Sheng pu-erh (raw)
Sheng (raw) pu-erh is pressed after drying and then matures slowly, sometimes for decades.
Taste
Young: fresh, spicy and bitter. Aged: deep, sweet and complex.
How to brew it
90–95°CTemperature
short infusionsSteeping time
Rinse 5 grams briefly with hot water first. Then steep briefly each time with water at 90–95°C, 10 to 30 seconds.
Goes well with
Pairs with rich, savoury food, such as duck or pork.
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