Raw Pu-erh Tea and Ripe Pu-erh Tea
Pu-erh tea is divided into two main categories: raw and ripe. Raw Pu-erh undergoes natural aging without artificial fermentation, featuring a refreshing aroma with grassy notes and a strong, bitter taste that transforms over time into a mellower flavor with aged characteristics. Ripe Pu-erh is produ...
Tea News · Sep 29, 2025
Must-Read for Tea Lovers | Is Raw Pu-erh Tea Better or Ripe Pu-erh Tea Better?
The debate over whether raw or ripe Pu-erh tea is better is common, but for beginners, it can be confusing. Raw Pu-erh undergoes minimal processing, offering a fresh, stimulating taste with floral or fruity notes, and is cooling in nature—ideal for younger drinkers or those seeking to reduce interna...
Tea News · Sep 23, 2025
Dong Yue Talks Tea: The Difference Between New and Aged Ripe Pu-erh Tea
This article explains the differences between new and aged ripe Pu-erh tea. Newly made ripe tea (1-5 years old is characterized by a strong 'wo dui' (fermentation pile aroma, often described as a fishy or seafood-like smell, and a noticeable 'water taste'. Its tea nature is considered 'hot' and ma...
Tea News · Sep 10, 2025
Dong Yue Talks Tea: How to Taste Ripe Pu-erh Tea?
This article provides a detailed guide on how to appreciate and evaluate ripe Pu-erh tea. It emphasizes the importance of cleanliness as the foremost quality due to the complex fermentation process. The key tasting points include thickness, smoothness, mellowness, sweetness, purity, and aroma. The a...
Tea News · Aug 28, 2025