2005 Mengku Tea King Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake | #127

Sheng Pu-erh

This 2005 Mengku Tea King Tree raw pu-erh tea is produced from the famous Mengku tea region in Yunnan, an area known for producing elegant and complex pu-erh teas with both softness and strength.

Tea from the Tea King Tree (Cha Wang Shu) area is widely appreciated for expressing the classic characteristics of Mengku tea—smooth and gentle on the palate while carrying a deep, powerful mountain character. Carefully crafted and aged for nearly two decades, this tea has developed a refined balance of aroma, sweetness, and structure.

When brewed, the tea produces a clear light golden liquor with a lingering fragrance that remains in the cup long after each infusion. The aroma reveals a natural combination of honey sweetness, aged Chen fragrance, and subtle mountain floral notes, creating a rich and layered aromatic experience.

The flavor is smooth, sweet, and well-balanced, with very mild bitterness and light astringency. As the tea opens up, the astringency fades quickly and gives way to a refreshing returning sweetness that spreads across the palate. Saliva naturally develops along the sides of the mouth, while the throat experiences a gentle rising sweetness with a slight cooling sensation.

One of the most remarkable qualities of this tea is its distinct mountain energy, often described as a strong wild forest character. Beneath its smooth and delicate texture lies a powerful yet restrained tea strength that gradually reveals itself through multiple infusions.

The result is a tea that is both elegant and powerful, offering a deeply satisfying and harmonious pu-erh experience.

Tea Details

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

Origin
Mengku tea region, Yunnan

Year
2005

Tea Source
Tea King Tree (Cha Wang Shu) area

Tea Form
Compressed pu-erh tea cake

Leaf Material
Selected large-leaf pu-erh tea leaves

Flavor Profile

• Light golden tea liquor

• Natural honey sweetness

• Aged Chen fragrance

• Gentle floral aroma

• Smooth and refined mouthfeel

• Lingering sweetness and cooling throat sensation

• Distinct wild mountain character

The tea offers a balanced combination of softness, depth, and natural tea energy typical of classic Mengku pu-erh.

Brewing Guide

Tea Amount
5–7 grams

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

Brewing Method

1. Place tea leaves into a gaiwan or teapot

2. Rinse briefly with hot water

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

4. Increase steeping time gradually for later brews

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

Why You'll Love This Tea

• Authentic 2005 Mengku raw pu-erh tea

• Tea from the renowned Tea King Tree area

• Elegant balance of softness and strength

• Honey sweetness with aged aroma

• Smooth texture with long-lasting throat sweetness

A refined tea for those who appreciate the depth and character of classic aged raw pu-erh.