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Yuan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake

Yuan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake

$179.00 USD
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Taste & Aroma Profile
  • Mellow & Smooth: Velvety, soft, and full-bodied on the palate.
  • Warm & Sweet Aroma: A comforting and complex bouquet where honey, jujube (date), and caramel scents intertwine.
Key Features & Differentiation
  • A Unique Aromatic Blend: This tea stands out with its layered "honey-date-caramel" fragrance, offering a sweeter and more dessert-like profile compared to many traditional earthy pu-erhs.
  • Essence of an Ancient Ecosystem: Made from spring tea leaves of 150-year-old ancient trees in the core Brown Mountain (布朗山) area at 1800-1900m altitude. This pristine environment contributes to its clean, robust character and rich, soup-like texture.
  • The Perfect Tea for Afternoon Indulgence: Its naturally sweet, smooth, and non-astringent character makes it an ideal, caffeine-conscious companion for pastries and casual social moments.
Simple Brewing GuideThis ripe pu-erh is forgiving and easy to brew. Using filtered water and pre-warming your cup or pot will enhance the experience.
  1. Rinse: Place 3-5 grams of tea in a pot. Quickly cover with 95-100°C (203-212°F) boiling water and immediately pour it out. This awakens the leaves and ensures a clear first brew.
  2. First Infusion: Pour hot water (95-100°C) over the leaves again. Steep for 20-30 seconds, then serve.
  3. Subsequent Infusions: Enjoy 6-8+ steeps. Simply increase the brewing time by 10-20 seconds for each following infusion. The tea will remain sweet and smooth.
For a Quick, Single Cup: Use 2-3 grams in a large mug with 300ml of near-boiling water. Steep for 2-4 minutes, then enjoy. It's difficult to over-steep into bitterness.
Why You'll Love It
  • An Unforgettable, Sweet Aroma: Experience the gourmet delight of a tea that naturally smells of honey, baked dates, and caramel.
  • Ultimate Sipping Comfort: Its silky, thick, and mellow texture is exceptionally gentle and satisfying, cup after cup.
  • Effortless Elegance for Any Moment: Whether for a mindful break or sharing with friends, it delivers a premium tea experience with minimal fuss.
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What’s Inside & Product Details

Withering
Fresh leaves are spread thin to gently reduce moisture. Precision is key to preserving the tea’s complex inner qualities.

Kill-Green
Hand-fired in iron woks to stop oxidation. A tea master’s skill removes grassy notes while locking in natural aroma and enzymes.

Rolling
Leaves are carefully rolled to release inner juices—essential for full flavor. For Bang Zhang's thick leaves, pressure and timing are finely tuned.

Sun-Drying
Under open sunlight, never oven-dried. This signature step gives Pu-erh its "sun-kissed" character and preserves vitality for aging.

Steam-Pressing
Tea is steamed and pressed into cakes. This shapes the tea and creates the ideal micro-environment for slow, natural fermentation.

Aging Potential
Once pressed, Bang Zhang tea evolves over years. Its rich foundation allows flavors to deepen from bold to smooth, gaining value with time.

How to Brew & Raw vs. Ripe

1. Warm the teaware
Pour hot water into your cup and teapot to preheat them, then discard the water.

2. Rinse the leaves
Place the tea leaves into the pot, fill with hot water, and immediately pour off the water completely. This step awakens the leaves and is not for drinking.

3. Brew the tea

  • Refill the pot with hot water.
  • For ripe Pu-erh: use just-boiled water.
  • For raw Pu-erh (young tea): wait about 30 seconds after boiling before using the water.

4. Steep & serve
Let the tea steep for about 10–15 seconds, then pour all the liquid into your cup to drink. Do not leave the leaves soaking in water.
For subsequent infusions, slightly increase the steeping time each time.

Origin, Craft & Trust

The Craft Behind "Banzhang: King of Pu-erh"

The title “Banzhang King” is earned not only through its exceptional terroir, but also through the masterful application of time-honored craftsmanship to its superior leaves.

Leaf Selection
Only the first spring harvest from ancient tea trees is chosen, with a standard of one bud and two leaves—ensuring a rich, balanced concentration of flavor compounds.

Handcrafted Expertise
From fixing to rolling, every step is performed by hand by experienced masters. For example, to balance Banzhang’s intense cha qi (tea energy), the kill-green process requires advanced skill in alternating tossing and covering techniques.

Preserving Vitality
The entire craft of raw tea centers on maximizing the preservation of the leaf’s natural vitality—the foundation for its remarkable aging potential over decades.

Pure Fermentation
When crafting ripe Pu-erh, Banzhang ancient tree leaves undergo cleaner, smaller-batch fermentation techniques such as above-ground or bamboo-basket fermentation. This higher-cost approach ensures a purer, more refined "Menghai taste," free from any off-notes sometimes found in traditional large-pile fermentation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our products

  • Yes. It is designed to help beginners explore Pu-erh tea without committing to a full-size tea cake. You can compare different styles and discover which flavors you enjoy most.

  • The set includes 11 individually sealed Raw and Ripe Pu-erh tea samples. Each sample contains approximately 6–8 g of tea, with approximately 84 g / 3.0 oz total net weight.

  • Raw Pu-erh is usually brighter, fresher, and more aromatic. Ripe Pu-erh is generally darker, smoother, and more mellow, with earthy and warming notes.

  • Each 6–8 g sample is suitable for approximately 1–2 Gongfu-style tasting sessions, depending on your brewing method and serving size.

  • No. A gaiwan, small teapot, or another small heat-resistant brewing vessel will work well. Rinse the leaves briefly, then begin with short 10–15 second infusions.
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Handcrafted Quality
Heritage. Handcrafted

In an age of growing industrialization, we remain devoted to the art of handcrafting tea, following each step of the traditional process with care and precision. Our artisans believe that only through decades of experience, the touch of skilled hands, and the patience of time can the finest tea be created — tea that carries the soul of ancient traditions. At Antrilea, every leaf is crafted entirely by hand, not just in pursuit of perfection, but to honor and preserve the heritage of Pu-erh.

The People Behind

High in the remote mountains, our tea Growers live closely with ancient tea trees, caring for them like their own children. Through years of quiet devotion, a deep bond has formed — one of trust, patience, and mutual giving. The trees offer their finest leaves, and the farmers, in return, protect them with love.Humble, resilient, Positive and kind, our Growers reflect the spirit of Pu-erh tea itself — warm, lasting, and full of character.

Mr. Lee
Miss. Wong
Mr. Chow
Miss. Zhao
Brewing & Drinking Guide
PREPARATION
3-8g (0.11-0.28 oz)
450-1000ml
212°F / 100°C
5-10 s
Brewing Guide
Ripe Pu-erh may be enjoyed on an empty stomach in the morning to support digestion, or after meals. Serve hot, cold, or over ice according to preference.
Drinking Guide
Use a 1:15 ratio in a covered bowl, or 1:18 in a purple clay teapot. Generally, 3-8g (0.11-0.28 oz) of tea can be brewed with 450-1000ml of water per steep.
Your every order matters

At Antrilea, we believe every cup of tea can be a small step toward a greener world. That’s why we’ve partnered with The Good API, a platform that helps businesses support verified environmental initiatives, such as global reforestation.

While we don’t tie donations directly to purchases, we’re committed to regularly contributing to this cause as our business grows. Each contribution supports tree-planting projects that restore ecosystems, support biodiversity, and help combat climate change.

Together with our community, we aim to nurture not only the culture of tea, but also the future of our planet.