Zhengqitang ancient tree Tea is typical of high altitude areas, with an average altitude of around 1,900 to 2,000 meters. The tea trees are in the form of climbing vines, and their most distinctive feature is a unique aroma. The body of the tea is imbued with a strong, masculine quality; the aroma is potent, the taste robust, and the mouthfeel rich and full. The sweetness is substantial and the tea's energy powerful, long-lasting, and profound.

Zhengqitang Ancient Tea Trees

Many tea trees were planted by the Lahu people when they lived in Zhengqitang, and dozens of acres of these trees remain today, with trunks thicker than a large bowl. After the Lahu people moved away from Zhengqitang in 1903, Han Chinese settled in and continued planting tea trees.

Zhengqitang has a pristine natural environment free of pollution and is one of the representatives of teas from the eastern half of Mengku Mountain, as well as a Village with a significant number of ancient tea trees still standing. As early as the Ming dynasty, the teas from the eastern half of Mengku Mountain were already famous far and wide, with many tea merchants coming every year to purchase this renowned high-quality tea. The large-leaf tea of Mengku was hailed by experts as “the hero among large-leaf varieties,” known for its masculine vigor, and the tea from Zhengqitang is a prime example of this.

Taste of the Zhengqitang Ancient Tree Tea

1. Dry Leaves

The dry leaves of Zhengqitang are plump and distinct, with a dark lustrous color and numerous full buds.

2. Flavor

Zhengqitang tea exudes a masculine charm that is refreshing and invigorating. It is rich and robust, with a prominent aroma, and the texture of the tea water is bold and elegant. The tea's energy is direct and powerful, capable of directly stirring the soul.

When brewed, the tea soup is golden and clear, filled with a strong, masculine essence, a rich aroma, noticeable aftertaste, a full-bodied flavor, a rich mouthfeel, and a long-lasting resonance.

3. Mid-Palate

There is no astringency upon first sip, the tea soup is golden and clear, with a striking presence and a noticeable aroma. The tea broth is thick and smooth, with a continuous flow of saliva, leaving a refreshing sensation in the throat.

The tea's energy flows between the lips and teeth, the aftertaste deep and enduring, the returning sweetness unceasing, the salivation continuous. After three infusions, the tea is incredibly mellow and soothing throughout the body, as if wandering in the clouds!

4. Final Infusion

In the final infusion, the tea soup becomes purely sweet, with an unchanged aroma and a noticeable wild character in the throat, accompanied by slight perspiration on the back!

5. Leaf Base

The leaf base is supple, lively, and vivid, with clear veins and many buds, carrying a fruity wood aroma.

Characteristics of Zhengqitang Ancient Tree Tea

The ancient domain of Zhengqitang has a unique aroma, a robust and masculine body, a potent and prominent aroma, a thick and full-bodied taste, and a rich, sweet quality. Its energy is strong, its resonance long-lasting, its depth profound, and its returning sweetness unending, making it one of the best choices for collectors and enthusiasts alike.