Aged Citrus Peel Pu'er

Origin: Wa Shan, Cangyuan County, Yunnan Province, China 
Cultivar: Mengku Da Ye Broad Leaf & Fengqing Da Ye Broad Leaf 
Harvest: Spring 2018 
Elevation: 1600-1800m 

Introducing Rishi’s curated selection of winter Shu Pu’er teas. These blends are specifically crafted to support our bodies in the colder months. Shu Pu’er is a fermented tea that has a warming effect, is deeply energizing and has been used for centuries to aid digestion.

We sourced several lots of aged red tangerine and green tangerine peels from Guangdong that range from 3 to 11 years old. We then blended the peels with five-year aged Shu Pu’er from Lincang, Yunnan. Aged tangerine peels are a time-honored folk remedy for facing the cold winter season. Aged peels have a softer aroma and become smooth, fruity and a bit spicy over time. Typically, aged peels are considered to be more beneficial. This tea is smooth and savory with hints of spice, porcini, wintergreen and sweet tangerine.

Traditional Preparation

Add 8-9 grams to a Gaiwan or Gongfu Teapot (per 150ml-200ml). 
Use 200°F water. 
Don’t rinse this tea. 
Infuse the first brew for 1 minute. 
Infuse 2nd and subsequent brews for 45 seconds. 
  
Repeat several times until the flavor and aroma of the tea dissipates. As the brewing session ensues, increase infusion time to coax out the body and strength of the final infusions.