Shu Pu Erh 7572, Menghai Da Yi Factory, AA, 2024

A classic Shu Pu Erh from the Menghai Da Yi factory, created according to recipe 7572. Large leaves and a large number of buds make this Pu Erh powerful, robust, and steep-resistant.

The densely pressed cake is dark brown with vibrant red highlights. The dry tea has a calm, woody-spicy aroma with light resinous notes.

The infusion is rich, thick, cognac-colored, with a warm, sweet-spicy aroma. The flavor is delicate, soft, distinctly wine-woody, with a slight sweetness of hazelnut and a hint of dark chocolate and wood resin. The aftertaste is soft, velvety, and warm.

This tea is for lovers of refined flavors and intense moods. It unfolds softly and captivatingly, pleasantly energizing, warming and refreshing, providing a noticeable boost and setting the mood for work.

How to brew

Brewing in a gaiwan or clay teapot

• Water: 90-95°C
• Amount of tea: 6 g per 100 ml

Place the tea in a well-warmed gaiwan or teapot and let it warm up for 10 seconds.

First infusion: 10 seconds

Subsequent infusions: gradually increase the steeping time by 10+ seconds

Steeping in a thermos

• Water: 85-90°C
• Amount of tea: 5 g per 400-500 ml of water

Use slightly less than you'd like to avoid over-steeping the tea, especially if you plan to keep it in the thermos for several hours.

Brewing over a stove

• Amount of tea: 10-15 g per 800-1000 ml of water

Bring the water to a near boil and turn off the heat. Let it steep for a while to obtain a soft, pleasant infusion.