Why are some Pu-erh ripe tea cakes pressed loosely and some tightly?
Pu-erh ripe tea cakes vary in compression—some are loosely pressed (for better appearance while others are tightly pressed (locally called 'iron-pressed' . The process involves compressing loose tea leaves into a cake shape, requiring leaves of sufficient length to hold the form. Raw Pu-erh tea, wi...
Tea News · Jun 17, 2025
Why is a Pu-erh tea cake not 356 grams or 358 grams?
Pu-erh tea, a beloved beverage from Yunnan, has gained national popularity due to its unique flavor and health benefits. One intriguing aspect is the standardized weight of its tea cakes, which are almost always 357 grams. This weight traces back to historical trade practices in ancient China, where...
Tea News · Jun 17, 2025
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