{"product_id":"menghai-sticky-rice-aroma-ripe-pu-erh-mini-cakes-500g-6g-individually-wrapped-nuo-mi-xiang-shou-puer-糯米香茶","title":"Menghai Sticky Rice Aroma Ripe Pu-erh Mini Cakes – 500g, 6g Individually Wrapped Nuo Mi Xiang Shou Puer 糯米香茶","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMenghai Sticky Rice Aroma Ripe Pu-erh Mini Cakes – 500g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA highly aromatic Yunnan \u003cstrong\u003eripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer\u003c\/strong\u003e made with grade-one ripe Pu-erh tea and \u003cstrong\u003enuo mi xiang leaves \/ 糯米香叶\u003c\/strong\u003e, pressed into convenient 6g mini cakes and individually wrapped. This Menghai-style tea takes the familiar depth of fermented Pu-erh and layers it with a distinctive warm sticky-rice fragrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first impression is a \u003cstrong\u003erich, comforting sticky-rice aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by the naturally sweet fragrance of ripe Pu-erh. The liquor is amber-red to deep red, with a \u003cstrong\u003esweet, glutinous, silky and rounded\u003c\/strong\u003e mouthfeel. As the mini cake opens through repeated infusions, the ripe-tea body becomes fuller while the nuo mi xiang fragrance stays clearly present, creating a smooth cup with very little sharpness. The supplier describes this style as \u003cstrong\u003e甜糯、香滑、耐泡\u003c\/strong\u003e—sweet-glutinous, fragrant, smooth and suitable for repeated steeping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe Pu-erh \/ Shou Puer 熟普洱\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai tea area, Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grade-one ripe Pu-erh tea + nuo mi xiang aromatic leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mini compressed tea cakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately 6g per cake\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500g per pack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e individually wrapped mini cakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e protect from light, moisture and strong odours; keep ventilated and dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a practical everyday Pu-erh for people who want a strong aroma without the work of breaking apart a full-size cake. Each 6g portion is ready for a small teapot, gaiwan or mug. It is especially appealing to drinkers who enjoy ripe Pu-erh but want an immediately recognisable fragrant note: the sticky-rice aroma gives the dark fermented base a softer, sweeter and more inviting character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Gongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eone 6g mini cake for 100–150ml\u003c\/strong\u003e of water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Give the cake a quick \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 second rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e to help it loosen. Start the first drinking infusion at around \u003cstrong\u003e10–20 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e, then gradually extend the steeping time as the leaves open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Mug or Larger Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse one mini cake for approximately \u003cstrong\u003e300–400ml\u003c\/strong\u003e of near-boiling water and steep for around \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. For a lighter, more fragrant cup, shorten the steep; for a darker, fuller cup, extend it gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest Time to Drink\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tea works especially well after breakfast, after lunch or during the afternoon. The warm, rounded flavour also makes it pleasant after richer meals. Its individually wrapped portions are convenient for the office, hotel stays and travel. Because it is real tea, it naturally contains caffeine, so caffeine-sensitive drinkers may prefer to enjoy it earlier in the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair it with dim sum, sesame pastries, roasted nuts, mooncake, char siu, roast duck, braised dishes, dark chocolate or lightly sweet biscuits. Its sweet-glutinous fragrance complements roasted, nutty and caramelised flavours particularly well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Buy This Tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose it if you already enjoy ripe Pu-erh and want a more aromatic everyday version, if you like sticky-rice fragrance, or if you want a convenient introduction to Chinese compressed tea. The smooth, sweet style is also approachable for people who find young raw Pu-erh too bitter or astringent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOffice \u0026amp; Travel Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 6g individually wrapped format is one of this tea’s biggest advantages. Keep a few pieces in a desk drawer or travel pouch and brew without carrying a tea knife, full cake or scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tea suits Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, birthdays, housewarmings, office gifting, thank-you presents and tea sampler sets. It is particularly easy to gift to someone new to Pu-erh because the fragrance is immediately recognisable and the mini portions are simple to brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in a clean, dry, ventilated place away from direct sunlight, moisture, perfume, incense, spices and cooking smells. Close the outer package securely between sessions. Individual wrapping helps keep each piece tidy but does not replace proper dry storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere does the sticky-rice aroma come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe blend contains aromatic nuo mi xiang leaves \/ 糯米香叶 together with ripe Pu-erh tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs actual cooked rice added?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The distinctive fragrance comes from the aromatic plant ingredient known as nuo mi xiang, not from cooked rice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect a strong warm sticky-rice aroma, sweet ripe-Pu-erh fragrance, smooth rounded body and a sweet-glutinous finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this raw or ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is ripe Pu-erh \/ shou puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tea is in each mini cake?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach cake is approximately 6g, a convenient amount for a small Gongfu vessel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I rinse it first?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. A quick 5–10 second rinse helps the compressed cake loosen and prepares it for even extraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many times can it be steeped?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for repeated infusions. Continue while the liquor retains fragrance, sweetness and body; the exact number depends on vessel size and steep time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for the office?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The individually wrapped mini cakes are easy to store and portion without extra tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It contains real ripe Pu-erh tea, so it naturally contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store an opened pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it dry, ventilated, protected from light and away from foreign odours. 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