Old tea head is a subcategory of Pu'er tea. It consists of clumps that form during the fermentation process of Pu'er tea, appearing as lumpy masses. This type of tea is produced through artificial pile fermentation. When brewed, the tea soup is stronger and very resistant to multiple infusions.

Characteristics of old tea head: It has a mellow, smooth taste, is highly durable through infusions, and is a top choice among ripe Pu'er teas. The tea soup is smooth on the palate, full-bodied, with a rich, translucent red hue, without any thin or watery sensation. The aged aroma gradually fills the mouth upon sipping, feeling particularly smooth as it reaches the throat. Old tea head is extremely durable through infusions, offering high sweetness and brightness, improving with each brew, and leaving a pleasant aftertaste with a sweet, refreshing finish.