2022 Yibang Ripe Pu-erh Tea

Da Hei Shu (大黑熟, Big Black Ripe) is a premium ripe Pu-erh tea made from pure material harvested from ancient Yi Bang 倚邦 tea trees in spring 2022. As one of the most renowned small-leaf varietals, Yi Bang tea is rich in buds that, after careful fermentation, transform into beautiful golden tips. The tea is pressed into convenient chocolate-shaped blocks, each weighing about 5.5g—perfect for travel, work, or home brewing. Crafted by skilled fermentation masters, the process is exceptionally clean and precise, yielding a tea free from pile or storage odor. It offers delicate cosmetic powder aroma, osmanthus floral notes, and light fruit fragrance. The liquor is sweet, smooth, and full-bodied with a silky texture and cooling finish that lingers in the throat.

The mouthfeel is luxuriously smooth, almost gliding down the throat without the need to swallow, with a strong wrapping sensation and a rich, honey-like sweetness. The tea carries refined woody aromas typical of well-fermented ripe Pu-erh, along with the unique noble scent of Yi Bang. It is full of energy and salivation-inducing, leaving a lasting impression. Though freshly released from storage, its flavor is already well-developed. By the second infusion, notes of dried apricot, floral sweetness, and classic ripe Pu-erh aroma unfold. The leaf base is glossy, soft, and vibrant—evidence of excellent fermentation.

Da Hei Shu is a rare example of ripe Pu-erh made from pure ancient Yi Bang material. It breaks the conventional image of ripe Pu-erh by combining the elegance of small-leaf varietals with the depth and richness of aged tea. A true connoisseur's choice, this tea is a luxurious and unforgettable experience for Pu-erh lovers.