Gui Wei – 2008 Aged Liubao Tea

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Harvested in spring from local old-style Yuanzhong cultivar trees in Liubao Town, Guangxi, Gui Wei 2008 Liubao Tea offers a smooth and comforting drinking experience with a rich body and low bitterness. Naturally aged in clean, dry storage since 2008, it has developed a mellow and refined character well suited to aged tea lovers, daily drinking, and collectors who appreciate traditional Liubao tea.

Warm, deep, and layered aromas of beans, roasted nuts, milk, aged wood, and soft dried fruit gradually unfold in the cup. The liquor is thick, smooth, and glutinous, with a comforting rice-soup-like texture. Rich and mellow on the palate, it leaves lasting sweetness and a clean, lingering finish. When simmered, the texture becomes even silkier and more satisfying.

Traditional Liubao craftsmanship and long-term natural aging shape Gui Wei’s distinctive character. Carefully selected high-mountain spring leaves undergo traditional Liubao processing before being stored slowly in a dry warehouse. Years of careful storage allow the tea to develop a pure, clean aroma and deep complexity without unwanted storage odors, resulting in a smooth, mature profile with a refined aged character.

Easy Mug Brew

Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:150. Put the leaves directly into a mug, add boiling water, and steep for 5 to 7 minutes. When about one-third of the tea remains, refill with boiling water to continue brewing.

Traditional Gongfu Style

Pre-warm the gaiwan or Yixing teapot. Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:35. Brew with water at 100°C (212°F). For the first two infusions, steep for about 10 seconds each. Gradually increase the steeping time with each additional infusion. Pour the tea liquor completely out after each brew.

Thermal Steeping

Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:250. Pour boiling water into a ceramic-lined insulated flask or teapot. Close the lid and let it steep for 1 to 2 hours before drinking. When about one-third of the tea remains, refill with boiling water to continue brewing and enjoying.