{"product_id":"2008-gongting-loose-leaf-ripe-pu-erh-tea-17-years-aged-in-dry-storage-premium-bud-selection-imperial-grade-benchmark","title":"2008 Gongting Loose Leaf Ripe Pu-erh Tea｜17 Years Aged in Dry Storage · Premium Bud Selection · Imperial-Grade Benchmark","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"70\" data-end=\"144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"74\" data-end=\"142\"\u003e2008 Imperial-Grade Loose Ripe Pu-erh Tea · \"Golden Bud Essence\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"190\"\u003e— 16 Years of Dry Storage Aged Elegance —\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"581\"\u003eCrafted in strict adherence to the imperial tribute tea standards of the Qing dynasty, this rare 2008 loose-leaf Pu-erh from Menghai’s core production zone features over 95% one-bud-one-leaf picks, with more than 40% golden buds. Naturally fermented and aged for 16 years in a professional dry warehouse, it has transformed into a tea antique ready to drink — a golden drop in every steep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"603\"\u003eLeaf Appearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eOver 90% intact buds. A rich reddish-brown base speckled with shimmering golden \"tea crystals\" (natural aging condensate). Produces a soft crackling sound when scooped — a sign of high bud density and excellent aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1002\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eLiquor Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"845\"\u003eBurgundy red, bright and clear. Under backlight, golden hairs float like dust in wine. The hue transitions from ruby to sunset orange over successive steeps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eTaste Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1025\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eTop Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety smooth coating across the tongue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1085\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1102\"\u003eMid Palate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle bitterness balanced with emerging sweetness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1158\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lasting salivation, hinting at live enzymatic activity even after years of aging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1414\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eBody Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1269\"\u003eWithin three minutes, a gentle, warming sensation spreads throughout the body, lasting up to half an hour — a signature of well-aged ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1416\" data-end=\"1419\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1442\"\u003eWhy This Tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1447\" data-end=\"1478\"\u003eReady-to-Drink at Its Peak:\u003c\/strong\u003e Loose-leaf form accelerates aging by 30%, no need for awakening – just brew and enjoy\u003cbr data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eHealth-Promoting Properties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lab-tested gallic acid content reaches 2.1%, offering over \u003cstrong data-start=\"1661\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e5x\u003c\/strong\u003e the antioxidant capacity of fresh Pu-erh\u003cbr data-start=\"1708\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eAged to Perfection:\u003c\/strong\u003e A collector's vintage transformed into an everyday luxury\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1796\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eTea Reflection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1822\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1952\"\u003e\"From the imperial court to your teacup — this is not just Pu-erh, it is time crystallized into velvet warmth and golden light.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"china-shc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44332305514633,"sku":"SHC-PRSHUC-005","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3270\/3113\/files\/IMG_1137.jpg?v=1750394449","url":"https:\/\/shc-tea.com\/de\/products\/2008-gongting-loose-leaf-ripe-pu-erh-tea-17-years-aged-in-dry-storage-premium-bud-selection-imperial-grade-benchmark","provider":"shc-tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}