{"product_id":"2025-bulang-guyun-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake-357g-golden-bud-yunnan-shou-puer-布朗古韵普洱熟茶","title":"2025 Bulang Guyun Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g Golden-Bud Yunnan Shou Puer 布朗古韵普洱熟茶","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2025 Bulang Guyun Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357g 布朗古韵熟茶\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 2025 Yunnan ripe Pu-erh tea cake with a full, mellow profile and a traditional 357g format. Bulang Guyun is pressed from consistent tea material throughout the cake, with visible golden buds and a deep red, bright liquor after brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cup is rich and rounded rather than sharp, combining mature fermented depth with a smooth texture, gentle sweetness and a lingering warm finish. It is an approachable shou puer for everyday gongfu sessions while the traditional cake format also makes it attractive for tea-room display, gifting and continued storage under suitable conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/h3\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\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bulang Guyun 布朗古韵\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\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visible golden buds within the compressed cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear, bright deep red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool, dry, ventilated, protected from light, moisture and strong odours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect a mellow fermented aroma, smooth woody depth, rounded sweetness and a substantial but polished mouthfeel. The bright red liquor carries the classic richness associated with ripe Pu-erh while remaining smooth enough for repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Break off 7–8g and place it in a 120–150ml gaiwan or small teapot. Use 95–100°C water. Rinse once for about 5 seconds, then begin with an 8–12 second drinking infusion. Increase later steep times gradually as the leaves open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEveryday teapot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use approximately 5g per 300–400ml of near-boiling water. Steep for 1.5–2.5 minutes and adjust subsequent brews to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Time to Drink\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis smooth ripe Pu-erh works well after breakfast, after lunch or during an afternoon tea session. Its rounded character is particularly enjoyable in cooler weather and after richer meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair with dim sum, roast meats, mushrooms, walnuts, sesame pastries, mooncake, dark chocolate or lightly sweet baked goods. The full-bodied profile is also satisfying on its own after a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea-Room Styling \u0026amp; Display\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blue-and-gold wrapper gives this 357g cake strong visual presence. Display one wrapped cake upright on a dark wood or stone stand, with a traditional bamboo tong nearby for a layered tea-room arrangement. It pairs naturally with walnut, black lacquer, bronze, celadon, Yixing clay and natural linen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Western, Japandi or new-Chinese interiors, use the wrapped cake as a sculptural accent on a tea shelf or bar cabinet rather than hiding every cake in storage. Keep display pieces away from direct sunlight, steam and fragrance sources.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe traditional 357g format makes this a strong gift for Pu-erh drinkers, tea collectors, hosts, business contacts and Chinese tea enthusiasts. Pair it with a gaiwan, fairness pitcher or tasting cups for a complete premium tea set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the tea in a clean, dry and ventilated environment away from direct light, humidity, perfume, incense, smoke, spices and cleaning products. Stable, odour-free storage is especially important for compressed Pu-erh intended for longer keeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is ripe Pu-erh, also known as shou puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat year is the tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cake is a 2025 production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does one cake weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cake has a net weight of 357g.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt has a rich, mellow and smooth ripe-Pu-erh profile with rounded sweetness and mature woody depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat colour is the tea liquor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt brews a clear, bright deep-red liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat water temperature should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse 95–100°C water for the best extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be re-steeped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is well suited to repeated gongfu infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for gifting?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The traditional round cake and blue-gold wrapper make it especially suitable for Chinese tea gifts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be displayed in a tea room?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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