{"product_id":"2014-da-xue-shan-ancient-tree-ripe-pu-erh-357g","title":"2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357 g","description":"\u003ch1\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357 g\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Mature Da Xue Shan Shou with Time Behind It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2014 Vintage · Da Xue Shan · Ancient Tree · Ripe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e357 g Traditional Tea Cake · Approx. 51–71 Tea Sessions · Multiple Infusions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressed in 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRested through the years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpened one infusion at a time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a traditional \u003cstrong\u003e357 g \/ 12.59 oz compressed tea cake\u003c\/strong\u003e built around three defining qualities:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Confirmed 2014 Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient-Tree Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich, Full-Bodied \u0026amp; Smooth Ripe Pu-erh Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product presentation highlights a mature aged-aroma direction together with a substantial body and smooth texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreak off a small portion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm the gaiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch the liquor deepen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen keep the leaves nearby and pour again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage · Da Xue Shan · Ancient Tree · Deep Smooth Cups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBring Eastern Living Home\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConfirmed 2014 Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production year is clearly stated as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2014\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives the cake a fixed point in time and distinguishes it from undated everyday Ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor long-term accuracy, the strongest wording is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erather than a changing phrase such as “12-Year Pu-erh.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production year is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDetailed storage history is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat means the page can confidently emphasize \u003cstrong\u003etime and vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e, while avoiding unsupported claims about a particular storage environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDa Xue Shan Identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea carries the named identity:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDa Xue Shan · 大雪山\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an international tea audience, I recommend keeping \u003cstrong\u003eDa Xue Shan\u003c\/strong\u003e in pinyin rather than replacing the product name entirely with “Big Snow Mountain.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt gives the tea a more distinctive identity than a generic Yunnan Ripe Pu-erh while preserving its Chinese tea origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNamed Tea · Defined Vintage · Traditional Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient-Tree Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is identified as Ancient Tree tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gives it another layer of distinction beyond ordinary everyday Shou Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo exact tree age is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor accuracy, the page should not assign numerical ages such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100-Year Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e300-Year Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500-Year Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eor describe it as a single-tree harvest unless separately verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient Tree · No Invented Age\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional 357 g Tea Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes in a traditional:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e357 g \/ 12.59 oz\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ecompressed Pu-erh cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike a small discovery box or everyday tin, this is a full-size tea designed for repeated brewing over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is enough tea to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Different Brewing Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEnjoy Repeated Gongfu Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShare with Other Tea Drinkers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn to the Same Cake Over Many Weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Part of the Cake for Future Drinking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full Cake · A Longer Tea Journey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich, Full-Bodied \u0026amp; Smooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product presentation gives this tea a particularly useful sensory direction:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRich · Mellow · Full-Bodied · Smooth\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is much more valuable than adding generic Ripe Pu-erh flavor notes that are not confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe texture matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smoothness matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Tea · Substantial Body · Smooth Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Is Da Xue Shan Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea combines several important identities in one traditional cake:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDa Xue Shan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNamed tea identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed production year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRipe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e357 g\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional full-size Pu-erh cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, these give the product a very different role from an everyday Ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNamed Identity · Time · Mature Tea · Traditional Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Does the Aged-Aroma Positioning Mean?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original product presentation highlights a ten-year aged-aroma concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the tea itself is clearly identified as \u003cstrong\u003e2014\u003c\/strong\u003e, the most future-proof way to communicate this today is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Aged Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ewhile separately listing:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduction Year: 2014\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis avoids permanently locking the tea into a “10-Year” description even as more time passes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse the Vintage · Let the Age Update Naturally\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Happens to Ripe Pu-erh with Time?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe Pu-erh has already undergone microbial fermentation during production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfterward, storage may continue to influence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Integration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut time alone does not determine the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStorage conditions matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout documented storage history, this page should not promise a particular:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry-Storage Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKunming Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHong Kong Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Cellar Aging\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eor another specific storage environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage · Without an Invented Storage Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Is Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShou Pu-erh · 普洱熟茶\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe Pu-erh is one of the two major styles of Pu-erh tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other is Raw \/ Sheng Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe Pu-erh undergoes a controlled microbial fermentation process commonly known as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWo Dui · 渥堆\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis distinguishes it from Raw Pu-erh and contributes to its characteristically deeper liquor and mature overall tea direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven after years of storage, this tea remains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRipe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAge may change its character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not change the tea into another Pu-erh category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRaw Pu-erh vs Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRaw \/ Sheng Pu-erh\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRipe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProcessing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-Wo-Dui\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWo-Dui Fermented\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiquor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGolden · Yellow-Amber\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep Amber · Red-Brown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharacter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrighter · Structured\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeeper · Rounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAging Potential\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChanges with Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChanges with Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThis Product\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e✓\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduction Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2014\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThis Product Is Vintage Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not Raw Pu-erh that simply became dark with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a genuine Ripe \/ Shou Pu-erh with a confirmed 2014 production year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhat Does It Taste Like?