{"product_id":"2019-chuanshi-yinji-gongting-golden-bud-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-menghai-shou-puer-传世印级宫廷金芽","title":"2019 Chuanshi Yinji Gongting Golden Bud Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Menghai Shou Puer 传世印级宫廷金芽","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2019 Chuanshi Yinji Gongting Golden Bud Ripe Pu-erh – 357g 传世印级宫廷金芽\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full-size 357g Yunnan ripe Pu-erh tea cake presented as \u003cstrong\u003e传世印级 \/ Chuanshi Yinji\u003c\/strong\u003e. The source identifies this 2019 tea as a \u003cstrong\u003eGongting Golden Bud ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e, with visible fine golden tips, a dark glossy compressed cake and a deep red liquor. It is a traditional Chinese compressed tea suited to gongfu brewing, gifting and tea-room 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\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gongting Golden Bud \/ 宫廷金芽\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai, Yunnan, China\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, 42 cakes per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cup is built around the classic mature character of ripe Pu-erh: a rich red-brown liquor, rounded body, mellow aged-wood depth and a soft natural sweetness. The fine bud material gives the dry cake a refined appearance, while the brewed tea develops a smooth, dense texture with gentle caramel-like sweetness and a clean lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is a comfortable choice for drinkers who prefer full-bodied shou puer without aggressive bitterness. Early infusions are darker and richer; later steeps become softer, sweeter and more transparent.\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 or back of the cake with a Pu-erh pick.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 100–150ml gaiwan, Yixing teapot or small porcelain pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive the leaves 1–2 quick rinses of about 5 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the first drinking infusion at about \u003cstrong\u003e8–10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease later infusions gradually by 5–10 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecant fully after every infusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEasy Teapot Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse around 5g tea per 300ml water at 95–100°C. 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, roasted nuts, sesame pastries, mooncake, mushroom dishes, dark chocolate or richer Chinese meals. Its mellow profile also works well as a slow after-meal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea-Room Display \u0026amp; Interior Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe black-and-gold wrapper gives this tea cake a strong decorative presence. For a refined Chinese tea-room or study, place the wrapped cake upright on a dark wood or lacquer stand beside a Yixing teapot, two tasting cups and a simple tea tray. The palette works especially well with walnut, black lacquer, stone, aged brass and warm neutral interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor contemporary new-Chinese styling, keep the display restrained: one cake, one teapot and one small accessory are enough. Avoid direct sunlight, kitchen steam, incense smoke, perfume and humid shelves because compressed tea readily absorbs moisture and surrounding odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 357g format and formal black-and-gold presentation make this suitable for Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn gatherings, housewarmings, host gifts, business gifting, milestone birthdays and gifts for experienced Chinese-tea drinkers. It also works as a first full-size ripe Pu-erh cake for someone moving beyond tea bags and loose-leaf samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a \u003cstrong\u003edry, clean, ventilated and odor-free place\u003c\/strong\u003e, protected from direct light and excessive moisture. Keep away from spices, perfume, incense, tobacco and cleaning products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003eripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer \/ 熟普洱\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat year is the tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe product information identifies it as a 2019 tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Gongting Golden Bud mean?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGongting \/ 宫廷 is a traditional naming term used for fine, bud-rich ripe-Pu-erh material. This cake is presented as 宫廷金芽, or Gongting Golden Bud.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne cake weighs 357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a deep red-brown liquor with mellow woody depth, rounded sweetness, smooth texture and a clean mature finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShould I rinse it first?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. One or two quick rinses help warm the vessel and loosen the compressed leaves before drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many times can I steep it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse repeated gongfu infusions and keep extending the steep time while the liquor still carries aroma, sweetness and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I use a normal teapot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. A porcelain pot, gaiwan or Yixing teapot all work well; near-boiling water and full decanting are the key points.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for display?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Display the wrapped cake on a dry stand away from sunlight, steam and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable as a gift?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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