1999 Mengku Bingdao “Horse Head” Raw Pu-erh Tea Brick | #121

Collector Grade Sheng Pu-erh 250g

This 1999 Mengku Bingdao “Horse Head” Raw Pu-erh Tea Brick is a high-end custom pu-erh tea crafted for collectors and serious tea enthusiasts. Produced using carefully selected tea leaves from the renowned Bingdao tea area in the Mengku region, this tea represents the elegance and strength characteristic of premium mountain pu-erh.

The tea originates from the celebrated tea-growing region of Mengku within Yunnan. Bingdao teas from this region are known for their natural sweetness, layered aroma, and refined tea energy.

This tea is pressed into a traditional pu-erh tea brick, weighing 250 grams per piece. Designed as a collector-grade custom tea, it reflects a careful balance between high-quality leaf material, aging potential, and elegant flavor development.

When brewed, the tea reveals a bright and full-bodied liquor with remarkable depth and structure. The first sip delivers a pronounced sweetness, followed by a lingering sweetness that spreads across the tongue and palate.

As the tea unfolds, the aroma becomes more expressive. Fragrance rises through the mid and upper palate, filling the mouth with layered aromatic complexity. The tea offers a rich sensory experience with multiple flavor layers that evolve through each infusion.

The tea liquor carries a strong and vibrant tea energy, often described as powerful yet balanced. The aftertaste is long and persistent, leaving a satisfying sweetness and aroma that remains well after each sip.

Another notable quality of this tea is its excellent endurance during brewing. Even after many infusions, the tea continues to produce rich flavor, noticeable tea energy, and lingering sweetness.

This tea represents a high-quality vintage raw pu-erh, combining the elegance of Bingdao tea with the depth that comes from long-term aging.

Tea Details

Tea Type
Raw Pu-erh Tea (Sheng Pu-erh)

Origin
Mengku – Bingdao area, Yunnan

Year
1999

Tea Form
Compressed pu-erh tea brick

Weight
250g per brick

Grade
Collector-grade custom tea

Flavor Profile

• High natural sweetness

• Rich layered aroma

• Full-bodied tea liquor

• Strong and vibrant tea energy

• Long-lasting sweetness and aftertaste

• Excellent endurance across many infusions

This tea delivers the classic sweetness and elegance associated with Bingdao mountain pu-erh.

Brewing Guide

Tea Amount
5–7 grams

Water Temperature
95–100°C (203–212°F)

Brewing Method

1. Break a small portion from the tea brick

2. Place tea leaves into a gaiwan or teapot

3. Rinse briefly with hot water

4. Steep for 10–15 seconds for the first infusion

5. Increase steeping time gradually for later infusions

High-quality raw pu-erh tea can produce 10–15 infusions.

Why You'll Love This Tea

• Authentic 1999 vintage raw pu-erh

• Sourced from the famous Bingdao tea area

• Collector-grade custom tea production

• Rich sweetness with layered aroma

• Long-lasting tea energy and endurance

A refined and collectible pu-erh tea that captures the elegance and power of traditional Mengku mountain tea.