2022 Pasha Mountain Early-Spring Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Menghai Large-Tree Sheng Puer 帕沙普洱生茶

2022 Pasha Mountain Early-Spring Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 帕沙普洱生茶

A 2022 spring-pressed raw Pu-erh / sheng puer from the Pasha tea area of Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. The source describes this cake as made from early-spring, pre-Qingming large-tree tea material, with a naturally honeyed fragrance and a soft, sweet, finely textured cup. Pressed in the traditional 357g format, it is designed for gongfu brewing, continued dry storage and display as a classic Yunnan tea cake.

Tea type: Raw Pu-erh / Sheng Puer
Year: 2022
Origin: Pasha tea area, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China
Harvest style: Early-spring / pre-Qingming large-tree tea material
Net weight: 357g tea cake
Traditional packing: 7 cakes per bamboo tong

Taste & aroma

The source presentation emphasizes honey fragrance, sweetness, a fine smooth texture, salivation and a clean returning sweetness. The brewed liquor is bright golden-yellow. Early infusions show aromatic lift and sweetness, while later steeps reveal more body, leaf character and a lingering fresh hui gan.

How to brew Pasha raw Pu-erh

Gongfu method: Loosen approximately 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 very quick rinse, then begin with 5–10 second infusions. Increase the steeping time gradually after the first few rounds as the compressed leaf opens.

Western-style method: Use about 3–4g for 300–400ml of water. Steep for roughly 1–2 minutes, then adjust later infusions to taste. Avoid over-steeping the first cup if you want to keep the tea's floral-honeyed character clear and balanced.

What to expect through multiple infusions

Pasha-style raw Pu-erh is especially rewarding in a long gongfu session. The first rounds emphasize fragrance and freshness; the middle steeps become rounder, sweeter and more textural; later cups become gentler while retaining a clean, lingering aftertaste.

Storage & aging

Keep the cake in a clean, dry, ventilated and odor-free environment away from direct sunlight and excess moisture. Raw Pu-erh is traditionally suitable for continued maturation, so stable storage can allow the profile to evolve over time. Avoid refrigerators, perfume, incense smoke and strongly scented kitchens.

Tea-room styling & display

The natural beige wrapper, bold black calligraphy and phoenix-style illustration give this cake a calm, scholarly look. Display it on a small wood stand beside a bamboo tong, stoneware gaiwan, celadon cup or dark timber tea tray. It works especially well with New Chinese, Zen, Japandi, wabi-sabi, natural wood and collector's study interiors.

Gift ideas

A 357g Pasha tea cake makes a substantial gift for Pu-erh drinkers, tea collectors and people exploring single-area Yunnan teas. It suits housewarmings, birthdays, business gifting, Father's Day, Lunar New Year and curated gongfu tea sets. The 2022 Renyin Tiger-year marking also gives the wrapper a clear vintage reference for collectors who enjoy dated tea.

Food pairing

Pair with fresh fruit, almond biscuits, light sponge cake, roasted nuts, delicate dim sum or mild savoury pastries. The tea's bright sweetness is best appreciated with foods that do not overwhelm its honeyed aroma and clean finish.

FAQ

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

Where is Pasha tea from?
Pasha is a tea-producing area in Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China.

What year is this cake?
This cake is marked 2022.

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

What does it taste like?
The source highlights honeyed fragrance, sweetness, a fine smooth texture, salivation and a fresh returning sweetness.

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

Can I keep it for further aging?
Yes. Raw Pu-erh is traditionally stored for continued maturation when conditions are clean, dry, ventilated and free from strong odors.

Is it suitable as a gift or display piece?
Yes. The dated wrapper, traditional 357g format and understated natural-paper design make it suitable for gifting and tea-room display.