Xinhui Xiaoqinggan Ripe Pu-erh – 500g | 2021 Green Mandarin Peel + 2016 Gongting Shou Puer 新会小青柑
Xinhui Xiaoqinggan Ripe Pu-erh – 500g | 2021 Green Mandarin Peel + 2016 Gongting Shou Puer 新会小青柑
Xinhui Xiaoqinggan Ripe Pu-erh – 500g
A fragrant Chinese tea combining 2021 Xinhui green mandarin peel with 2016 Gongting-grade ripe Pu-erh. Each small citrus fruit holds mellow fermented tea inside its naturally aromatic peel, bringing together the depth of shou puer with a bright, clean mandarin character.
Taste & Aroma
The dry tea opens with a clear, concentrated green-mandarin peel aroma. Once brewed, the liquor turns a deep amber-red to red-brown, with the ripe Pu-erh giving a mellow, rounded and silky body. The citrus is present without overwhelming the tea: expect a light peel freshness, gentle fruit sweetness and a clean aromatic lift over the deeper fermented-tea base. The finish is smooth and softly sweet, with very little sharpness when brewed with short infusions.
Tea Profile
- Tea type: Xiaoqinggan / green mandarin peel filled with ripe Pu-erh
- Mandarin peel year: 2021
- Pu-erh year: 2016 Gongting ripe Pu-erh
- Tea origin style: Menghai tea area, Yunnan
- Citrus origin: Xinhui, Guangdong
- Net weight: 500g per pack
- Character: citrus-fragrant, mellow, rounded, smooth and gently sweet
Why Choose This Xiaoqinggan?
This format gives you two classic Chinese flavour traditions in one brew: aged-style ripe Pu-erh depth and the lifted fragrance of Xinhui green mandarin peel. It is also easy to portion. There is no full-size cake to pry apart; a whole Xiaoqinggan can be placed directly into a gaiwan or teapot for a complete session.
How to Brew – Gongfu Style
Use one whole Xiaoqinggan in a vessel of around 120–180ml with water at 95–100°C. Give it a quick 5–10 second rinse. You can brew the fruit whole, remove the small peel cap, or make a few small openings in the peel for quicker extraction. Start the first drinking infusion at around 10–20 seconds, then gradually extend the time as the tea opens.
How to Brew – Mug or Larger Teapot
Use one piece in approximately 350–500ml of near-boiling water and steep for around 3–5 minutes. Re-steep until the liquor loses its citrus fragrance and ripe-tea body.
Best Time to Drink
This tea works especially well after breakfast, after lunch or during the afternoon when you want something aromatic but still full-bodied. It is also an easy office tea because each citrus piece is naturally portioned. As it contains real tea, it naturally contains caffeine, so caffeine-sensitive drinkers may prefer to enjoy it earlier in the day.
Food Pairing
Pair with dim sum, mooncake, sesame pastries, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, char siu, roast duck, braised dishes or lightly sweet biscuits. The citrus lift is particularly good with richer foods because it keeps the pairing from feeling too heavy.
Who Should Buy This Tea?
Choose it if you enjoy ripe Pu-erh but want a brighter and more fragrant cup, if you already like chenpi-style citrus aromas, or if you want an approachable introduction to compressed Chinese tea without the stronger bitterness of young raw Pu-erh.
Gift Guide
The 500g format makes a distinctive gift for parents, elders, colleagues, business contacts and tea-loving friends. It suits Lunar New Year, Mid-Autumn Festival, birthdays, housewarmings, thank-you gifts and tea-room presents. Pair it with a porcelain gaiwan or a glass teapot so the whole citrus fruit can be seen while brewing.
Storage
Keep the tea in a clean, dry and ventilated place away from direct sunlight, humidity and strong odours. Avoid storing it next to perfume, incense, spices or strongly scented foods, as both Pu-erh and dried citrus peel can absorb surrounding aromas.
FAQ
Is this raw or ripe Pu-erh?
This is ripe Pu-erh / shou puer placed inside Xinhui green mandarin peel.
What does it taste like?
Expect concentrated mandarin-peel fragrance, mellow ripe-Pu-erh depth, a rounded silky mouthfeel and a gently sweet citrus finish.
Do I brew the peel as well as the tea?
Yes. The peel is an essential part of Xiaoqinggan and is brewed together with the ripe Pu-erh inside.
Should I break the fruit apart?
No. You can brew it whole. Removing the small cap or making a few small openings simply helps water reach the tea faster.
Should I rinse it?
A quick rinse is recommended to help the compressed tea begin opening evenly.
Can it be steeped repeatedly?
Yes. Use repeated short infusions and continue while both the citrus aroma and ripe-tea body remain enjoyable.
Does it contain caffeine?
Yes. It contains real Pu-erh tea and therefore naturally contains caffeine.
How should I store an opened pack?
Keep it dry, clean, protected from light and away from foreign odours. Close the outer package securely after each use.
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