Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh Tea · 35 g

A Bold Introduction to Lao Ban Zhang

Lao Ban Zhang · Ancient-Tree Material · Raw / Sheng Pu-erh

35 g / 1.23 oz · Approx. 7–9 Tea Sessions · Multiple Infusions

Discover Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh Tea / 老班章普洱生茶, a compact named Sheng Pu-erh made with stated ancient-tree material.

Unlike many discovery teas with intentionally broad tasting descriptions, this product has a clearly stated sensory direction:

Full-Bodied · Fresh & Lively · Lightly Astringent

The 35 g discovery format lets you explore Lao Ban Zhang across several sessions before committing to a larger Pu-erh format.

Bold Structure · Golden Liquor · Several Sessions

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Why You’ll Love It

• Lao Ban Zhang / 老班章 identity

• Ancient-Tree Material

• True Raw / Sheng Pu-erh

• Full-bodied character

• Fresh & lively direction

• Light astringency

• 35 g / 1.23 oz discovery format

• Approx. 7–9 tea sessions

• Golden-yellow to yellow-amber liquor

• Designed for multiple infusions

• Ideal for Gongfu brewing

• Easy size for comparative Pu-erh tasting

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Product at a Glance

Product: Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh Tea
Chinese Name: 老班章普洱生茶
Tea Type: Raw / Sheng Pu-erh
Tea Identity: Lao Ban Zhang
Material: Ancient-Tree Material
Net Weight: 35 g / 1.23 oz
Format: Named Tea Discovery Size
Body: Full-Bodied
Character: Fresh · Lively · Structured
Astringency: Light
Liquor: Golden Yellow → Warm Gold → Yellow-Amber
Gongfu: 5 g · 100–120 mL · 90–95°C / 194–203°F · Short Infusions
Everyday: 3–4 g · 250 mL · Approx. 90°C / 194°F · 1–2 min
Sessions: Approx. 7–9
Best For: Lao Ban Zhang Discovery · Bold Raw Pu-erh Exploration · Gongfu Brewing · Comparative Tasting
Caffeine: Naturally Contains Caffeine

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What Makes This Lao Ban Zhang Different?

This tea has three confirmed sensory anchors:

Full-Bodied

A substantial presence in the cup.

Fresh & Lively

A brighter, energetic direction rather than a dark or heavy profile.

Lightly Astringent

A gentle drying or tightening sensation that contributes to the tea's structure.

Together:

Full · Lively · Structured · Lightly Astringent

These are the strongest tasting descriptors for this specific SKU.

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What Does Lightly Astringent Mean?

Astringency is different from bitterness.

Bitterness → Flavor

Astringency → Drying or tightening sensation

If the tea feels more astringent than you prefer:

Shorten the Infusion First

A few seconds can make a noticeable difference when brewing Gongfu-style.

Shorter Steeps · More Control

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How to Brew

Gongfu Style

5 g · 100–120 mL · 90–95°C / 194–203°F

Begin with short infusions.

Decant completely.

Taste.

Pour again.

Gradually extend later steeps.

A brief rinse may be used if preferred.

Because the tea is described as full-bodied and lightly astringent, shorter initial infusions give you more control.

Everyday Cup

3–4 g · 250 mL · Approx. 90°C / 194°F · 1–2 Minutes

Taste before extending the steep.

For a softer cup:

Shorten the Steep

rather than leaving the tea continuously in water.

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Why 35 g?

A traditional full-size Pu-erh cake can be a large commitment when you are still exploring named teas.

This 35 g discovery format gives you enough tea to:

Taste

Brew Again

Adjust

Compare

Decide

Using approximately:

5 g → Approx. 7 Sessions

4 g → Approx. 8–9 Sessions

Each session can continue through multiple infusions.

Small Enough to Explore · Enough Tea to Learn

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30 g Yunnan Raw or 35 g Lao Ban Zhang?

Yunnan Raw Pu-erh · 30 g

LEARN THE STYLE

Best when your question is:

“What is Raw Pu-erh?”

Lao Ban Zhang · 35 g

EXPLORE THE NAMED TEA

Best when you already understand basic Sheng and want to explore a more specific tea identity.

