Why Young Sheng Pu’er Feels One Note—and What You Can Do About It
Time to spill: I’ve poured through seven young sheng pu’er teas, and they all taste like the same muted green tea with a hint of earth. It’s not that...
The 200g Sheng Mystery: When Did It Take Off?
The 200g Sheng mystery has brewed for years, but one question keeps resurfacing: when did this format become the norm. If you’ve ever stumbled upon a 200g...
The Hidden Potential of Aged Sheng Tea
Real talk: Ever notice how aged Sheng tea tastes different once you break it off the cake. A 2012 Yiwu sample I recently cracked open revealed a...
The Tea You Can’t Stand Might Just Be Perfect for Someone Else
The verdict is in: tea isn’t a one-size-fits-all obsession. Every cup carries its own story, its own personality, and for some, that story is a punch to the...
Decoding the 2017 Sheng Pu-erh: A Collector’s Guide to Authenticity
Time to spill: A 2017 Sheng Pu-erh isn’t just a tea—it’s a time capsule of craftsmanship, geography, and cultural nuance. You’ve got a tea set from Raozhou...
The Smoky Mystery of Upton’s 2016 Sheng Pu’erh
If you’ve ever wondered why pu’erh tea smells like a campfire, you’re not alone. A recent attempt to dive into Chinese tea traditions led to a perplexing...
Unraveling the Mystique of a Fresh Sheng Puer: A Sensory Journey
Here's the deal: If you're a tea enthusiast, chances are you've heard whispers about Sheng Puer. This raw puerh tea, known for its complex flavors and poten...