Saturday, July 27, 2024

The Resting Period

Seasoned clay pitcher used for resting the brew.
 
"Good things come to those who wait"
Violet Fane (Mary M. Singleton) 1892
 

Friday, April 12, 2024

Charting the Evolution of Age Puerh Tea

Have you ever considered how an age puerh tea evolves over time? What would constitute as a benchmark in the drinkability of puerh tea at different stages of its maturity? As a puerh tea enthusiast and collector, how you see this playing out will greatly influence how you approach the selection of puerh tea for enjoyment and storage.

The charts below capture 4 general scenarios in the most basic form. What is true, false … possible or unrealistic? These are some of the beliefs and perceptions from puerh enthusiasts that I have come across.
 

Sunday, March 17, 2024