2006 Zhang Xiang Gong Ting Shu
2006 Zhang Xiang Gong Ting Shu
Shu Pu’er named for
its camphor profile
A unique Banzhang shu pu’er packed with sweet aftertaste, and a distinctive cooling flavor. Notes of mint, redwood, lychee, and jasmine complement the camphor profile.
Spring 2006 ♦ Banzhang, Yunnan
Crafted by the Banzhang Shan Workshop
Small farmers and micro-workshops across Yunnan are often denied the chance to show off their incredible work, overshadowed by big labels. Wang Yanxin believes in small producers, helping them reach a wide audience without big brand labels.
The result is pristine, hand-finished tea, aged offerings and regional collaborations that inspire new styles. Wang Yanxin has devoted her career and formidable palate to these collaborations, searching far and wide for the very best.
- DATE OF PICKINGSpring 2006
- BanzhangYunnan Province
- ELEVATIONmixed elevation
- Da Ye ZhongTea Varietal
Zhang Xiang literally means camphor fragrance, and is used to describe those special pu’ers with deep cooling notes that transport us to pine forests after a long rain. This cake is all about its cooling sensation. Surprisingly, while zhang xiang cakes are usually incense and spice forward, this cake brings out nuanced tropical fruit and jasmine florals to accent the first notes.
Tasting Profile
- savory - sweet clay
- spice - camphor, mint, redwood
- fruit - lychee, longyan
- floral - jasmine
- texture - deep forest cooling
Wang Yanxin also recommends:
'Most pu’er does become more complex over time. Astringency mellows out, darker and richer flavors come through. Textural complexities become more pronounced. Starting with an intriguing young pu’er of high quality with lots of textures and flavors at play will increase your chances of graceful aging.'
Steeping Instructions
Western
4 g.8
oz.use 212° watersteep 60 secondsresteep many times
add 30-40 sec. each infusionGongfu
4 g.5 ozuse 212° watersteep 20 seconds
add 10-15 sec. per steepingenjoy many steepingsIced/Cold
4 g.12
oz.use room temp. waterrefrigerate overnight
8 hoursadd ice & enjoy