Pu Erh Menghai 5 Years – Dark Yunnan Tea, 50 g

5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh: a Yunnan dark tea with deep character

The 5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh is a loose-leaf dark tea from Menghai in Yunnan, China. Aged for five years and unflavored, it offers an intense profile where bitter chocolate, dried fruit, and a hint of peaty molasses meet.

When brewed, its leaves produce a dark red, rich, and warming liquor. This 50 g format is intended for lovers of deep teas, to be savored slowly to explore the different nuances of the cup.

Why choose this aged Pu-Erh?

• Five years of maturation: a tea to discover for its mature character and depth.
• A cocoa and fruity profile: notes of bitter chocolate and dried fruit, accompanied by a peaty nuance.
• An intense cup: a pronounced presence, for those seeking more depth than sweetness.
• No added flavoring: the tasting notes describe the character of the tea.

Tasting passport

What does 5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh taste like?

Bitter chocolate sets the tone, accompanied by dried fruit and a hint of peaty molasses. The overall experience is rich, with a woody and peaty character and a deep finish. Sweetness remains subtle in the face of the intensity.

Taste it plain, then let the cup cool slightly between sips. This slow tasting allows you to take the time to distinguish the cocoa, fruity, and woody nuances.

How to prepare this loose-leaf Pu-Erh?

Use soft water at 100°C. Use 10 to 12 g per liter, or 2.5 to 3 g for a 250 ml cup, then steep for 3 to 5 minutes. Then remove the leaves to stop the steeping.

For the first cup, start with 3 minutes. For subsequent preparations, adjust the time within the recommended range according to the desired intensity.

Who is this dark tea for?

It is suitable for lovers of Pu-Erh, intense cocoa, and woody or peaty profiles. If you are new to this family, expect a powerful cup with little sweetness. The tasting passport helps you understand its character before choosing.

Enjoy it after a meal or during a break where you can take your time, with no other purpose than to appreciate the cup.

Questions about Menghai Pu-Erh

Is it a black tea?

This Pu-Erh belongs to the dark tea family, which is distinct from black teas. Its origin and family are listed in the tasting passport.

What does “5 years” mean?

This indicates the five years of maturation stated for this tea. It does not refer to its shelf life after purchase.

Does it contain added chocolate or fruit?

This Pu-Erh is unflavored. Bitter chocolate, dried fruit, and peaty molasses are tasting notes, not added ingredients.

How should it be stored?

Store the leaves away from moisture, heat, light, and strong odors, in a clean, suitable container.

Continue your discovery

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