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Pu-erh (Raw/Sheng) Quick Facts
- Name
- Pu-erh (Raw/Sheng) (普洱生茶, Pǔ Ěr Shēng Chá)
- Type
- Dark
- Origin
- Yunnan
- Thermal Nature
- Cool (young) to Neutral (aged)
- Caffeine
- High
- Brewing
- 90-95°C (194-203°F), 5-10 sec first steep, 15-30+ steeps steeps
Pu-erh (Raw/Sheng)
Cool (young) to Neutral (aged)普洱生茶 (Pǔ Ěr Shēng Chá)
Dark · Yunnan
Naturally aged pu-erh that transforms over decades. Young sheng is vibrant and bitter; aged sheng (15+ years) becomes smooth, complex, and highly prized. A tea for collectors and connoisseurs.
Flavor Profile
Young: bitter, astringent, floral. Aged: mellow, complex, dried fruit
Caffeine Level
High
Brewing Guide
Temperature
90-95°C (194-203°F)
Amount
5-7g per 150ml
Steep Time
5-10 sec first steep
Number of Steeps
15-30+ steeps
Health Benefits
- ✓ Clears heat (young)
- ✓ Aids digestion
- ✓ Antioxidant-rich
- ✓ Improves gut health