Description
Appearance & Flavor Profile
1. Visual Appearance
● Cake Surface: The cake is round and full, with moderate compression. The surface is densely covered with golden tips, with a reddish-brown oily sheen, resembling a piece of golden brocade, providing a strong visual impact.
● Liquor Color: After brewing, the tea liquor is Bordeaux red, thick and clear, leaving a noticeable coating on the cup. The texture is rich like red wine, with a natural floral and fruity aroma.
- Taste Notes
● Aroma: A rich mingling of aged aroma (Chen Yun) and woody fragrance, accompanied by a faint glutinous aroma (similar to cooked grains), without any harsh or off-putting smells.
● Texture: Extremely smooth and soft on the palate, almost without any bitterness.
● Aftertaste: The tea leaves a slight sweetness (hui gan) in the mouth; the throat feels warm and comfortable, leaving a relaxing sensation after drinking.
Simple Brewing Guide:
Follow the steps below to master the brewing method.
1. Recommended Equipment (Tea Utensils): It is recommended to use a Yixing clay teapot (good heat retention, enhances tea fragrance) or a gaiwan.
2. Water Temperature: Use boiling water at 100°C.
3. Rinsing the Tea: For ripe tea, the first infusion is usually for ‘rinsing’ and ‘awakening’ the tea leaves. Pour water quickly and discard within 5 seconds. This can remove any storage odors and release the tea aroma.
4. Brewing:
○ First three infusions: Quick brewing (5-10 seconds) to enjoy the aroma and color of the tea.
○ Subsequent infusions: You can slightly extend the steeping time (15-30 seconds). The longer the brew, the sweeter and smoother the tea.
Suitable Occasions / Perfect Occasions
Winter Warmth / Winter Warmth
● During cold seasons or in chilly regions, a steaming cup of Banzhang Golden Bud tea can quickly warm the body. Its rich flavor provides a greater sense of fullness and satisfaction compared to regular black tea.
Stress Relief & Relaxation / Stress Relief & Relaxation
● Ripe Banzhang Golden Bud tea is mild and free of stimulating substances. Drinking it after dinner or before bed helps soothe the nerves and brings a deep sense of relaxation (similar to the effect of drinking warm milk).
Tasting & Collecting / Tasting & Collecting
● Its unique “wine-red liquor color” and “aged aroma” make it perfect for small tea and liquor tasting gatherings. At the same time, as an “edible antique,” it is also an excellent choice for long-term collection in a wine cellar.
After-Dinner Digestif / After-Dinner Digestif
● After a hearty meal (especially high-fat foods like steak or cheese), it serves as an excellent digestive tea, effectively easing greasiness and refreshing the palate.
Storage Advice
● Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
● Unlike green tea, Puerh improves with age. Keep it in a well-ventilated area if you plan to age it.
● Store away from strong odors.
Experience the Luxury of Banzhang Golden Bud.
