{"product_id":"ye-sheng-da-ye-bing-n1-hand-pressed-in-2003-340-g","title":"Ye Sheng Da Ye Bing N1 (hand pressed in 2003), 340 g","description":"\u003ch3\u003eYe Sheng Da Ye Bing N1 2003 – A Wild and Aged Sheng Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique \u003cem\u003esheng\u003c\/em\u003e pu-erh tea was first acquired by us in 2014–2015 and stored under carefully controlled dry conditions for the past 8 years. Even after two decades since its harvest, this 2003 tea retains a greenish character in both color and flavor, offering an experience distinct from typical aged \u003cem\u003esheng\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCharacteristics of Ye Sheng Da Ye Bing N1 2003\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Appearance and Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves are rugged and untamed, with a mix of sizes, including large leaves, yellow \u003cem\u003ehuang pian\u003c\/em\u003e, and twigs. This wild and varied appearance speaks to the tea’s origin from untamed trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry leaves carry aged aromas of leather, wood, mushrooms, and incense. When infused, these aromas intensify, revealing a unique acidity uncommon in aged \u003cem\u003esheng\u003c\/em\u003e, alongside subtle sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea’s flavor mirrors its wild character. Typical aged \u003cem\u003esheng\u003c\/em\u003e notes of leather, wood, and mushrooms are present, but the tea also exhibits vegetal undertones of parsley and cabbage, along with hints of straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brew is medium in strength with a thick, cloudy texture and a rough consistency. Sweetness dominates the taste, balanced by a noticeable acidity and minimal bitterness or astringency. This acidity sets it apart, creating an intriguing and unconventional flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTea Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China, Yunnan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry storage since 2014–2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wild growing trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Brewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteep Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse\u003c\/strong\u003e (see note below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Infusion: 1.5 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecond Infusion: 2 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThird Infusion: 3 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Brewing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTea:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse\u003c\/strong\u003e (see note below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Infusion: 20 seconds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubsequent Infusions: Add 15 seconds to each infusion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRinse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Before brewing aged teas, perform a quick rinse. Pour hot water (96°C) over the leaves, allow them to steep for a few seconds, and discard the liquid. This helps to awaken the leaves and prepare them for brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Ye Sheng Da Ye Bing N1 2003?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYe Sheng Da Ye Bing N1 2003 is a tea that showcases the rugged charm of wild-growing trees and the nuances of careful aging. Its bold combination of aged \u003cem\u003esheng\u003c\/em\u003e notes, unexpected vegetal tones, and distinctive acidity makes it an adventurous choice for tea enthusiasts. 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