{"product_id":"2026-gua-feng-zhai-dashu-raw-puerh","title":"2026 Gua Feng Zhai DaShu Raw Puerh","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"relative basis-auto flex-col -mb-(--composer-overlap-px) [--composer-overlap-px:28px] grow flex\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-69b82e3a-5550-8325-a0aa-33d4beeb7a84-10\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-24\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"116c6ebd-3146-4aa0-ba55-4c513ea572aa\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea comes from \u003cstrong\u003eGua Feng Zhai (刮风寨)\u003c\/strong\u003e—one of the most sought-after villages in Yiwu, Yunnan. Tucked deep inside the forests near the Laos border, it's famous for producing some of \u003cstrong\u003eYiwu's most wild and expressive raw puerh. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven today, many of the best tea gardens can only be reached after a \u003cstrong\u003efour- to five-hour hike through the mountains,\u003c\/strong\u003e which is one reason authentic Gua Feng Zhai tea remains so limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea trees grow between \u003cstrong\u003e1,200–1,700 meters\u003c\/strong\u003e in elevation among dense subtropical forests, surrounded by towering native trees, rich forest humus, mountain streams, and frequent mist. Rather than growing in neat plantation rows, the trees are scattered naturally throughout the forest. The filtered sunlight and \u003cstrong\u003eslow-growing environment \u003c\/strong\u003eallow the leaves to\u003cstrong\u003e develop remarkable sweetness, layered aromatics, \u003c\/strong\u003eand\u003cstrong\u003e the unmistakable \"mountain character\"\u003c\/strong\u003e that Gua Feng Zhai is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is made from \u003cstrong\u003eDa Shu (大树)\u003c\/strong\u003e material. While not quite as old as Gushu (ancient tree) tea, Da Shu comes from \u003cstrong\u003emature, established tea trees \u003c\/strong\u003ethat produce a noticeably \u003cstrong\u003ethicker body, deeper sweetness, more complex aromatics, \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003ebetter endurance\u003c\/strong\u003e than younger plantation bushes. Many tea lovers consider it the \u003cstrong\u003eperfect balance between exceptional quality and value.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGua Feng Zhai has become famous for\u003cstrong\u003e combining Yiwu's signature softness with a wild forest energy\u003c\/strong\u003e that's hard to find anywhere else, often described as \u003cstrong\u003e\"gentle on the surface, powerful underneath.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma opens with \u003cstrong\u003efresh bamboo, ginkgo nut\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003esoft wild woodiness\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the cup, you'll find notes of \u003cstrong\u003efresh hay, bamboo shoots\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a subtle \u003cstrong\u003elotus leaf-like sweetness,\u003c\/strong\u003e lifted by hints of \u003cstrong\u003elemon zest\u003c\/strong\u003e. A refreshing \u003cstrong\u003ementhol-like cooling sensation\u003c\/strong\u003e appears almost immediately, while the finish slowly unfolds into \u003cstrong\u003elingering floral and herbal sweetness \u003c\/strong\u003ethat stays with you long after each sip. The texture is \u003cstrong\u003esilky and soft\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003eenough body to feel deeply satisfying\u003c\/strong\u003e without ever becoming heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGua Feng Zhai is also \u003cstrong\u003eone of Yiwu's most celebrated teas for aging\u003c\/strong\u003e. As the years pass, its sweetness deepens, fruit and honey notes develop, and its forest character grows increasingly complex. Even though the village has produced exceptional tea for generations, it only became widely known in the late 2000s because of how remote it is. Today, genuine Gua Feng Zhai remains one of the most sought-after and limited teas in Yiwu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the kind of raw puerh that rewards patience. It's delicate enough to appreciate every subtle layer, yet complex enough that each infusion reveals something new. After a rich meal—especially dim sum—it makes an incredibly satisfying palate cleanser, leaving behind a refreshing sweetness that keeps you reaching for the next cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGongfu Brewing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the best experience, brew \u003cstrong\u003e5g\u003c\/strong\u003e of tea in a \u003cstrong\u003e90–100ml gaiwan or small teapot\u003c\/strong\u003e using \u003cstrong\u003e204°F (96°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e water. Give the leaves a quick rinse, then steep the first infusion for \u003cstrong\u003e9–10 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e. For the following infusions, steep for about \u003cstrong\u003e2 seconds\u003c\/strong\u003e each. After the \u003cstrong\u003e10th infusion\u003c\/strong\u003e, gradually increase the steep time by a few seconds with each round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf the later infusions begin to soften, try filling the gaiwan only halfway and steeping a little longer. With careful brewing, this tea will comfortably produce \u003cstrong\u003eup to 20 infusions\u003c\/strong\u003e, each revealing \u003cstrong\u003enew layers of sweetness, cooling freshness, and forest energy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"sticky bottom-0 group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate z-10 w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent print:hidden content-fade single-line flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 mb-[var(--thread-component-gap,1rem)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-auto relative z-1 flex h-(--composer-container-height,100%) max-w-full flex-(--composer-container-flex,1) flex-col\"\u003e\u003cform class=\"group\/composer w-full\" data-type=\"unified-composer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"hidden\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-token-bg-primary corner-superellipse\/1.1 cursor-text overflow-clip bg-clip-padding p-2.5 contain-inline-size motion-safe:transition-colors motion-safe:duration-200 motion-safe:ease-in-out dark:bg-[#303030] grid grid-cols-[auto_1fr_auto] [grid-template-areas:'header_header_header'_'leading_primary_trailing'_'._footer_.'] group-data-expanded\/composer:[grid-template-areas:'header_header_header'_'primary_primary_primary'_'leading_footer_trailing'] shadow-short-composer\" data-composer-surface=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"-my-2.5 flex min-h-14 items-center overflow-x-hidden px-1.5 [grid-area:primary] group-data-expanded\/composer:mb-0 group-data-expanded\/composer:px-2.5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wcDTda_prosemirror-parent text-token-text-primary max-h-[max(30svh,5rem)] max-h-52 min-h-[var(--deep-research-composer-extra-height,unset)] flex-1 overflow-auto [scrollbar-width:thin] default-browser vertical-scroll-fade-mask\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv translate=\"no\" class=\"ProseMirror\" id=\"prompt-textarea\" data-virtualkeyboard=\"true\" role=\"textbox\" aria-multiline=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes: Young Bamboo, Ginko Nuts, Lotus Leaf, Lemon Zest\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/form\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tea and Whisk","offers":[{"title":"1-oz sample","offer_id":49911647076595,"sku":null,"price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":49911647109363,"sku":null,"price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 oz","offer_id":49911647142131,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":49911647174899,"sku":null,"price":91.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 oz","offer_id":49911647207667,"sku":null,"price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0268\/9486\/0322\/files\/9F7962B4-0F1F-40FD-A7AE-543CF74219EB.jpg?v=1783982266","url":"https:\/\/teaandwhisk.com\/products\/2026-gua-feng-zhai-dashu-raw-puerh","provider":"Tea and Whisk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}