LAO LIU BAO
AGED SIX HILLS
DARK (HEI CHA) TEA
Liu Bao, Guanxi, China
Legendary tea with 1500 years of history. It is traditionally made from local varieties, processed by a unique method, and aged for a while, this tea can provide a very special aroma and taste. Sweet, deep, and woody taste with a long-lasting aftertaste. MORE
AROMA
Wood
TASTE
Woody, nutty, mineral
HARVEST: Spring, 2001
DARK (HEI CHA) TEA
Liu Bao, Guanxi, China
Legendary tea with 1500 years of history. It is traditionally made from local varieties, processed by a unique method, and aged for a while, this tea can provide a very special aroma and taste. Sweet, deep, and woody taste with a long-lasting aftertaste. MORE
AROMA
Wood
TASTE
Woody, nutty, mineral
HARVEST: Spring, 2001
Fermented tea also known as Hei Cha has an excellent healing effect, as it contains theaflavins - substances that can resist tumours, and prevent the formation of blood clots and coagulation. Hei Cha improves immunity, inhibits the spread of cancer cells, prevents cardiovascular diseases, and much more. It is believed that this kind of tea prolongs life.
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EASTERN (PIN CHA) ★
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 3-7 grams per 120 ml of water
Steeping: 10-30 sec x 7+
WESTERN (INFUSION)
Temperature: 99 °C
Amount: 2-3 grams per 250 ml of water
Steeping: 1-2 min x 3
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Tea absorbs surrounding aromas and moisture and loses its properties, including taste and aroma. Store it in a dry and cool place. Avoid direct exposure to the sun and high temperatures.
TEMPERATURE: 20-25°C
HUMIDITY: 50-60%
BEST BEFORE: No expiration date!
*When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
TEMPERATURE: 20-25°C
HUMIDITY: 50-60%
BEST BEFORE: No expiration date!
*When properly stored, this tea gets better with time!
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AGED "SIX HILLS" 2001
ORIGIN
Liu Bao is a local tea, produced in Liu Bao village, Guangxi province, China. Having a 1500 years long history, this tea is one of the oldest types of tea in the world. Nowadays, there are a lot of different types of Liu Bao, which makes this tea entirely another universe in the world of tea, therefore, deserving special attention for its history, types, and production methods. Liu Bao is made from high-quality late spring mature tea leaves, processed with the observance of all the nuances of production, and carefully stored for several years, consequently, this tea is one of the most appreciated kinds by tea connoisseurs thanks to its special aroma and taste.
ORGANOLEPTIC
The dry tea leaves have a sweet woody fragrance. After rinsing, the aroma develops into Chen Xiang ("old age aroma") with clear woody notes and hints of herbs in the background. The taste is sweet, deep, and mild, with woody, nutty notes, and a mineral long-lasting aftertaste. 20+ years of ageing gives this tea a wonderful velvety texture and a salivating effect.
GASTRONOMY
This tea goes well with savoury light dishes like mushrooms, potato-based combinations, cauliflower, steamed dumplings, seafood, and something that is not highly seasoned, leaving some space for the tea to express itself within the landscape of flavours.
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