{"product_id":"2013-material-2019-pressed-lao-weidao-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-100g-aged-shou-puer-老味道","title":"2013 Material \/ 2019 Pressed Lao Weidao Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 100g Aged Shou Puer 老味道","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2013 Material \/ 2019 Pressed Lao Weidao Ripe Pu-erh – 100g 老味道\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e老味道 \/ Lao Weidao\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact 100g Yunnan ripe Pu-erh tea cake made from \u003cstrong\u003e2013 tea material and pressed in 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e. The source identifies the raw material as Yunnan large-leaf arbor tea and the finished tea as \u003cstrong\u003ePu-erh ripe tea \/ 熟茶\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its smaller format makes it convenient for everyday gongfu drinking, gifting and tea-shelf display.\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 \/ 普洱熟茶\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lao Weidao \/ 老味道\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea material:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2013\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressing year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan large-leaf arbor tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100g per cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 cakes per bamboo tong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe style is mellow, sweet and comfortably mature. The source describes a pronounced aged aroma and a sweet, satisfying cup. Expect a deep red-brown liquor, soft woody depth and rounded ripe-Pu-erh sweetness with little sharpness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause the material predates the pressing year, the tea presents itself as a compact everyday aged-shou option: full enough for gongfu brewing, but easy to portion from a 100g cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak off \u003cstrong\u003e6–7g\u003c\/strong\u003e from the edge of the cake with a Pu-erh pick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 100–150ml gaiwan, Yixing teapot or porcelain pot.\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 to warm and loosen the compressed leaves.\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 infusions gradually as the tea opens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant fully between steeps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEveryday Mug or Teapot Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse around 5g per 300ml near-boiling water. Steep for 2–3 minutes, pour off completely and re-steep to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with dim sum, roasted nuts, sesame sweets, dark chocolate, mooncake, mushroom dishes and rich savory foods. The mellow aged character also makes it a comfortable after-meal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Display It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional cream paper wrapper and bamboo-tong presentation fit naturally into Chinese tea rooms, studies and new-Chinese interiors. Place one wrapped cake upright on a small walnut, bamboo or dark lacquer stand, with a compact Yixing teapot and two tasting cups beside it. The smaller 100g size is especially useful on narrow shelves where a full 357g cake may feel oversized.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor a warmer vintage look, combine it with woven bamboo, aged wood, linen and muted ceramics. Keep decorative placement practical: avoid sunlight, kitchen steam, incense smoke, perfume and humid cabinets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compact 100g cake is suitable for housewarmings, host gifts, birthdays, Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn gatherings, office gifting and introductory aged-Pu-erh sets. It is a practical choice for someone who wants an aged-style ripe Pu-erh experience without committing to a full 357g cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a \u003cstrong\u003edry, clean, ventilated and odor-free environment\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep away from direct light, excessive humidity and strong smells. Under appropriate storage conditions, compressed Pu-erh is traditionally kept for ongoing maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Lao Weidao raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer \/ 熟茶\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there two years listed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe product information identifies the tea material as 2013 and the pressing year as 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach cake weighs 100g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe profile is mellow and sweet, with deep red-brown liquor, aged aroma and soft woody ripe-Pu-erh depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to rinse it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. One or two quick rinses help warm the vessel and loosen the compressed leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much tea should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with 6–7g per 100–150ml for gongfu brewing, then adjust according to your preferred strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I brew it in a normal teapot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Porcelain, ceramic and Yixing teapots all work well with near-boiling water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for everyday drinking?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The compact 100g format and mellow ripe-Pu-erh profile make it convenient for regular tea sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I display the cake?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Display it on a dry stand away from direct sun, humidity and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a good gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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