Description
Guangdong storage: 2021-2026
A cute and cuddly, well-balanced Pu, perfect for newbies and a great daily drinker that should age nicely!
This 2021 Yiwu Sheng Pu Erh is a mixed-pick blend, combining leaves from multiple regions of the Yiwu mountains. Carefully harvested and processed, this cake represents a balanced, early-stage raw pu erh experience.
Origin & Material
- Region: Yiwu Mountains, Yunnan
- Material: Mixed-pick leaf blend
- Type: Raw / Sheng Pu Erh
- Year: 2021 harvest
A young Yiwu cake capturing the fresh character of high mountain leaves with natural varietal complexity.
Aroma & Liquor
At room temperature, the dry leaf is slightly pungent, hinting at its energetic character.
The first rinse releases:
- Green, fresh aromatics
- Light apricot syrup sweetness
- Bold eggshell minerality
The liquor pours a clean, pale green-golden colour — indicative of young Yiwu sheng.
Taste & Texture
Early infusions:
- Fresh, green flavours with subtle sweetness
- Distinct eggshell mineral note
- Light touch of smoke
As the session progresses, flavours meld into a smooth, well-rounded Yiwu experience.
Bitterness and astringency remain soft with gentle brewing; longer steeps bring a more robust pu erh character and complex aftertaste. The mouthfeel ranges from fair to smooth, coating the palate comfortably.
Qi (Energy)
Chi is present but low — energetic and uplifting without being overwhelming. Perfect for daytime gong fu sessions.
Overall Character
A young, approachable Yiwu Sheng Pu Erh, offering:
- Balanced mixed-pick flavour profile
- Light sweetness and mineral complexity
- Soft bitterness and subtle astringency
- Energetic but gentle chi
Ideal for early drinkers of Yiwu sheng, with natural potential to develop deeper character over the next few years with careful storage.
martin (verified owner) –
Fruity and, yes, friendly. Solid, good value tea that I’ve only brewed on the lighter side so far, but look forward to pushing. I like the Best Friend’s bark, so I’m hopeful for its bite!