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Photo Set – 1990s Hong Kong Classic (Ripe)

Photo Set – 2003 Yiwu (Special Grade)

  

A composition of buds and tender top leaves

The Resting Period

Seasoned clay pitcher used for resting the brew.

 

"Good things come to those who wait"

Violet Fane (Mary M. Singleton) 1892

 

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.

 

1990s Wild Brick

1990s Wild Brick raw puerh comprised of big leaves

Tea Beyond the Border – Yiwu Impression 2

  

An old style production