Aged Pu'er Tea is known for its ability to cool heat, relieve summer heat, detoxify, aid digestion, reduce greasiness, promote diuresis, relieve constipation, expel phlegm, treat colds, quench thirst, invigorate the body, prolong life, and more. Regular consumption can help with weight loss, digestion improvement, lowering lipids, anti-aging, balancing and inhibiting cholesterol levels.

Benefits of Aged Raw Pu'er Tea

1. Cooling and Heat Relief

Raw Pu'er tea is rich in Caffeine, tea polyphenols, and catechins, giving it a strong, bitter taste and a potent stimulating effect. Drinking it during summer or when experiencing internal heat can help cool the body, relieve heat and dryness, quench thirst, and refresh the mind.

2. Promotes Digestion

Raw Pu'er tea effectively aids digestion and regulates qi. Drinking it at an appropriate concentration can improve digestion, alleviate bloating, and help those who frequently consume fatty or oily foods by reducing greasiness and promoting bowel movements, thus aiding digestion and facilitating urination.

3. Antioxidant Properties

Raw Pu'er tea is abundant in tea polyphenols, vitamins, amino acids, and various trace elements, which are effective in eliminating free radicals, softening internal organs, and combating aging. Moderate consumption can provide antioxidant and anti-aging benefits.

4. Fat Reduction

Theaflavins in Pu'er tea can inhibit the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines, effectively reducing plasma cholesterol levels. Additionally, they can inhibit the activity of fatty acid synthase, hindering fat synthesis while also promoting fat breakdown and excretion.

5. Boosts Immunity

Drinking Tea can increase the number of white blood cells and lymphocytes in the blood, enhancing blood immunity. Moreover, drinking tea can increase the number of beneficial bacteria (such as bifidobacteria) in the gut while reducing harmful bacteria, thereby improving gut immunity.

Is Aged Raw Pu'er Tea Cold-Natured?

Aged Pu'er tea is neither hot nor cold in nature; therefore, it cannot be described as cold-natured. It is not hot and does not produce excessive stimulation. Aged Pu'er is considered neutral.

Fresh teas within ten years are slightly cold-natured and have a stronger stimulating effect compared to other teas of the same vintage, such as White Tea. They are refreshing and sustainably invigorating but should be consumed cautiously by those with weak digestive systems. They are better suited for spring and summer consumption. Aged teas are mild in nature, with some having a slight warmth, making them suitable for general consumption throughout the year.

How Long Should Raw Pu'er Tea Age?

Raw Pu'er tea ages best after 12-15 years. The longer it is stored, the better its flavor becomes, hence the saying that Pu'er tea improves with age. When storing it, it is recommended to drink it once it reaches its optimal drinking period to avoid a decline in quality. When brewing raw Pu'er tea, it's suggested to first steep it for a while before brewing. However, although the longer the storage time, the better the quality, there is still a limit to how long it can be stored. If it is not consumed at its optimal storage time and instead continues to be stored, the quality of the Pu'er tea may decline, affecting its taste and aroma.

In addition, when brewing raw Pu'er tea, it is best to use boiling water. For aged teas, it is recommended to steep them for a while first, which can effectively release the nutrients contained in the Pu'er tea, improving both its aroma and taste.