2016 Mansong Prince Mountain Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Stone-Pressed Sheng Puer 曼松王子山普洱生茶

2016 Mansong Prince Mountain Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 曼松王子山普洱生茶

A 2016 raw Pu-erh / sheng puer tea cake from the Mansong / 曼松 tea area, presented as a Prince Mountain / 王子山 ancient-tree tea and traditionally stone-pressed into the classic 357g format. The cake shows long, visible leaf strands and buds, while the brewed liquor is clear golden-yellow with a sweet, elegant young-to-mature sheng character.

Tea type: Raw Pu-erh / Sheng Puer
Year: 2016
Tea area: Mansong / 曼松, Yunnan, China
Style: Prince Mountain ancient-tree raw Pu-erh
Pressing: Traditional stone pressing
Net weight: 357g per cake
Traditional packing: 7 cakes per bamboo tong

Taste & aroma

The original product presentation emphasizes sweetness, a refined smooth character, visible buds and substantial tea energy. The liquor is bright golden-yellow. Compared with a very young raw Pu-erh, a 2016 cake has had years for its sharper edges to settle, while still retaining the floral lift, sweetness and structure that make sheng puer rewarding across many infusions.

How to brew Mansong raw Pu-erh

Gongfu method: Loosen about 5–7g from the cake with a Pu-erh knife or tea pick. Use a 100–150ml gaiwan or small teapot and water around 95–100°C / 203–212°F. Give the leaves a quick rinse, then begin with 5–10 second infusions. Increase the steeping time gradually as the compressed leaf opens.

Western-style method: Use about 3–4g for 300–400ml of hot water. Steep for roughly 1–2 minutes and re-steep several times, adjusting later infusions according to preferred strength.

How the flavour develops

Early steeps emphasize fragrance and sweetness; the middle rounds become fuller and more textural; later infusions soften while keeping a clean sweet finish. This progression is one reason aged raw Pu-erh is best explored through repeated short infusions rather than one long brew.

Storage & continued aging

Store the cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free environment away from direct sunlight, excess moisture, perfume and kitchen smells. Raw Pu-erh is traditionally suitable for continued maturation. Stable storage protects both the tea and the original wrapper while allowing the profile to evolve gradually.

Tea-room styling & display

The white wrapper, green calligraphy and traditional bamboo tong give this tea a calm, scholarly appearance. Display one wrapped cake upright on a dark wood or red-lacquer stand beside celadon, a gaiwan or a simple brass tea tool. It works especially well with New Chinese, Zen, Japandi, wabi-sabi, collector-study and luxury minimalist interiors.

Gift ideas

A dated 357g Mansong cake makes a substantial gift for raw-Pu-erh drinkers, collectors and people interested in regional Yunnan tea. Suitable occasions include birthdays, housewarmings, Lunar New Year, Father’s Day, business gifting and tea-club exchanges. Pair it with a tea knife and tasting cups for a complete gongfu tea set.

Food pairing

Pair with fresh fruit, almond biscuits, lightly sweet pastries, roasted nuts, delicate dim sum or mild cheeses. Lighter foods allow the tea's sweetness, fragrance and clean finish to remain clear.

FAQ

Is this raw or ripe Pu-erh?
This is raw Pu-erh / sheng puer.

What year is the tea?
This cake is a 2016 production.

How much does one cake weigh?
Each cake weighs 357g.

What is Mansong / 曼松?
Mansong is a well-known Yunnan tea-area name used for this cake. The product is presented specifically as Mansong Prince Mountain / 王子山 tea.

How is the cake pressed?
The original product information identifies it as traditionally stone-pressed.

Do I need a Pu-erh knife?
Yes. A tea pick or Pu-erh knife is the easiest way to loosen leaves while preserving larger pieces.

Can it be stored longer?
Yes. Keep it clean, dry, ventilated and away from strong odors, direct sunlight and excess humidity.

Is it suitable for gifting or display?
Yes. The dated wrapper, traditional 357g format and bamboo tong presentation make it attractive for both gifting and tea-room display.