Puer Tasting — Why the Bitterness Isn’t a Flaw
⏱ 1 min read The Short Version Puer tea’s bitterness isn’t a flaw—it’s a deliberate part of its terroir and aging process, reflecting its history and craftsmanship. The key is understanding bitterness as a stage in the tea’s evolution, not a defect to avoid. In This Article The Line Between Defect and DesignAging as a Language Puer tea’s earthy, smoky notes aren’t flaws—they’re markers of its terroir and processing. If you’re recoiling at damp wood, tobacco, or astringency, you’re not alone. But dismissing the style outright misses the point: these flavors are deliberate, not defects. The question isn’t whether you…