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Pu-Erh Tea Cakes 50g
£4.50
This tea has its place in history as being
not only a drink but also a currency! It is
often found formed into tea cakes which will age
over time. We offer individual tea cakes that
provide a distinctive earthy flavour. Having
gained popularity as a slimming tea used by
celebrities, this tea can be enjoyed whether or
not you are looking to remove the odd.
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Brewing Instructions and
Storage
Brewing Pu-erh Tea
Start by filling one fifth of the tea pot / mug
with dry tea leaves. Quickly immerse the tea
leaves in near-boiling water, and then discard.
Fill the teapot or mug with near boiling water.
Adjust the length of brewing to your personal
taste. Pu-erh tea should be drunk while hot.
Good Pu-erh tea will have a strong aged flavour
that is smooth to the taste.
Storage of Pu-erh Tea
The storage environment should have a relative
humidity below 85% and the temperature should
neither be too hot or too cold. Avoid direct
sunlight and aim for an airy, clean environment
free of unpleasant odors, as Pu-erh tea will
absorb odors and from the air. The unique
qualities and aged flavours of Pu-erh tea
develop over the long natural oxidation process
that results from storage. The flavour will
continually improve with age. The flavours of
Pu-erh teas are compared with the desired
results of aged vintage wine. Nevertheless, if
stored improperly for long periods, there will
be a decrease in quality. Most new raw teas will
yield a satisfactory quality after 5-10 years of
storage.