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product gives us a restrained but useful sensory profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRich \u0026amp; Full-Bodied\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup is presented around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDepth · Body · Substance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSmooth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture is another defining characteristic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, the clearest tasting direction is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eRich · Mellow · Full-Bodied · Smooth\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than promising chocolate, caramel, jujube, walnut or other unverified notes, this page focuses on what the product itself supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Aroma · Full Body · Smooth Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature · Aged · Deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich · Mellow\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-Bodied\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Amber · Red-Brown · Dark Chestnut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Character:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature · Rounded · Deep · Smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Enjoyed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gongfu Brewing · Multiple Infusions · Slow Tea Sessions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExact sweetness, aroma, body and liquor color naturally vary according to storage history, tea quantity, water and brewing method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy Texture Matters\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a mature Ripe Pu-erh, the experience is not only about identifying flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePay attention to how the liquor feels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBody\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDoes the tea feel substantial?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSmoothness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow easily does it move across the palate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDepth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow much presence does the cup have?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat remains after swallowing?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor this tea:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eBody + Smoothness\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eshould be central to the experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrom a 2014 Cake to a Deep Cup\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBreak off a small section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm the gaiwan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe compressed material begins to loosen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquor deepens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAmber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRed-Brown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDark Chestnut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cake opens further.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice the texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Tea · Dark Liquor · Slow Brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Break the Tea Cake\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the cake on a clean, stable surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork from the edge or side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert a Pu-erh pick gently between the compressed layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLift slowly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry to preserve larger leaf sections rather than crushing the cake unnecessarily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLarger Pieces · Less Dust · More Even Brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways point the tea tool away from your hands and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Brew 2014 Da Xue Shan\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGongfu Brewing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful starting point:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5–7 g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 100–120 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95–100°C \/ 203–212°F\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brief rinse may be used if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThen:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteep Briefly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecant Completely\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePour Again\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGradually extend later infusion times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHot Water · Short Steeps · Deep Cups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFollow the Tea Across Infusions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRinse · Wake the Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBriefly hydrate the compressed tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Infusion · Meet the Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice the mature aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eObserve the deep liquor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake the first sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSecond Infusion · Let It Open\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNotice the body and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThird Infusion · Find the Balance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePay attention to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRichness · Fullness · Smoothness · Finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLater Infusions · Stay with the Session\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGradually extend the steeping time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContinue until the liquor becomes noticeably lighter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOne 2014 Cake · Many Deep 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to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrew Repeatedly\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust Your Parameters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare Different Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShare Gongfu Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReturn Another Day\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Part of the Cake for Future Drinking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Full Cake · A Longer Relationship with the Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eApproximately How Many Sessions?\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7 g per session\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e357 g provides around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e51 Sessions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5 g per session\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eit provides around:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e71 Sessions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd each session may continue through multiple individual infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDozens of Sessions · Hundreds of Cups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eWhy This Is Not Everyday Shou\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEveryday Ripe Pu-erh serves a simpler role:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy · Accessible · Regular Brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea adds:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDa Xue Shan Identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient-Tree Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMature Aged Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional 357 g Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull Body \u0026amp; Smooth Texture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat gives it a much clearer role:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNamed Vintage Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan vs Everyday Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEveryday Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple · Accessible · Deep Amber · Regular Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest when you want a straightforward everyday Shou.