Young Pu-erh

A flavor profile best described as earthy. The tea leaves come from the 'Dayeh' bush variety closely related to the original tea tree. 1 teaspoon of tea per 8 oz of 212oF water Steep for 5 Minutes 1 tsp of tea per 8 oz of spring water Country of Origin: China Caffeine Level: Medium An Overview of Pu-erh Pu-erh, Puer or Puerh is a variety of fermented dark tea produced in the mountains of the Yunnan province, China. Mostly from unoxidized Camellia sinensis, Pu-erh is processed from a large leaf variety of green tea. Sold in loose form, bags or in cakes (similar to small hockey pucks), good quality pu-erh tea has a deep, rich flavor that many consider to be earthy, leathery or mushroomy. Bad quality pu-erh often tastes muddy or moldy. High quality pu-erh often appeals to coffee drinkers and pairs well with rich desserts. The Legend of Pu-erh According to legend, the ethnic Pu people in Yunnan began to grow tea and served it as tribute to the emperors as early as in the Chinese Shang