Nuo Zhu – 2017 Tibetan Tea

$20.00

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This 2017 Ya’an Tibetan Tea is a traditional fully fermented dark tea from western Sichuan, China. It offers a thick, smooth, and comforting tea experience with a mellow character and low bitterness. Rich in body and easy to drink, it is ideal for daily tea lovers, dark tea enthusiasts, and people who enjoy warming teas after meals. Traditionally consumed in Tibetan regions, this tea is also appreciated for supporting digestion and bringing a calm, balanced feeling to the body.

The aroma is soft, warm, and comforting. Notes of glutinous rice, bamboo leaf, jujube, and gentle fruit sweetness rise naturally from the cup. The tea liquor is thick, velvety, and smooth, with a texture similar to glutinous rice cake. Subtle black rice grain notes add depth and warmth. The finish is clean and balanced, with a light cooling sensation in the mouth and a long-lasting pleasant sweetness.

This tea is crafted using traditional Tibetan tea fermentation and aging methods developed in Ya’an over centuries. The leaves undergo deep fermentation and careful processing to create a smooth and integrated flavor profile. Time-honored dark tea craftsmanship gives the tea its mellow texture, warming character, and stable tea energy. Slow aging further softens the liquor and enhances the layered aroma.

Easy Mug Brew

Use a tea-to-water ratio of 1:100. 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 1:25. 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 1:200. 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.