{"product_id":"2009-material-2015-pressed-menghai-bulang-mountain-banzpen-old-tree-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-班盆老树熟茶","title":"2009 Material \/ 2015 Pressed Menghai Bulang Mountain Banzpen Old-Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 班盆老树熟茶","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2009 Material \/ 2015 Pressed Banzpen Old-Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 班盆老树熟茶\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA mature Yunnan ripe Pu-erh tea cake from the Banzpen tea area of Menghai’s Bulang Mountain, made from \u003cstrong\u003e2009 tea material\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003epressed in 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e. The traditional 357g round cake combines an aged-tea story with the deep, smooth character expected from well-rested shou Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe Pu-erh \/ Shou Puer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Banzpen, Bulang Mountain, Menghai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2009\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressing year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357g per cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 cakes per tong, 6 tongs per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a deep red-brown liquor with mellow woody depth, soft sweetness and a smooth rounded body. The aged material gives the cup a settled, integrated feel, while the ripe-Pu-erh fermentation keeps the texture rich and approachable with very little sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen \u003cstrong\u003e7–8g\u003c\/strong\u003e from the edge of the cake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 100–150ml gaiwan or Yixing teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse 1–2 times for about 5 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the first drinking infusion at \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease later steeps gradually by 5–10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant fully after each infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLarge Teapot Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse about 5g tea per 300ml near-boiling water. Steep for 2–3 minutes, pour out completely and re-steep to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with dim sum, roast meats, mushroom dishes, walnuts, sesame pastries, dark chocolate, mooncake or other richer foods. Its mellow depth also makes it an excellent after-meal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea-Room Display \u0026amp; Interior Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe mustard-gold wrapper, bold black calligraphy and classic round cake shape give this tea strong decorative presence. Display the wrapped cake upright on a dark wood or lacquer stand beside a Yixing teapot, tea pick and two tasting cups. It suits traditional Chinese, new-Chinese, wabi-sabi and study-room interiors particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2009-material \/ 2015-pressed story and traditional 357g format make this a substantial gift for experienced Pu-erh drinkers, housewarmings, business gifting, Lunar New Year and Mid-Autumn gatherings. Add a tea knife or small gaiwan for a more complete set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free place away from direct sunlight, perfume, smoke, spices and excessive humidity. Good storage helps preserve the tea’s mature aroma and smooth texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is ripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat year is the tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe tea material is from 2009 and the cake was pressed in 2015.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach cake weighs 357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere is Banzpen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBanzpen is a tea area associated with Bulang Mountain in Menghai, Yunnan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect mellow woody depth, soft sweetness, a deep red-brown liquor and a rounded smooth body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I rinse it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. One or two quick rinses help open the compressed leaves and warm the brewing vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat water temperature works best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 95–100°C water for a full, smooth cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I break the cake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInsert a Pu-erh pick gently from the edge or back and work inward in thin layers rather than forcing the center.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The aged-material story and classic 357g format make it especially giftable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I display the cake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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