{"product_id":"2019-menghai-lao-cha-tou-ripe-pu-erh-tea-brick-500g-aged-shou-puer-老茶头熟茶砖","title":"2019 Menghai Lao Cha Tou Ripe Pu-erh Tea Brick – 500g Aged Shou Puer 老茶头熟茶砖","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2019 Menghai Lao Cha Tou Ripe Pu-erh Tea Brick – 500g 老茶头熟茶砖\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA substantial 500g ripe Pu-erh tea brick from Menghai, Yunnan, made in the distinctive \u003cstrong\u003eLao Cha Tou \/ 老茶头\u003c\/strong\u003e style. Produced in 2019, this compressed tea is built around dense fermented tea nuggets rich in natural tea pectin, giving the cup a thick texture, mellow sweetness and notably smooth finish.\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lao Cha Tou \/ Old Tea Head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai, Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2019\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g per brick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional case packing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 bricks per case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe liquor is deep red-brown, dense and rounded. Lao Cha Tou naturally emphasizes body and sweetness, with a smooth, glutinous texture, ripe woody depth and a soft caramel-like finish. The compressed nuggets release gradually, making this a satisfying tea for repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBreak off around \u003cstrong\u003e7–9g\u003c\/strong\u003e tea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse a 100–150ml gaiwan or Yixing teapot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRinse twice for around 5 seconds each to wake the dense tea nuggets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the first drinking infusion at \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncrease later infusions gradually as the tea opens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLarge Teapot Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse approximately 5g per 300ml near-boiling water and steep for 2–3 minutes. Because Lao Cha Tou releases slowly, it can usually be re-steeped many times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePairs especially well with dim sum, roast meats, mushroom dishes, walnuts, sesame pastries, dark chocolate and mooncake. Its dense texture also makes it a good after-meal tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTea-Room Display \u0026amp; Interior Styling\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kraft-paper package and bold calligraphy suit traditional Chinese, wabi-sabi and study-room interiors. Display the wrapped brick upright beside dark wood, raw clay, bamboo or aged brass accessories. For a tasting corner, pair it with a Yixing teapot, tea pick and two small cups.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe large 500g brick has a strong traditional presence and works well for housewarmings, business gifts, Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn gatherings and experienced Pu-erh drinkers. Add a tea knife or storage jar for a more complete gift set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eStorage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore away from direct light in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free environment. Protect from excessive humidity, perfume, smoke, spices and household chemicals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Lao Cha Tou?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLao Cha Tou refers to naturally compacted ripe-Pu-erh tea nuggets formed during fermentation. They are known for dense texture and slow, long-lasting extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is ripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat year is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tea is from 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much does one brick weigh?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach brick weighs 500g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a thick, mellow and sweet cup with ripe woody depth and a smooth, glutinous texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy rinse it twice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dense Lao Cha Tou pieces open slowly, so two short rinses help them begin releasing flavor evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat water temperature is best?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 95–100°C water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it be steeped many times?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Lao Cha Tou is particularly well suited to repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it giftable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The 500g brick format and traditional packaging make it a substantial Chinese tea gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep it dry, ventilated and away from sunlight and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"500g Tea Brick","offer_id":62643493044305,"sku":"CZ-PUER-LAOCHATOU-2019-500G","price":85.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/2019-menghai-lao-cha-tou-ripe-puer-tea-brick-500g-01.jpg?v=1789642681","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2019-menghai-lao-cha-tou-ripe-pu-erh-tea-brick-500g-aged-shou-puer-%e8%80%81%e8%8c%b6%e5%a4%b4%e7%86%9f%e8%8c%b6%e7%a0%96","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}