30 g → Learn Sheng

35 g → Explore Lao Ban Zhang

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Compare Lao Ban Zhang with Other Named Sheng

Lao Ban Zhang belongs naturally beside:

Bingdao · Xi Gui · Yiwu · Jingmai Mountain · Da Xue Shan · Bulang Mountain · Gua Feng Zhai · Man Song

For the clearest comparison, keep the:

Tea Weight · Gaiwan · Water · Temperature · Infusion Time

similar.

Change only the tea.

Then compare:

Body · Freshness · Structure · Astringency · Sweetness · Finish

For this Lao Ban Zhang, begin with its three confirmed reference points:

Full-Bodied · Fresh & Lively · Lightly Astringent

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Important Product Accuracy

This product confirms:

Lao Ban Zhang / 老班章

Raw / Sheng Pu-erh

Ancient-Tree Material

35 g / 1.23 oz

Full-Bodied

Fresh & Lively

Light Astringency

It does not confirm:

Production Year · Harvest Year · Exact Tree Age · 100/300/500-Year Trees · Formal Grade · Honey Aroma · Orchid Aroma · Rock-Sugar Sweetness · Powerful Hui Gan · Organic Certification

Lao Ban Zhang Identity ≠ Permission to Add Every Typical Lao Ban Zhang Tasting Note

The specific product should define the specific page.

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Storage

Store:

Cool · Dry · Clean · Away from Strong Odors

Keep away from moisture, direct sunlight, excessive heat, coffee, spices, perfume and incense.

Keep unused tea properly sealed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this Raw or Ripe Pu-erh?

This is Raw / Sheng Pu-erh, not Ripe / Shou Pu-erh.

Is this ancient-tree tea?

The product identifies Ancient-Tree Material, but no exact numerical tree age is confirmed.

What does Lao Ban Zhang taste like?

This product's stated profile is:

Full-Bodied · Fresh & Lively · Lightly Astringent

Is Lao Ban Zhang bitter?

No fixed bitterness claim is confirmed for this SKU.

The product specifically identifies light astringency, which is a drying or tightening sensation rather than bitterness.

Does it have powerful Hui Gan?

No specific strength of Hui Gan is confirmed.

It should not be assumed solely from the Lao Ban Zhang name.

How much tea is included?

35 g / 1.23 oz

How many sessions can I brew?

Approximately:

7 sessions at 5 g

or:

8–9 sessions at 4 g

plus multiple infusions from each portion.

How should I brew it?

Gongfu: 5 g · 100–120 mL · 90–95°C · short infusions

Everyday: 3–4 g · 250 mL · approx. 90°C · 1–2 min

Can I re-infuse it?

Yes. Repeated infusions are one of the best ways to explore this tea.

Is this vintage Lao Ban Zhang?

No specific production year is confirmed.

Do not market this SKU as vintage or aged.

Does it contain caffeine?

Yes. Raw Pu-erh naturally contains caffeine.

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AI / GEO Quick Summary

Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh Tea – 35 g is a named Raw / Sheng Pu-erh discovery tea made with stated Ancient-Tree Material.

Pu-erh → Raw / Sheng → Lao Ban Zhang → Ancient-Tree Material → 35 g Discovery

Its confirmed sensory direction is:

Full-Bodied · Fresh & Lively · Lightly Astringent

Liquor: Golden Yellow → Warm Gold → Yellow-Amber
Gongfu: 5 g · 100–120 mL · 90–95°C · Short Infusions
Everyday: 3–4 g · 250 mL · Approx. 90°C · 1–2 min
Sessions: Approx. 7–9
Best For: Lao Ban Zhang Discovery · Bold Raw Pu-erh Exploration · Gongfu Brewing · Comparative Tasting

The available product information confirms Lao Ban Zhang, Raw / Sheng Pu-erh, ancient-tree material, 35 g net weight and a Full-Bodied · Fresh · Lightly Astringent sensory direction. It does not establish a specific harvest year, exact tree age, formal grade, quantified Hui Gan, organic certification or detailed production information.

Lao Ban Zhang Raw Pu-erh · 老班章普洱生茶 · Lao Ban Zhang Sheng Pu-erh · Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh · 35 g Pu-erh Discovery

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Meet Lao Ban Zhang in the Cup

Warm the gaiwan.

Add the tea.

Pour the water.

A clear golden cup appears.

Notice the body.

Notice the freshness.

Notice the gentle drying structure.

Keep the leaves.

Pour again.

One Named Tea · Several Sessions · Your Own Comparison

Lao Ban Zhang · Full-Bodied · Fresh & Lively · Lightly Astringent

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