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This aged raw Pu-erh from Lao Man E offers a profoundly robust experience. It begins gently, building a sustained, straightforward bitterness that eventually mellows into an intense, lingering sweetness. A thick mouthfeel, deep huigan, and a notable tea buzz complete this powerful and evolving session.
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What does Spring 2014 Lao Man E Bitter Gushu taste like?
This aged raw Pu-erh from Lao Man E offers a profoundly robust experience. It begins gently, building a sustained, straightforward bitterness that eventually mellows into an intense, lingering sweetne. It leans bitter, sweet and thick.
How should I brew Spring 2014 Lao Man E Bitter Gushu?
Water around 95–100 °C (203–212 °F). In a mug, steep 3–5 min. For gongfu, use 5–7 g per 100 ml, 10–20 s steeps (10–20+ rounds). You'll get to see how the flavor changes across multiple rounds. Rinse the leaves once with boiling water before your first real steep. It cleans off storage dust and gets the flavor going.
Where does Spring 2014 Lao Man E Bitter Gushu come from?
Grown in Yunnan, China from the Bitter varietal cultivar. This batch is from the Spring 2014 harvest.