{"product_id":"xinhui-xiaoqinggan-ripe-pu-erh-500g-2021-green-mandarin-peel-2016-gongting-shou-puer-新会小青柑","title":"Xinhui Xiaoqinggan Ripe Pu-erh – 500g | 2021 Green Mandarin Peel + 2016 Gongting Shou Puer 新会小青柑","description":"\u003ch2\u003eXinhui Xiaoqinggan Ripe Pu-erh – 500g\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA fragrant Chinese tea combining \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Xinhui green mandarin peel\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong\u003e2016 Gongting-grade ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTaste \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dry tea opens with a \u003cstrong\u003eclear, concentrated green-mandarin peel aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e. Once brewed, the liquor turns a deep amber-red to red-brown, with the ripe Pu-erh giving a \u003cstrong\u003emellow, rounded and silky body\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTea Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xiaoqinggan \/ green mandarin peel filled with ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMandarin peel year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePu-erh year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016 Gongting ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea origin style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai tea area, Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCitrus origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Xinhui, Guangdong\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 citrus-fragrant, mellow, rounded, smooth and gently sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose This Xiaoqinggan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Gongfu Style\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003eone whole Xiaoqinggan\u003c\/strong\u003e in a vessel of around \u003cstrong\u003e120–180ml\u003c\/strong\u003e with water at \u003cstrong\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Give it a quick \u003cstrong\u003e5–10 second rinse\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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 \u003cstrong\u003e10–20 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e, then gradually extend the time as the tea opens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew – Mug or Larger Teapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse one piece in approximately \u003cstrong\u003e350–500ml\u003c\/strong\u003e of near-boiling water and steep for around \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Re-steep until the liquor loses its citrus fragrance and ripe-tea body.\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 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePair 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho Should Buy This Tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGift Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep 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.\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 \/ shou puer placed inside Xinhui green mandarin peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExpect concentrated mandarin-peel fragrance, mellow ripe-Pu-erh depth, a rounded silky mouthfeel and a gently sweet citrus finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I brew the peel as well as the tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. The peel is an essential part of Xiaoqinggan and is brewed together with the ripe Pu-erh inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I break the fruit apart?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. You can brew it whole. Removing the small cap or making a few small openings simply helps water reach the tea faster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I rinse it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA quick rinse is recommended to help the compressed tea begin opening evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be steeped repeatedly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Use repeated short infusions and continue while both the citrus aroma and ripe-tea body remain enjoyable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It contains real Pu-erh tea and therefore naturally contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store an opened pack?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep it dry, clean, protected from light and away from foreign odours. 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