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage · Named Identity · Ancient Tree · Full-Bodied · Smooth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest when you want:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Time · More Identity · More Body · Traditional Cake Ritual\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEveryday Shou → Named Vintage Shou\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan vs 2017 Ancient Tree Aged-Aroma Ripe\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese two vintage Ripe Pu-erh cakes should have different roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan – 357 g\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eNAMED VINTAGE SHOU\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2014 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Xue Shan Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAncient Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2017 Ancient Tree Aged-Aroma – 357 g\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMATURE \u0026amp; SILKY VINTAGE SHOU\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFocus:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2017 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAncient Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMellow 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Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pu-erh Tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePu-erh Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient-Tree Material\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mature Aged Aroma\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Compressed Tea Cake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357 g \/ 12.59 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich · Mellow · Full-Bodied\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Amber · Red-Brown · Dark Chestnut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Gongfu Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 5–7 g \/ 100–120 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Water Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 95–100°C \/ 203–212°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Everyday Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 4–5 g \/ 250 mL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Everyday Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 95°C \/ 203°F\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Everyday Steep:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 2–3 Minutes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. Tea Sessions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 51–71\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multiple Infusions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Teaware:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain Gaiwan · Porcelain Cup · Pu-erh Pick · Dedicated Clay Teapot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Ripe Pu-erh · Da Xue Shan Tea · Ancient-Tree Pu-erh · Gongfu Brewing · Traditional Tea Cake\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eClear Product Information\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat We Know — and What We Don’t Assume\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe available product information establishes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2014 Production Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Xue Shan Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAncient-Tree Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Aged Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRich \u0026amp; Full-Bodied Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e357 g Traditional Tea Cake\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe do \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e currently claim:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExact Tree Age\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100-Year \/ 300-Year \/ 500-Year Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecific Tea Garden\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Storage History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKunming Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHong Kong Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGong Ting Grade\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSticky Rice Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Certification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eunless separately verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree distinctions are especially important:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient Tree ≠ Confirmed Numerical Tree Age\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage ≠ Confirmed Controlled Storage History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAged Aroma ≠ Added Flavoring\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eHow to Store\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the tea in a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean · Dry · Stable · Odor-Free Environment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect it from:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sunlight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcessive Moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExtreme Heat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfume\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncense\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpices\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen Odors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePu-erh can absorb surrounding aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid dramatic temperature and humidity fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtect the Tea · Respect the Time Already in It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is 2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a \u003cstrong\u003e2014 vintage Ripe \/ Shou Pu-erh tea cake\u003c\/strong\u003e made with ancient-tree material and presented in a traditional \u003cstrong\u003e357 g \/ 12.59 oz compressed format\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts defining identity is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage · Da Xue Shan · Ancient Tree · Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is designed for tea drinkers looking for a mature, full-bodied Shou Pu-erh with a traditional full-size cake experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this Raw or Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRipe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003enot Raw \/ Sheng Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe Pu-erh undergoes controlled microbial fermentation known as \u003cstrong\u003eWo Dui\u003c\/strong\u003e, which contributes to its deeper liquor and more mature overall character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat year was this tea produced?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated production year is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the year itself is fixed, \u003cstrong\u003e2014 Vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e is the best long-term wording for the product page rather than using a changing age such as “12-Year Pu-erh.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this considered a vintage Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the product has a confirmed \u003cstrong\u003e2014 production year\u003c\/strong\u003e, it can appropriately be described as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Vintage Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact storage history, however, is not confirmed, so the page should not make specific dry-storage, warehouse-aging or regional-storage claims without additional documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Da Xue Shan?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Xue Shan\u003c\/strong\u003e is the named tea identity associated with this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt gives this tea a more specific identity than a generic Yunnan Ripe Pu-erh and makes it particularly suitable for customers exploring named Pu-erh teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this ancient-tree Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is identified as being made with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient-Tree Material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, no exact tree age is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaims such as \u003cstrong\u003e100-year-old, 300-year-old or 500-year-old trees\u003c\/strong\u003e should not be assumed unless separately verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does this tea taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts overall sensory direction is best described as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRich · Mellow · Full-Bodied · Smooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than assigning unsupported notes such as chocolate, caramel, jujube or camphor, the page focuses on the characteristics supported by the product itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat color is the tea liquor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDepending on leaf quantity and brewing strength, the liquor may develop through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDeep Amber → Red-Brown → Dark Chestnut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA white porcelain cup is especially useful for observing the color and clarity across repeated infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the texture like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTexture is one of the important characteristics of this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect an overall direction of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFull-Bodied · Rounded · Smooth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe exact body and mouthfeel will vary with brewing strength and infusion time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much tea is included?