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The wet leaves between infusions enhance these aromas, evoking a sensory walk through nature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfusion\u003c\/strong\u003e: Strong and potent, with a bold \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCha Qi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e that invigorates the senses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA balance of \u003cstrong\u003epleasant fruity sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e, high bitterness, and subtle acidity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003ethick, cloudy, and creamy\u003c\/strong\u003e consistency adds to its robust character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayered aromas of \u003cstrong\u003esmoke, ash, incense, leather, wood\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ecamphor\u003c\/strong\u003e, complemented by notes of \u003cstrong\u003esmoked cheese\u003c\/strong\u003e and earthy mushrooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA surprising fruity undertone of \u003cstrong\u003epapaya, pineapple\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003emandarin\u003c\/strong\u003e, with mandarin shining through in the aftertaste for a refreshing, zesty finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighlight\u003c\/strong\u003e: The interplay between the smoky and fruity aromas is the star, creating a sophisticated and unforgettable tasting experience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\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-stored 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\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\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-to-Water Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e: 5g per 200ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSteeping Process\u003c\/strong\u003e:\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRinse\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pour hot water over the leaves and discard the liquid after a few seconds. This awakens the leaves and enhances flavor extraction.\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\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrewing Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robust nature of this Sheng allows for extended brewing times, unlocking deeper layers of flavor with each infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Ye Sheng Da Ye Bing N2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is a rare opportunity to experience the result of nearly two decades of aging. Its strong\u003cem\u003e Cha Qi\u003c\/em\u003e, multilayered flavor profile, and interplay of smoky and fruity aromas make it a remarkable choice for Sheng Pu-erh enthusiasts. 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