{"product_id":"premium-aged-palace-shu-puer-tea","title":"2015, Premium Aged Palace Shu Puer Tea, 50g","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2015, Premium Aged Palace Shu Puer Tea, 50g Brick\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Premium Aged Palace Shu Puer has been carefully matured to develop a rich, rounded flavour with remarkable smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are so pleased to have this Puer in stock here at Great Tea. The tea is just right, and the portion size is perfect. Pressed in a chocolate bar style, allowing for this Puer brick to be broken easily and portioned into approximately 6.25g portions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressed into a convenient 50g brick, it’s easy to break off small portions while allowing the tea to continue ageing naturally over time. The result is a tea that feels grounding and satisfying, perfect for slow, thoughtful brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePressed: \u003c\/strong\u003e2021\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai County, Yunnan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 2px solid #FF9934;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is Shu Puer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuer tea comes from Yunnan Province in southwestern China, where tea has been grown and traded for centuries. Unlike most teas, Puer is known for its ability to age and transform over time, developing deeper and more complex flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are two main styles:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSheng Puer\u003c\/strong\u003e (raw) – which ages naturally over many years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShu Puer\u003c\/strong\u003e (ripe) – which undergoes a controlled fermentation process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShu Puer was developed in the 1970s as a way to replicate the character of aged raw Puer in a shorter period. Through careful fermentation, the leaves develop the smooth, earthy depth that Puer drinkers love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to know more about the Yunnan Province tea region, see our article: \u003ca title=\"Yunnan Province, China\" href=\"https:\/\/great-tea.co.uk\/blogs\/tea-regions\/yunnan-tea-region-china\"\u003eYunnan Province, China\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 2px solid #FF9934;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat “Palace Grade” Means\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term Palace (Gong Ting) refers to the grade of the leaf used. Palace grade Puer is made from very small, tender buds and young leaves, resulting in a tea that is smoother, softer, and often sweeter than larger-leaf grades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese finer leaves produce a cleaner, more refined infusion while still maintaining the distinctive richness of Shu Puer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 2px solid #FF9934;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour \u0026amp; Aroma\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged Palace Shu Puer is known for its deep yet gentle character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect notes of:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark earth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCocoa and wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA soft, natural sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquor is dark and full-bodied, with a velvety texture and very little bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"border: 2px solid #FF9934;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Brew\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePuer is forgiving and rewards multiple infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu style\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.25g of tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100–120ml water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuick rinse (recommended to open the tea)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep 10–15 seconds, increasing gradually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-infuse many times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimple brewing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.25g of tea\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e250–300ml water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e95–100°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrew 2–4 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged Shu Puer has a uniquely calming quality. The flavour is rich without being heavy, and each infusion brings out new layers of warmth and sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePressed into a small brick, this tea is easy to store and enjoyable to explore over time, whether you’re discovering Puer for the first time or returning to a familiar favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a tea made for slow moments and long conversations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Great Tea Limited","offers":[{"title":"One Brick","offer_id":63781299159389,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Five Bricks","offer_id":63781299192157,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ten Bricks","offer_id":63781299224925,"sku":null,"price":110.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0961\/9544\/5085\/files\/premium-aged-palace-shu-puer-tea.webp?v=1774983524","url":"https:\/\/great-tea.co.uk\/products\/premium-aged-palace-shu-puer-tea","provider":"Great Tea Limited","version":"1.0","type":"link"}