2003 Yiwu Big Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake | #106

Aged Shou Pu-erh 357g

This 2003 Yiwu Big Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake is crafted from carefully selected large-tree tea leaves sourced from the famous Yiwu tea region. Known for producing elegant and well-balanced pu-erh teas, Yiwu tea has long been respected among tea enthusiasts for its smooth character and aging potential.

The tea leaves are sourced from mature tea trees grown in the mountains of Yunnan and processed using traditional ripe pu-erh fermentation methods. The tea is made using uniform high-grade tea material throughout the cake, ensuring consistent flavor and quality from the outer layer to the center.

Fermented in the classic style associated with the tea-making traditions of the Menghai region, this tea reflects the rich and balanced character often referred to as the “Menghai-style ripe pu-erh flavor.”

When brewed, the tea produces a deep red and clear tea liquor with a smooth, glossy appearance. The aroma carries warm aged notes with a mellow sweetness that develops naturally through time.

The flavor is rich, thick, and comforting, delivering a smooth and rounded mouthfeel with excellent depth. The tea soup feels soft yet full-bodied, creating a satisfying drinking experience that becomes more enjoyable with each infusion.

The more this tea is brewed, the more its gentle sweetness and mellow character reveal themselves. The aftertaste is smooth and lingering, making it ideal for both daily drinking and long tea sessions.

With over two decades of aging, this tea represents a classic aged ripe pu-erh tea that is suitable for both drinking now and further storage.

Tea Details

Tea Type
Ripe Pu-erh Tea (Shou Pu-erh)

Year
2003

Origin
Yiwu tea region, Yunnan

Tea Material
Large tree pu-erh tea leaves

Tea Form
Compressed pu-erh tea cake

Weight
357g per cake

Flavor Profile

• Deep red and clear tea liquor

• Rich aged aroma

• Thick and smooth mouthfeel

• Balanced sweetness

• Mellow and comforting character

• Long smooth finish

This tea delivers the classic rich and smooth profile of well-aged ripe pu-erh tea.

Brewing Guide

Tea Amount
6–8 grams

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

Brewing Method

1. Break a portion from the tea cake

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. Gradually increase steeping time for later infusions

Ripe pu-erh tea can typically produce 8–12 infusions.

Why You'll Love This Tea

• Authentic aged 2003 ripe pu-erh tea

• Made from large tree tea material

• Rich and smooth Menghai-style flavor

• Excellent for both drinking and aging

• Thick, mellow, and satisfying tea liquor

A classic aged shou pu-erh tea perfect for daily enjoyment or tea collectors.