rich and complex flavor.

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      Tea Region

      Tea tree

      Cultivar

      Harvest

      Picking & processing

      Bulang, Yunnan, China

      Camellia sinensis var. assamica

      Kang No. 10

      Spring, 2021

      Up to forth leaf

      Hand-plucked from Yunnan Kang No. 10 trees, which stand tall at elevations between 1500 and 2200 meters above sea level, the leaves are carefully selected for their youth and vitality. These trees, though only 20 years old, are part of an ancient lineage, nurtured to produce leaves that are small, tender, and rich in flavor. The golden buds, a hallmark of quality, are meticulously processed and aged for two years, a practice that deepens the tea’s complexity and infuses it with a profound richness.

      When you brew a cup of Gong Ting puerh, you are met with a deep, dark infusion that exudes an earthy aroma with hints of cocoa and wood. The flavor unfolds like a well-written novel, starting with a smooth, velvety texture that gives way to notes of dark chocolate, sweet dates, and a subtle smokiness. The finish is long and lingering, leaving a warmth that wraps around you like a comforting embrace.

      Dark chocolate truffles
      The rich, bittersweet flavor of dark chocolate enhances the deep, earthy notes of the Gong Ting puerh, while the smooth texture of the truffles mirrors the tea's velvety mouthfeel.

      Roasted duck with plum sauce
      The savory, umami-rich duck pairs beautifully with the complex layers of the puerh, and the sweet-tart plum sauce echoes the tea's subtle sweetness, creating a harmonious balance.

      Mature cheddar or gouda
      The sharp, nutty flavors of mature cheese contrast with the tea’s earthy tones, while their creamy texture complements the tea’s smooth finish.

      Tea character

      Leaf
      fennel, anise, deep forest

      Cup
      anise, raisins, plum

      Flavor
      plum, anise, pecan, raisins

      How to brew

      Temperature

      Tea weight

      Water amount

      Steeping time

      99 °C

      5 gram

      100ml

      20 sec (add 5 sec per steep for at least 15 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