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach cake contains:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e357 g \/ 12.59 oz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a traditional full-size Pu-erh tea cake rather than a sampler or small discovery format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow much tea should I use for Gongfu brewing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA useful starting point is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5–7 g Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100–120 mL Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e95–100°C \/ 203–212°F\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBegin with short infusions and gradually extend later steeping times according to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should I brew it in a larger cup?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor everyday brewing, start with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4–5 g Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApprox. 250 mL Water\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eApprox. 95°C \/ 203°F\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2–3 Minutes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdjust the steeping time according to your preferred strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShould I rinse the tea cake before brewing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA brief rinse may be used if preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can help begin hydrating and loosening the compressed tea before the first drinking infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan I brew the same leaves more than once?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is well suited to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMultiple Infusions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Gongfu brewing, keep the leaves after each pour and gradually increase steeping time as the session continues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma, body, texture and liquor depth may change from one infusion to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApproximately how many tea sessions are in one 357 g cake?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7 g per session\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e≈51 Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 g per session\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e≈71 Sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach session may then continue through several individual infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual usage depends on your preferred tea-to-water ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I break apart a Pu-erh tea cake?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the cake on a clean, stable surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInsert a Pu-erh pick or tea knife gently from the side or edge, following the natural compressed layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLift slowly rather than forcing the tool straight downward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry to preserve larger pieces of tea for more even brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways direct the tea tool away from your hands and body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat teaware works best?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Gongfu brewing, a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite Porcelain Gaiwan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eis one of the best choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt provides good control over short infusions and does not strongly influence the tea's aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther useful options include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhite Porcelain Cup\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated Ripe Pu-erh Clay Teapot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePu-erh Tea Pick\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a first tasting, porcelain is the easiest and most neutral choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this the same as the 2017 Ancient Tree Aged-Aroma Ripe Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are both vintage Ripe Pu-erh tea cakes, but they have different product identities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNamed Tea · Earlier Vintage · Rich · Full-Bodied · Smooth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2017 Ancient Tree Aged-Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged Aroma · Mellow Sweetness · Rich Smooth Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan\u003c\/strong\u003e when the named tea identity and earlier vintage are important to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e2017 Aged-Aroma Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e when mature aroma and texture are the main attraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this Gong Ting Pu-erh?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo Gong Ting grade is confirmed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should therefore remain identified as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003erather than Gong Ting Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes this tea have sticky-rice aroma?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo sticky-rice-aroma designation is confirmed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you prefer that aromatic direction, choose a Ripe Pu-erh specifically identified as \u003cstrong\u003eSticky Rice Aroma\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes this tea contain added flavoring?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo added flavoring is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is presented as a traditional Ripe Pu-erh tea rather than a flavored Pu-erh blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes Ripe Pu-erh contain caffeine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePu-erh tea is made from \u003cem\u003eCamellia sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e and naturally contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount in the cup varies according to leaf quantity, water temperature, steeping time and number of infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs this tea organic?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo organic certification is confirmed for this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page should not use \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e unless certification is separately verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCan I continue storing the tea cake?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePu-erh can continue to change with time, but storage conditions matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the cake in a:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eClean · Dry · Stable · Odor-Free Environment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid direct sunlight, excessive moisture, extreme heat and strong surrounding aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this tea best for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is particularly suited to customers interested in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDa Xue Shan Tea\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAncient-Tree Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional 357 g Tea Cakes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRich \u0026amp; Full-Bodied Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMultiple-Infusion Tea Sessions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNamed Pu-erh Exploration\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor customers moving beyond everyday Ripe Pu-erh, this 2014 Da Xue Shan cake offers a clear next step:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNamed Tea · Vintage · Ancient Tree · Full Traditional Cake\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eProduct at a Glance\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e2014 Da Xue Shan Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake – 357 g\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003e357 g traditional compressed Ripe \/ Shou Pu-erh tea cake\u003c\/strong\u003e with a confirmed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2014 Production Year\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts identity can be understood simply:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePu-erh Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRipe \/ Shou Pu-erh\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDa Xue Shan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e↓\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient-Tree 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Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ripe \/ Shou\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChinese Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014年大雪山古树普洱熟茶\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Da Xue Shan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ancient-Tree Material\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Compressed Cake\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 357 g \/ 12.59 oz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Direction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich · Mellow · Full-Bodied\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep Amber to Dark Chestnut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApprox. 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