{"product_id":"2023-spring-bingdao-ancient-tree-raw-pu-erh-dragon-balls-500g-ice-sugar-sweet-sheng-puer-冰糖甜龙珠","title":"2023 Spring Bingdao Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Dragon Balls – 500g Ice Sugar Sweet Sheng Puer 冰糖甜龙珠","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2023 Spring Bingdao Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Dragon Balls – 500g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA sweet, elegant Yunnan \u003cstrong\u003eraw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer\u003c\/strong\u003e made from 2023 spring Bingdao ancient-tree tea and shaped into convenient hand-compressed dragon balls. Known as \u003cstrong\u003e冰糖甜龙珠 \/ Ice Sugar Sweet Dragon Balls\u003c\/strong\u003e, this tea is built around a soft, silky mouthfeel, clear golden liquor, honeyed sweetness and an especially low-astringency drinking style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw Pu-erh \/ Sheng Puer 生普洱\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bingdao \/ Mengku area, Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient-tree pure-material style\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-compressed dragon ball mini tea cakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e soft, sweet, honeyed, clear and refreshing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy This Bingdao Dragon Ball Stands Out\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBingdao tea is prized by many Pu-erh drinkers for a distinctive sweetness that can feel clean and cooling rather than heavy. This 2023 spring lot emphasizes that character in a portable dragon-ball format: the leaves open gradually across repeated infusions, giving the tea time to move from fresh fragrance into a rounder, lingering sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compact format also makes it much easier to brew than a full 357g cake. There is no need to pry apart a large disc every time you want tea; simply select a dragon ball, use it whole when suitable for your vessel, or gently loosen it for a faster first infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Gongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5–7g for 100–120ml\u003c\/strong\u003e of water at \u003cstrong\u003e90–95°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. A quick rinse is optional. Begin with a short infusion of around \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e; once the ball starts opening, shorten or lengthen subsequent infusions according to taste. Expect the liquor to become more expressive as the compressed leaves fully unfurl.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Mug or Larger Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse about \u003cstrong\u003e3–5g for 300–400ml\u003c\/strong\u003e at 90–95°C. Steep for roughly \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a sweeter and lighter cup, use less leaf or a shorter steep; for more body, increase the leaf rather than pushing the water temperature too aggressively.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Drink It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an excellent late-morning or afternoon tea when you want something fragrant and bright rather than dark or roasted. It also works well as a focused Gongfu-session tea on weekends or as an office tea for drinkers who enjoy repeated infusions. As with other true teas, it naturally contains caffeine, so caffeine-sensitive drinkers may prefer an earlier session.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with fresh pear, white peach, citrus, lightly salted nuts, almond biscuits, sponge cake, steamed buns or delicate pastries. Its clean sweetness works best with foods that do not overwhelm the tea’s fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Will Enjoy This Tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a strong choice for raw-Pu-erh drinkers who value sweetness over aggressive bitterness, for tea drinkers exploring Bingdao-style teas, and for beginners who want a more approachable route into sheng puer. The dragon-ball format is also practical for travel, work and individual brewing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 500g format makes a generous Chinese tea gift for tea enthusiasts, parents, friends, business contacts or anyone building a Gongfu tea collection. It suits Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, birthdays, housewarmings, thank-you gifts and tea-room presents. Pair it with a gaiwan, fairness pitcher or tasting cups for a more complete gift set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Ageing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the tea in a clean, dry, ventilated place away from direct sunlight, moisture and strong odours. Raw Pu-erh can continue to evolve with careful storage, so avoid perfume, incense, spices and humid enclosed spaces. Stable conditions matter more than frequent handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is raw Pu-erh \/ sheng puer, made from 2023 spring material.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does “ice sugar sweet” mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt describes the clean, crystalline sweetness associated with this tea’s drinking style rather than added sugar. The tea itself is not sweetened.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain flavouring?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo added sweetener is required for the profile described here; the sweetness comes from the tea itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to break the dragon ball apart?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. You can brew it whole in a suitable vessel and allow it to open gradually. Loosening it simply speeds up the first few infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I rinse it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA brief rinse is optional. It can help a tightly compressed ball begin opening before the first drinking infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many times can it be steeped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse repeated short infusions and continue while the liquor remains fragrant, sweet and structured. Vessel size, leaf amount and steep time will determine the exact number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Its sweet, soft profile and convenient mini format make it an approachable introduction to raw Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I keep it for future ageing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Store it cleanly, dryly and away from foreign odours. The character of raw Pu-erh can evolve over time under suitable storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat teaware works best?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA porcelain gaiwan is excellent for tasting the tea clearly. A small Yixing-style pot can also suit regular Gongfu brewing once you know the flavour profile you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSearch \u0026amp; Discovery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for searches around 2023 Bingdao raw Pu-erh, Bingdao dragon ball tea, ice sugar sweet Pu-erh, ancient tree sheng puer, Mengku raw Pu-erh, mini Pu-erh tea cakes, 500g Chinese tea gift, Yunnan compressed tea and Gongfu raw Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ClayZenith","offers":[{"title":"500g Pack","offer_id":62619066499153,"sku":"CZ-PUER-BINGDAO-2023-DRAGON-500G","price":72.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1069\/6297\/6849\/files\/2023-bingdao-ice-sugar-sweet-raw-puer-dragon-ball-01.jpg?v=1789621025","url":"https:\/\/clayzenith.com\/products\/2023-spring-bingdao-ancient-tree-raw-pu-erh-dragon-balls-500g-ice-sugar-sweet-sheng-puer-%e5%86%b0%e7%b3%96%e7%94%9c%e9%be%99%e7%8f%a0","provider":"ClayZenith","version":"1.0","type":"link"}