{"product_id":"2019-chuan-shi-yin-ji-golden-bud-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g","title":"2019 Chuan Shi Yin Ji Golden Bud Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Shou Puer","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2019 Chuan Shi Yin Ji Golden Bud Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic 357g \u003cstrong\u003eripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer\u003c\/strong\u003e tea cake from Yunnan, presented as \u003cstrong\u003e2019 Chuan Shi Yin Ji \/ 传世印级\u003c\/strong\u003e with a bud-rich Golden Bud \/ Gongting-style leaf profile. The compressed cake shows plentiful golden tips and is designed for drinkers who enjoy the deep red-brown liquor, rounded body, gentle sweetness and mature woody-earthy depth associated with well-developed ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe Pu-erh \/ Shou Puer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compressed tea cake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yunnan, China\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does “Chuan Shi Yin Ji” Mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e传世印级 \/ Chuan Shi Yin Ji\u003c\/strong\u003e is the name of this tea presentation, evoking the classic visual language of traditional Pu-erh label and wrapper culture. The name gives the cake a collector-style identity while the drinking profile remains firmly in the smooth, mature shou Pu-erh category.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGolden Bud \u0026amp; Gongting-Style Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cake uses a visibly bud-rich grade with fine golden tips distributed through the compressed leaf. In ripe Pu-erh, this kind of Gongting-style material is valued for its refined appearance, smooth mouthfeel and sweet aromatic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a deep wine-red to red-brown liquor with a smooth, full texture, mellow woody-earthy depth and a gentle sweet finish. With repeated infusions, the cup can reveal softer notes of warm wood, dried fruit, cocoa and sweet grain depending on water, vessel and brewing strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor gongfu brewing, use approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6–8g per 100–150ml\u003c\/strong\u003e in a gaiwan or small teapot. Give the tea a quick rinse with \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e water, then begin with roughly 10–15 second infusions and increase gradually. For a 400–500ml teapot, try around 8–10g and begin with a 1–2 minute infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Drink It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis smooth ripe-Pu-erh profile suits breakfast after food, afternoon tea, office tea sessions and post-meal drinking. It is especially pleasant after richer savoury dishes. Ripe Pu-erh still contains caffeine, so caffeine-sensitive drinkers may prefer earlier sessions or lighter brewing in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with dim sum, roast duck, braised meats, mushrooms, walnuts, sesame pastries, mooncakes, dark chocolate or mature cheese. Its deep liquor and rounded texture complement roasted and savoury flavours without becoming sharp or overly tannic.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Ageing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore the cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and shaded environment away from perfume, smoke, kitchen aromas and excessive humidity. Ripe Pu-erh can continue to mellow and integrate over time when stored well, with changes in aroma, sweetness and mouthfeel developing gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Gifting\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional dark wrapper and classic 357g cake format make this tea attractive on a tea shelf, in a study or beside dark wood, bamboo and Yixing-style teaware. It is a strong gift choice for Pu-erh drinkers, tea collectors, business contacts, parents, hosts and people setting up a serious Chinese tea space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCollecting \u0026amp; Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOlder-dated Pu-erh can attract collector interest when storage, condition, provenance and market demand align. Future appreciation is never guaranteed; the strongest reason to own this cake is its combination of drinking value, traditional format and long-term storage potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRipe Pu-erh, also called shou puer or 熟普.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat year is the tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Golden Bud mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt refers to the visibly bud-rich material and golden tips distributed through the cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Gongting-style mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGongting is widely used in ripe-Pu-erh trade language for a fine, bud-rich leaf grade with an elegant appearance and smooth drinking profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I rinse the tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA brief hot-water rinse is a good way to warm the vessel and help loosen compressed ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat water temperature should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 95–100°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tea should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 6–8g per 100–150ml for gongfu brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it age further?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Ripe Pu-erh can continue to mellow under suitable clean, dry storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable as a gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The 357g format, traditional wrapper and mature tea style suit tea lovers, housewarmings and formal gifting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"357g Tea Cake","offer_id":62606781677649,"sku":"CZ-PUER-CSYJ-2019-357G","price":79.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/2019-chuan-shi-yin-ji-golden-bud-ripe-puer-front.jpg?v=1789498792","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2019-chuan-shi-yin-ji-golden-bud-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}