{"product_id":"2019-chuan-shi-yin-ji-ancient-tree-raw-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-menghai-early-spring-sheng-puer-传世印级普洱生茶","title":"2019 Chuan Shi Yin Ji Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Menghai Early-Spring Sheng Puer 传世印级普洱生茶","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2019 Chuan Shi Yin Ji Ancient-Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 传世印级普洱生茶\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 2019 Yunnan \u003cstrong\u003eraw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer\u003c\/strong\u003e tea cake presented under the name \u003cstrong\u003e传世印级 \/ Chuan Shi Yin Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e. The source identifies the material as early-spring Menghai large-tree \/ ancient-tree tea, traditionally compressed into a 357g cake. The dry cake shows abundant pale buds and long leaf strands, while the brewed tea produces a bright golden-yellow liquor with a fragrant profile and a distinctive honeyed, rock-sugar-like sweet finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Pu-erh \/ Sheng Puer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai, Yunnan, China\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early spring large-tree \/ ancient-tree material\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357g tea cake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7 cakes per bamboo tong\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe source description emphasizes \u003cstrong\u003ehoney fragrance, bright golden liquor and a lingering rock-sugar sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e. The leaf appearance is bud-rich and visibly substantial. Expect a lively raw-Pu-erh structure with fragrance first, followed by sweetness that develops through the middle and later infusions. With careful brewing, the tea moves from fresh aromatic intensity toward a smoother, rounder finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to brew 2019 raw Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully loosen about 5–7g of tea with a Pu-erh knife or pick. Use a 100–150ml gaiwan or small teapot and water around 95–100°C \/ 203–212°F. Give the leaf a very quick rinse, then begin with short infusions of approximately 5–10 seconds. Increase steeping time gradually after the first few rounds as the compressed leaves open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern-style method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use approximately 3–4g for 300–400ml of hot water. Steep for about 1–2 minutes, taste, then adjust subsequent infusions according to preferred strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow the tea changes through a session\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompressed raw Pu-erh rewards patient brewing. Early steeps emphasize fragrance and brightness; the middle steeps typically show more texture, sweetness and depth; later infusions become softer and more mineral-sweet. Avoid excessively long first steeps if you want to preserve clarity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; further aging\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore the cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free environment away from direct sunlight and moisture. Raw Pu-erh is traditionally kept for continued maturation, and a 2019 cake already has several years of development behind it. Good storage matters more than aggressive sealing: protect it from humidity extremes, perfumes, smoke and kitchen odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea-room styling \u0026amp; display\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe deep blue wrapper with gold calligraphy gives this cake a particularly formal, collectible appearance. Display one wrapped cake vertically on a small wooden or brass stand, or pair it with a bamboo tong, celadon gaiwan and dark wood tray. The blue-and-gold palette works especially well in \u003cstrong\u003eNew Chinese, contemporary Asian, study-room, tea-library, Zen and luxury minimalist interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full 357g raw Pu-erh cake makes a substantial tea gift for collectors, experienced gongfu drinkers and people interested in aged Chinese tea. It is suitable for birthdays, housewarmings, business gifting, Lunar New Year, Father's Day or as a centerpiece in a curated Yunnan tea set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe with lightly sweet pastries, almond biscuits, fresh fruit, roasted nuts, delicate dim sum or mild cheeses. Because this tea has a brighter raw-Pu-erh character, lighter foods generally allow the honeyed aroma and sweet finish to remain clearer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eraw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “Chuan Shi Yin Ji \/ 传世印级” mean here?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is the product name printed on the wrapper. The listing is presented under that original Chinese name together with an English transliteration for easier international search.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cake is 357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of material is used?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe source identifies it as Menghai early-spring large-tree \/ ancient-tree tea material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe source highlights honey fragrance, a bright golden-yellow liquor and a sweet rock-sugar-like finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need a Pu-erh knife?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, a tea knife or pick is the easiest way to loosen leaves from a full compressed cake without crushing them excessively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be stored longer?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Raw Pu-erh is traditionally suitable for continued aging when kept clean, dry, ventilated and free from strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable as a decorative tea-room object?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The blue-and-gold wrapper is especially striking on a tea shelf, display stand or dark wood tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"357g Tea Cake","offer_id":62648964546641,"sku":"CZ-PUER-CHUANSHI-YINJI-2019-357G","price":92.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/2019-heritage-seal-ancient-tree-raw-puer-357g-01.jpg?v=1789658668","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2019-chuan-shi-yin-ji-ancient-tree-raw-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-menghai-early-spring-sheng-puer-%e4%bc%a0%e4%b8%96%e5%8d%b0%e7%ba%a7%e6%99%ae%e6%b4%b1%e7%94%9f%e8%8c%b6","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}