Description
Limited Edition Jinggu Purple Sheng Pu Erh Cake (V2, Guangdong Aged 2018–2026)
Only 30 cakes pressed.
This limited V2 release is made from Jinggu County purple leaf material, sourced as loose mao cha in early 2018 and aged in Guangdong before being pressed into cakes.
After five years of clean Guangdong ageing (2018–2024), this Purple Sheng Pu Erh has developed depth, integration and balance rarely found in younger purple teas.
Origin & Material
- Region: Jinggu County, Yunnan
- Varietal: Purple leaf (“Zi Cha”)
- Type: Raw / Sheng Pu Erh
- Material: Terrace (plantation) grown
- Storage: Guangdong aged 2018–2024
- Pressed: Small batch, 30 cakes only
“Yesheng” purple tea traditionally refers to naturally occurring wild varietals. With rising demand for purple tea, more cultivated plantings have emerged. This material is terrace-grown Jinggu purple — selected for clarity and flavour rather than brute strength.
Ageing & Character
Purple sheng can often be brash, sharp or aggressively bitter when young.
The five years of Guangdong ageing have softened and refined this tea considerably, deepening the aromatics while smoothing the structure.
The result is a clean, pure-tasting aged purple sheng without harsh edges.
Aroma & Liquor
The first infusions carry a delicate yet syrupy aroma.
The liquor is clear and bright, with evolving fragrance across the early steeps.
Taste Profile
- Light but pure purple tea character
- Vegetal and umami notes
- Gentle florality
- Controlled bitterness
- Balanced astringency
The flavour is distinctly “purple” but without the aggressive elements sometimes associated with the varietal.
The aftertaste lingers with a satisfying returning sweetness and characteristic purple edge.
Qi (Energy)
The chi is notable — steady but strong.
As always, energy perception is subjective, but this tea carries a presence beyond its light body.
Overall Character
This Jinggu Purple Sheng Pu Erh offers:
- Integrated Guangdong ageing
- Clean and refined purple character
- Balanced bitterness
- Limited small-batch pressing
- Excellent value for aged purple material
A refreshing and accessible aged purple sheng at an attractive price point — with only 30 cakes available.
Aki –
The 20g sample was very nicely prepared consisting of large chunks and whole leaves. I personally like to brew young shengs using a small 65ml gaiwan starting with ~90C non-tap(!) water for the first few infusions gradually increasing to 95-100C. The resulting tea had a complex, mouth-watering sweet taste with little bitterness and astringency and an energising yet grounding effect.
Gemma Wright (verified owner) –
WOW. Asbo truly lives up to its name! First it punches you in the palate with that satisfying “Witness me!” purple tea power, before giving way to the fruity astringency I love so much about yesheng. Qi from the first cup, which grew over the session.
A definite must-have sheng for the warmer weather. Delicious!