Aged Xinhui Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh – 500g Chen Nian Ju Pu 312 Jujube Aroma 陈年桔普茶
Aged Xinhui Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh – 500g Chen Nian Ju Pu 312 Jujube Aroma 陈年桔普茶
Aged Xinhui Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh – Chen Nian Ju Pu 312
This Chen Nian Ju Pu 312 / 陈年桔普茶 combines Yunnan Menghai large-leaf ripe Pu-erh with Xinhui mandarin peel, bringing together the dark, mellow depth of shou puer and the bright aromatic lift of aged citrus peel. The traditional whole-mandarin presentation makes it equally appealing for daily drinking, a Chinese tea cabinet, a tea-room display or a thoughtful gift.
The 500g pack contains approximately 13 whole pieces, with natural variation between individual mandarins.
Tasting Notes
The cup opens with a warm jujube-like sweetness and fragrant citrus-peel aroma, followed by a clean Menghai ripe-Pu-erh base. The liquor brews a bright red-brown colour with a smooth, mellow body. As the leaves and peel open through repeated infusions, the darker fermented-tea character becomes rounder while the citrus aroma stays lively, finishing with gentle returning sweetness.
Flavor profile: jujube aroma · Xinhui citrus peel · mellow Menghai ripe-tea depth · smooth body · red-bright liquor · gentle returning sweetness.
Tea Details
- Tea type: Ripe Pu-erh / Shou Puer / 熟普洱
- Style: Chen Nian Ju Pu 312 / 陈年桔普
- Tea material: Menghai large-leaf sun-dried tea with Xinhui mandarin peel
- Origin: Yunnan tea with Xinhui citrus, China
- Pack weight: 500g
- Approximate count: about 13 pieces per 500g pack
- Aroma style: Jujube-like sweetness with citrus peel
How to Brew – Gongfu Style
Gently open one mandarin and combine some ripe Pu-erh with a small piece of peel. Start with about 6–8g total tea and peel for 100–150ml of water. Use freshly boiled water at 95–100°C. Give the tea a quick 5–10 second rinse, then begin with short infusions of about 10–15 seconds. Extend later infusions gradually as the compressed tea opens. Taste from cup to cup: more peel increases the citrus fragrance, while more tea gives a deeper ripe-Pu-erh body.
How to Brew – Mug or Large Teapot
For a mug, use around 3–5g of tea and peel in 300–400ml of water and steep for roughly 2–4 minutes. For a larger sharing pot, increase the amount proportionally. If you prefer a lighter citrus-led cup, shorten the steep; for a darker and fuller liquor, extend it slightly.
How Many Times Can It Be Brewed?
Use repeated short infusions and continue while the liquor retains aroma, body and sweetness. A well-balanced portion of ripe Pu-erh and Xinhui peel is especially enjoyable across multiple rounds because the citrus fragrance and fermented-tea depth evolve at different speeds.
When to Drink It
This is a versatile tea for late morning, afternoon tea, after a meal or a relaxed evening tea session. The fragrant citrus profile also makes it an inviting choice when serving guests who are curious about Pu-erh but want something more aromatic than a plain ripe tea.
Food Pairing
Pair it with dim sum, roast meats, nuts, mooncakes, less-sweet pastries, dark chocolate or dried fruit. The jujube-and-citrus aromatic profile also works well beside simple butter biscuits or a restrained cheese board.
How to Style & Display It at Home
The whole dried mandarins have strong visual character, so they can become part of a tea-room composition rather than being hidden away. Keep the drinking stock in its clean food-safe packaging, then arrange a few wrapped pieces in a lidded ceramic jar, dark wood tea tray or clear glass tea canister. For a New Chinese Style interior, pair the warm orange-brown tones with celadon cups, Yixing-style clay, bamboo, walnut wood or natural stone. On an open shelf, place the tea beside a small gaiwan and two tasting cups to create a compact tea vignette. Avoid direct sun, humidity and strong-smelling incense around stored tea.
Gift Ideas & Occasions
This tea suits tea lovers, hosts, parents, business contacts and people setting up a home tea corner. It works naturally for Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, housewarming, birthdays, host gifts and business gifting. Pair it with a gaiwan, travel tea set or small tasting cups for a more complete presentation.
Storage
Store in a clean, dry, ventilated place away from direct sunlight, moisture, pollution and strong odours. Keep it away from perfume, spices and incense because Pu-erh and dried citrus can absorb surrounding aromas.
FAQ
What is Chen Nian Ju Pu 312?
It is a ripe Pu-erh and Xinhui mandarin-peel tea presented in a whole-citrus compressed format, combining fermented Yunnan tea with fragrant citrus peel.
What does it taste like?
Expect jujube-like sweetness, aromatic Xinhui peel, mellow Menghai ripe-tea depth, a smooth body and a red-bright liquor.
Is this raw or ripe Pu-erh?
This is ripe Pu-erh, also called shou puer or 熟普洱.
Do I brew the whole mandarin at once?
For a small gongfu vessel, it is easier to open one piece and portion the tea with a little peel. This lets you control strength and citrus intensity.
Should I rinse it?
A quick 5–10 second rinse is useful before the first drinking infusion.
What water temperature should I use?
Use 95–100°C water for a full, rounded extraction.
Can I make it in a normal mug?
Yes. Use 3–5g in a 300–400ml mug and steep for around 2–4 minutes, then adjust to taste.
How do I make the citrus taste stronger?
Add a little more Xinhui peel or allow the later infusions to run slightly longer.
Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. The citrus and jujube-like aroma gives the darker ripe-Pu-erh base an immediately recognizable fragrant character.
Is it suitable as a gift?
Yes. The whole-mandarin format looks distinctive and pairs naturally with Chinese teaware for gifting.
How should I display it?
Use a lidded tea jar, glass canister or tray in a dry tea corner, keeping the main drinking stock protected from light, moisture and odours.
How should it be stored long term?
Keep it dry, ventilated, shaded and away from strong smells or large temperature swings.
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