{"product_id":"2008-palace-pu-erh-king-ripe-tea-premium-grade-leaves","title":"2008 Palace Pu-erh King – Ripe Tea (Premium Grade Leaves)","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"41\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"45\" data-end=\"104\"\u003eProduct Description: 2008 Palace Pu-erh King (Ripe Tea)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"626\"\u003eThis tea strictly follows the traditional Pu-erh crafting methods once used in the Qing Dynasty imperial court. It is meticulously made from top-grade tea buds harvested in 2008 from the Menghai tea region—featuring an exceptional one bud to one leaf ratio (≥90%). The raw material represents the \"golden ratio\" of ripe Pu-erh. Over 30,000 buds are selected to produce just 500g of finished tea. Even after wet-piling fermentation, the golden tips remain intact, showcasing a true benchmark of premium-grade ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"647\"\u003eDry Leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"650\"\u003eThe cake surface is densely covered with golden buds, resembling a star-studded sky. The leaves shine with a reddish-brown, lustrous glow. Compression is perfectly balanced—not too tight, not too loose—with naturally layered edges. A gentle sniff reveals aged sandalwood and subtle lotus blossom aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"976\"\u003eLiquor Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"979\"\u003eA brilliant carnelian red with a glass-like luster. As infusions progress, the hue transitions from deep crimson to amber gold. Seventeen years of dry storage aging have endowed the tea soup with a unique “golden ring” effect in the cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eInfusions 1–3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky texture glides across the tongue, warmth spreads from mouth to stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eInfusions 4–6:\u003c\/strong\u003e A burst of creamy thickness reminiscent of rice broth; lingering sweetness emerges on the tongue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1491\"\u003eAfter 7 infusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aftertaste remains smooth and pleasantly sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1548\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1550\" data-end=\"1565\"\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1568\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1591\"\u003eBuds Transformed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Palace-grade buds are difficult to ferment well—this batch retains full vitality and integrity.\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1716\"\u003eTime-Honored Rarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2008 vintage captures the unique \"Menghai Yun\" character, shaped by exceptional weather conditions—unreplicable with modern methods.\u003cbr data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003e✓ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eHealth Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tested polysaccharide content reaches 9.8mg\/g—\u003cstrong data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1936\"\u003e3 times\u003c\/strong\u003e higher than average ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2146\"\u003e“In the royal gardens of old,\u003cbr data-start=\"2007\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003ea cup of this crimson brew deserved to be served\u003cbr data-start=\"2060\" data-end=\"2063\"\u003ein Jian ware black-glazed bowls,\u003cbr data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003eto match the elegance that transcends time.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"china-shc","offers":[{"title":"8g","offer_id":44332178964617,"sku":"SHC-PRSHUC-002","price":3.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"357g","offer_id":44332178997385,"sku":"SHC-PRSHUC-001","price":230.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3270\/3113\/files\/DSC09445.jpg?v=1750391752","url":"https:\/\/shc-tea.com\/de\/products\/2008-palace-pu-erh-king-ripe-tea-premium-grade-leaves","provider":"shc-tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}