{"product_id":"1000g-menghai-banzhang-gongting-puerh-tea-bulk-puerh-ripe-chenxiang-puerh-tea-4","title":"1000g MengHai BanZhang GongTing Puerh tea bulk pu'erh Ripe ChenXiang Puerh tea","description":"\u003c!--M_96613636#s0-2--\u003e\u003clink rel=\"dns-prefetch\" href=\"\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\"\u003e\u003clink rel=\"dns-prefetch\" href=\"\/\/secureir.ebaystatic.com\"\u003e\u003clink rel=\"dns-prefetch\" href=\"\/\/i.ebayimg.com\"\u003e\u003clink rel=\"dns-prefetch\" href=\"\/\/rover.ebay.com\"\u003e\u003clink rel=\"preload\" fetchpriority=\"high\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/cr\/v\/c1\/market-sans\/v1.0\/MarketSans-Regular-WebS.woff2\" as=\"font\" type=\"font\/woff2\"\u003e\u003cstyle nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\"\u003e\n            body {\n                font-family: 'Market Sans', Arial, sans-serif;\n            }\n        \u003c\/style\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\"\u003e\u003ctitle\u003eeBay\u003c\/title\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"stylesheet\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/vendor-ebayui-core-CdJX7KQD.css\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"stylesheet\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/tracking-interactions-DaZdnrm-.css\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"stylesheet\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/index-OKm634qT.css\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"stylesheet\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/style-De_TpA1z.css\"\u003e\u003c!--M_96613636^s0-2-12 s0-2 12--\u003e\u003cdiv data-marko-key=\"@container s0-2-12\" class=\"x-item-description-child\" data-testid=\"x-item-description-child\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePremium Menghai Lao Ban Zhang Imperial Palace Ripe Pu-erh Tea  –  Rich \u0026amp; Velvety, Authentic Yunnan Craftsmanship\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTea Characteristics:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrigin \u0026amp; Craftsmanship: Harvested from ancient tea trees (100+ years old) in Menghai’s Lao Ban Zhang village, Yunnan, this Imperial Palace-grade ripe Pu-erh is crafted using traditional stone-pressing techniques and meticulously fermented for over a decade. The tea leaves grow at high altitudes (1,700m+) in pristine forests, absorbing rare minerals for unparalleled depth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAppearance: Tightly compressed tea cake with dark, glossy leaves and golden buds. The surface is adorned with visible tea hairs, a hallmark of premium \"Palace-grade\" selection (only the finest tender buds and leaves are used).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAroma: Rich, earthy notes of aged oak and dried dates, layered with subtle hints of caramel and a warm, nutty sweetness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA luxurious, velvety texture dominates the palate, with flavors of dark chocolate, ripe plums, and toasted nuts. The initial boldness transitions into a lingering sweetness reminiscent of honey and Chinese medicinal herbs. The aftertaste carries a refreshing minty coolness, a signature of Lao Ban Zhang’s terroir.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eBrewing Guide:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTeaware: Use a Yixing clay teapot or porcelain gaiwan to enhance flavor retention79.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWater: 95–100°C (203–212°F) to fully unlock the tea’s complexity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRinse: Quickly rinse the tea (5–10 seconds) to awaken the leaves and remove impurities.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSteeping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e1st infusion: 15–20 seconds for a bright, aromatic brew.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSubsequent infusions: Gradually increase steeping time by 5–10 seconds. Yields 10+ brews with evolving layers of flavor.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eServing: Best enjoyed pure. Pairs elegantly with dark chocolate or light pastries to complement its richness.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eStorage Tips:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEnvironment: Store in a cool, dry place (ideal humidity: 60–70%) away from sunlight and strong odors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging: Preserve in its original bamboo husk wrapping or a breathable ceramic jar to allow natural aging. Avoid plastic containers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAging Potential: Improves over decades, developing deeper sweetness and medicinal notes—perfect for collectors.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--M_96613636\/--\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_DAXXjFlN.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_BX4tisJ9.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_CZdHqUyd.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_CAjUtFyq.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_CSD3d14H.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_C6suJtbu.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_BdgkIqq2.js\"\u003e\u003clink nonce=\"ote7IoJDt3mwj0aQthZGfA==\" rel=\"modulepreload\" crossorigin=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/ir.ebaystatic.com\/rs\/c\/r1vinode\/_5r4MXvx4.js\"\u003e\u003c!--M_96613636\/--\u003e\u003c!-- RcmdId videsc,RlogId t6q4pnmjbb%60jhs9%3Ft6ulhhg%60ehmq%2B15aea%603e04(rbpv22.ml%3E7t-19f740217b0-0xb03 --\u003e\u003c!-- SiteId: 0, Environment: production, AppName: r1vinode, PageId: 4487351 --\u003e","brand":"Buy Our Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52878996767001,"sku":null,"price":118.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1887\/0297\/files\/s-l1600_8b59c8cd-9c92-4fd0-8813-ff266de2770e.jpg?v=1784732881","url":"https:\/\/buyourtea.com\/products\/1000g-menghai-banzhang-gongting-puerh-tea-bulk-puerh-ripe-chenxiang-puerh-tea-4","provider":"Buy Our Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}