{"product_id":"pu-erh-menghai-5-ans-the-sombre-vieilli","title":"Pu Erh Menghai 5 Years – Dark Yunnan Tea, 50 g","description":"\u003ch2\u003e5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh: a Yunnan dark tea with deep character\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh\u003c\/strong\u003e is a loose-leaf dark tea from \u003cstrong\u003eMenghai in Yunnan, China\u003c\/strong\u003e. Aged for five years and unflavored, it offers an intense profile where bitter chocolate, dried fruit, and a hint of peaty molasses meet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen brewed, its leaves produce a \u003cstrong\u003edark red, rich, and warming liquor\u003c\/strong\u003e. This \u003cstrong\u003e50 g\u003c\/strong\u003e format is intended for lovers of deep teas, to be savored slowly to explore the different nuances of the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose this aged Pu-Erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFive years of maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e a tea to discover for its mature character and depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eA cocoa and fruity profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e notes of bitter chocolate and dried fruit, accompanied by a peaty nuance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAn intense cup:\u003c\/strong\u003e a pronounced presence, for those seeking more depth than sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo added flavoring:\u003c\/strong\u003e the tasting notes describe the character of the tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting passport\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePu-Erh, dark tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMenghai, Yunnan, China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIntensity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●●\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDepth\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●●\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWoody \/ peaty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSweetness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●○○○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBest enjoyed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAfter a meal or during a slow tasting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does 5-Year Menghai Pu-Erh taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitter chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e sets the tone, accompanied by \u003cstrong\u003edried fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e and a hint of \u003cstrong\u003epeaty molasses\u003c\/strong\u003e. The overall experience is rich, with a woody and peaty character and a deep finish. Sweetness remains subtle in the face of the intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaste 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare this loose-leaf Pu-Erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003esoft water at 100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Use \u003cstrong\u003e10 to 12 g per liter\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 to 3 g for a 250 ml cup\u003c\/strong\u003e, then steep for \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 5 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Then remove the leaves to stop the steeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the first cup, start with 3 minutes. For subsequent preparations, adjust the time within the recommended range according to the desired intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this dark tea for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it after a meal or during a break where you can take your time, with no other purpose than to appreciate the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about Menghai Pu-Erh\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a black tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pu-Erh belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003edark tea\u003c\/strong\u003e family, which is distinct from black teas. Its origin and family are listed in the tasting passport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does “5 years” mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis indicates the \u003cstrong\u003efive years of maturation\u003c\/strong\u003e stated for this tea. It does not refer to its shelf life after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it contain added chocolate or fruit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Pu-Erh is \u003cstrong\u003eunflavored\u003c\/strong\u003e. Bitter chocolate, dried fruit, and peaty molasses are tasting notes, not added ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should it be stored?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore the leaves away from moisture, heat, light, and strong odors, in a clean, suitable container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContinue your discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pu-erh\"\u003ePu-Erh collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare profiles, or our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-rare-grand-cru\"\u003eselection of rare and grand cru teas\u003c\/a\u003e for your next tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cap sur le thé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53529944031568,"sku":"89040","price":19.4,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/2401\/6976\/files\/puerhmenghai1_resultat.webp?v=1788621738","url":"https:\/\/www.cap-sur-le-the.com\/en\/products\/pu-erh-menghai-5-ans-the-sombre-vieilli","provider":"Cap sur le thé","version":"1.0","type":"link"}