Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cake is an interesting combination with rich pu-erh tea cake and the bright and buttery character of chrysanthemum flower.
In this tea cake, the deep and robust taste of ripe pu-erh tea has been infused with florals of chrysanthemum blossoms with just enough sweetness.
Each pack contains 7 grams, which can be broken into 3 pieces per cup on average. For example with a pack of 8, this should equate to roughly 8 x 3 = 24 cups.
This tea is for people who appreciate the strong taste of pu-erh but want a refreshing change in the form of flowers. Note this particular pu-erh has a bitterness to it that can be reduced by shorter steeping times.
All our pu-erh ripe chrysanthemum tea cakes at Tea Life Australia come perfectly packed one cake per vacuum pack to keep the freshness and taste intact.
Taste Profile: Rich, Dark, and Slightly Floral
The combination of both Earthy and flower notes can be enjoyed when savour the Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cake. The base of the pu-erh tea imparts a deep and robust flavor with strong woodiness and earthiness offset by a hint of sweetness as a result of the fermentation.
This is then countered by the crisp light floral notes of the chrysanthemum that lend a subtle brightness to the mix.
This is quite a full bodied tea that has floral overtones which are mild and accentuate the heavier pu-erh notes. The leaves from this tea can be resteeped over several intervals within the day.
The chrysanthemums have a soft, but persistent sweet flavor that coats the mouth and is a very pleasant and fresh aftertaste.
What is Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cake?
It is a cake of compressed tea, made using pu-erh tea leaves with Chrysanthemum petals mixed in. Pu-erh tea is an aged tea that comes from Yunnan Province, China, and is coveted for the fact that it undergoes an unusual method called ‘aging’ or post fermentation.
Added with chrysanthemum flowers, this tea creates a soft yet bold tone.
Each of these tea cakes is packaged separately in order to maintain the freshness as well as the complexity of the pu-erh and the chrysanthemum inside.
There are many advantages to this style of packaging, the foremost being that you are able to enjoy the tea in the best quality every single time, with the right proportion of flavor in every mouthful.
Health Benefits Of Ripe Chrysanthemum Pu-erh Tea
Aids in Digestion: With pu-erh tea, there are healthy digestion by emulsifying fats and helping the body absorb nutrients thus preventing bloating and discomfort.
Increases Energy: With smooth levels of caffeine in it, this tea gives you an uplift of energy that is effective but does not involve the low that stronger caffeinated drinks deliver.
Helps in Detoxifying: The diabetic or pu-erh tea when quenched with chrysanthemum helps detoxification by bringing out excess fat and aiding in the proper functioning of the liver as well as kidneys.
Ability of Reducing Stress: Due to the pure properties of chrysanthemum, this can reduce or combat anxiety because it is soothing, thus perfect for stress release.
Pay Attention to Eyes: In Chinese medicine, chrysanthemum is used as a remedy for sight problems and for relaxing tired eyes.
How to Brew Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cake
It is easy and fun to do the proper brewing of Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cake.
1. The tea cake should be broken into smaller pieces using a tea knife or spoon about 2-3g for each cup. A full 7g cake would be suitable for a large teapot.
2. Prepare the tea: Place the rinsed tea leaves in a teapot or gaiwan, add hot water (95 degrees Celsius or 203 degrees Fahrenheit), and steep them for about 30 to 60 seconds as per your taste.
3. Repeated infusions: More than one infusion is possible for this tea wherein with each infusion the different tastes and characteristics of pu-erh and chrysanthemum are revealed.
What are the benefits of choosing Pu-erh Ripe Chrysanthemum Tea Cakes from Tea Life Australia?
We at Tea Life Australia are on the hunt for the best pu-erh ripe chrysanthemum tea cakes from Yunnan, China. Since each cake of tea is vacuum sealed, it is always going to be fresh, so you can enjoy the tea with all its layers and depth with every cup.
With care taken in the tea package design and presentation guarantees that you will have the quality you deserve, with pu-erh and chrysanthemum aromas combined perfectly every time.
