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This Spring 2020 raw Pu-erh from Dong Guo in Mengku, Lincang offers an aggressive yet captivating profile. It delivers an intense, high-pitched fragrance that fills the palate, complemented by a robust sweetness and a moderate, engaging bitterness. This tea showcases the diverse characteristics of Mengku teas, distinct from its famous neighbors like Bingdao and Xiao Hu Sai.
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About This Tea
What does Spring 2020 Dong Guo taste like?
This Spring 2020 raw Pu-erh from Dong Guo in Mengku, Lincang offers an aggressive yet captivating profile. It delivers an intense, high-pitched fragrance that fills the palate, complemented by a robus. It leans fragrant, sweet and bitter.
How should I brew Spring 2020 Dong Guo?
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 2020 Dong Guo come from?
Grown in Yunnan, China. This batch is from the Spring 2020 harvest.