{"product_id":"pu-erh-tea-cake-7542-orange-mark-menghai-tea-factory-1997s-raw-sheng","title":"1996 Pu-Erh Tea Cake, 7532 Orange Mark, Menghai Tea Factory (Raw\/Sheng)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1996 Orange Mark Menghai Tea Factory 7532 Raw Tea Cake is a highly prized and mature Pu-erh tea produced by the famous Menghai Tea Factory in Yunnan, China.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea Leaves:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon unwrapping the packaging, you'll notice a striking contrast in the tea leaves. The top layer of the cake is adorned with predominantly golden tippy leaves, a sign of high-quality young tea leaves. These tippy leaves are often prized for their delicate sweetness and unique character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you delve deeper into the cake, the lower and inner layers reveal large, dark, and mature tea leaves. These aged leaves have undergone a remarkable transformation over nearly three decades, contributing to the tea's depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe appearance on the surface of the cake, displaying varying shades from dark brown to reddish-brown, is a testament to the natural aging process. It reflects the tea's long journey of maturation, with each coloration hinting at different stages of its evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAroma:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma of this tea cake is deep and intricate. It entices the senses with a complex bouquet that encompasses earthy, woody, and forest floor notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has hints of dried fruit emerge, adding a touch of natural sweetness to the overall aroma, while a subtle smokiness contributes to its complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the years, the tea has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from its initial intensity into a mellower, more mature fragrance that beckons you to explore its rich flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea cake is well-balanced and smooth, with a pronounced sweetness that develops as you steep multiple infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt often has a pleasant bitterness that is characteristic of raw (sheng) Pu-erh teas, but this bitterness has mellowed with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea offers a lingering aftertaste with woody, earthy, and sometimes fruity undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1996 Orange Mark Menghai Tea Factory 7532 Raw Tea Cake is a collector's item for Pu-erh enthusiasts and offers a unique opportunity to experience the transformative effects of long-term aging on a high-quality raw Pu-erh tea. Its rich history, complex flavor profile, and deep, earthy character make it a truly exceptional tea for those who appreciate aged Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eTea:\u003c\/b\u003e 1996 Pu-Erh Tea Cake, 7532 Orange Mark, Menghai Tea Factory (Raw\/Sheng)\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFactory: \u003c\/b\u003eMenghai Tea Factory\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"product_description\" itemprop=\"description\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeight Per Cake: \u003c\/b\u003e320 grams \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Yunnan Province, \u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypes:\u003c\/b\u003e Sheng\/Raw \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduce Period: \u003c\/b\u003e1996\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea Soulmate","offers":[{"title":"10 grams (0.4 oz)","offer_id":55251668304244,"sku":"PUGC-96Orange-0001","price":239.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 grams (3.5oz)","offer_id":55251668337012,"sku":"PUGC-96Orange-0002","price":2067.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"150 grams (5.29 oz)","offer_id":55251668369780,"sku":"PUGC-96Orange-0003","price":2953.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 grams (0.7 oz)","offer_id":55251668402548,"sku":"PUGC-96Orange-0004","price":455.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams (1.7 oz)","offer_id":55251668435316,"sku":"PUGC-96Orange-0012","price":1084.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/1560\/6900\/files\/DSC_aa0145a.jpg?v=1787996016","url":"https:\/\/teasoulmate.com\/products\/pu-erh-tea-cake-7542-orange-mark-menghai-tea-factory-1997s-raw-sheng","provider":"Tea Soulmate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}