{"product_id":"1998-ancient-tree-jingmai-shou-puerh","title":"1998 Ancient Tree Jingmai Shou Puerh","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJingmai Mountain (景迈山)\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Yunnan's most celebrated \u003cstrong\u003eancient puerh regions\u003c\/strong\u003e, famous for its old tea trees growing within the surrounding forest rather than in uniform modern plantations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e1998 Jingmai Shou Puerh\u003c\/strong\u003e brings together that ancient-tree material with \u003cstrong\u003enearly three decades of aging.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all ripe Pu'er, the tea first undergoes \u003cstrong\u003e渥堆 (wòduī)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the controlled wet-piling fermentation process that transforms the fresh leaves into the dark, mellow, rich character associated with shou Pu'er. But the transformation doesn't stop there. With decades of proper aging, the sharper fermentation character gradually settles, giving way to deeper aged aromas, greater smoothness, and a more integrated character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd this tea is wonderfully distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup opens with \u003cstrong\u003esweet rice and barley-like nuttiness\u003c\/strong\u003e, followed by subtle mineral accents and an unexpected hint of \u003cstrong\u003ecoriander\u003c\/strong\u003e that adds remarkable complexity. The texture is especially satisfying—\u003cstrong\u003esilky, rich, and gently oily\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a soothing mouthfeel and the unmistakable depth we love from old-tree material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere's a quiet, mature quality to this tea. Nothing feels aggressive or heavy. Instead, the flavors are deeply integrated, the sweetness is mellow, and the aged character gives the tea a calm, grounded feeling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Tea With a Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring Leo's sourcing trip through Jingmai, one of his traveling companions became unwell. The locals repeatedly recommended this tea, and ended up being very soothing and helpful during that time. This is a tea Leo wouldn't have come across if it wasn't for this particularly well timed misfortune, and has quickly become a favorite amongst shou drinkers at the shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrewing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, we recommend brewing this tea \u003cstrong\u003estrong, Gongfu style\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVessel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90 ml teapot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 205-206°F (96-97°C)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the tea to the gaiwan and perform a quick rinse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst infusion: \u003cstrong\u003e60–90 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubsequent infusions: \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e, adjusting to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also boil this tea in a glass electric tea kettle for 15-20 minutes for a much richer expression that leans more creamy. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: Jingmai, Yunnan, China\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes: Sweet Rice, Barley, Mineral, Corriander  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"1-oz Sample","offer_id":50396196405491,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":50396196438259,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz","offer_id":50396196471027,"sku":null,"price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":50396196503795,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 oz","offer_id":50396196536563,"sku":null,"price":201.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/1998-ancient-tree-jingmai-shou-puerh-9793031.jpg?v=1787598017","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/1998-ancient-tree-jingmai-shou-puerh","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}