Bingdao Raw Pu-erh Tea · 35 g Discovery Size
One named tea. Several quiet sessions. Time to discover your own preference.
Explore Bingdao Raw Pu-erh / 冰岛普洱生茶 in a compact 35 g / 1.23 oz format, presented as small compressed tea cakes.
Identified as Raw / Sheng Pu-erh with stated ancient-tree material, this selection offers an approachable way to explore the Bingdao name without purchasing a full-size cake.
With enough tea for approximately seven sessions at 5 g each, you can return to the same tea, adjust your brewing and follow the leaves through successive infusions.
Why You’ll Love It
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A focused discovery: Spend several sessions exploring one Bingdao-labelled Sheng Pu-erh.
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A manageable quantity: The 35 g size makes room for tasting and comparison without a large purchase.
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Traditional compressed tea: Watch the small cakes gradually loosen and open in hot water.
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Flexible brewing: Prepare short gongfu infusions or a simple everyday cup.
Product at a Glance
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Product: Bingdao Raw Pu-erh Tea
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Chinese name: 冰岛普洱生茶
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Tea category: Pu-erh
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Style: Raw / Sheng / 生茶
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Product designation: Bingdao / 冰岛
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Material description: Ancient-tree material, as stated in the product information
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Form: Small compressed tea cakes
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Total net weight: 35 g / 1.23 oz
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Approximate yield: Seven brewing sessions at 5 g per session
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Caffeine: Naturally contains caffeine
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Suggested teaware: Porcelain gaiwan, small teapot or spacious infuser basket
The supplied information does not specify a production year, individual cake weight or exact piece count.
Discover the Tea Through Your Own Cup
This selection invites you to pay attention to the tea as it brews.
Notice the aroma first, then the texture of the infusion. Take a small sip and pause before the next. Consider the balance of strength, bitterness, any drying sensation and what remains after swallowing.
As the compressed leaves absorb water, their flavour may develop differently from one infusion to the next. Compare an early cup with a later pour, then return another day with a slightly different steeping time.
Detailed tasting notes have not been established for this particular selection. Its Bingdao name alone does not guarantee a specific sweetness, floral aroma or finish.
Understanding the Bingdao Description
The product is identified as Bingdao, with ancient-tree material as its stated material description.
These terms do not establish a specific Bingdao village, Bingdao Laozhai origin, numerical tree age or single-tree harvest.
For this discovery size, the emphasis is on experiencing the tea itself through several repeatable brewing sessions.
How to Brew
Use these parameters as starting points. Weigh your tea rather than assuming that one small cake equals one serving.
If a cake contains more tea than you need, gently separate a suitable portion while keeping larger leaf pieces intact where possible.
Gongfu Style
5 g tea · 100–120 mL water · 90–95°C / 194–203°F
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Warm a gaiwan or small teapot and add the tea.
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Use a brief rinse if preferred to begin hydrating the compressed leaves, then discard that water.
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Start with a short drinking infusion of approximately 10–15 seconds.
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Decant completely and taste before preparing the next infusion.
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Adjust subsequent steeps as the leaves open, extending the time when the flavour becomes lighter.
If the first infusion is light while the tea remains tightly compressed, allow a little more time. Once the leaves loosen, shorter steeps may be enough.
Everyday Cup
3–4 g tea · 250 mL water · Approximately 90°C / 194°F · 1–2 minutes
Use a roomy infuser basket or teapot. Taste after 1 minute and extend the steep only if needed.
Separate the finished tea from the leaves completely. If the cup is too strong or drying, shorten the next steep or reduce the leaf quantity.
Re-infuse during the same session while the flavour remains enjoyable.
Make the Most of Your Discovery Size
Use the first session to find a comfortable brewing strength. In the next, change just one detail—such as steeping time—to understand how it affects your cup.
If comparing this tea with another Sheng Pu-erh, keep the leaf weight, vessel, water temperature and infusion timing consistent. Note the differences in aroma, texture and finish.
The 35 g quantity provides approximately seven sessions at 5 g each. Smaller portions can stretch the supply further. Additional infusions are separate pours from the same leaves, rather than fresh portions of tea.
Storage
Keep the remaining tea properly wrapped and protected in a clean, dry place away from sunlight, excessive heat, moisture and strong odours.
Avoid storing it near coffee, spices, incense or fragranced household products. Use clean, dry utensils and follow any additional instructions on the packaging.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this raw or ripe Pu-erh?
This is raw / Sheng Pu-erh. It does not undergo the accelerated pile-fermentation process used to produce ripe / Shou Pu-erh.
Is this Bingdao Laozhai?
The product is identified as Bingdao, but a specific Bingdao Laozhai origin is not established in the supplied information.
What does “ancient-tree material” mean here?
It is the material description supplied for this product. No numerical tree age or single-tree harvest is documented.
Is it aged or vintage tea?
No production or harvest year has been specified. This selection is offered as a discovery tea without an aged or vintage claim.
How many small cakes are included?
The total net weight is 35 g. An exact cake count and individual cake weight are not specified. Measure your brewing portion by weight.
Does it contain caffeine?
Yes. Raw Pu-erh naturally contains caffeine. The amount in a prepared cup varies with leaf quantity and brewing method.
Can I brew the same leaves more than once?
Yes. Successive infusions let you explore the tea as the compressed leaves open. Pour out completely between steeps and adjust the timing to taste.
Is it suitable for beginners?
The small quantity can suit someone curious about raw Pu-erh. Begin with a modest leaf quantity and short steeps, then adjust according to the strength you enjoy.
Let Bingdao Become a Tea Experience
Choose Bingdao Raw Pu-erh 35 g for a compact introduction you can return to across several sessions.
Warm the gaiwan, prepare the tea and take your time between pours. Let your own cup guide the discovery.
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