Pu Erh Tea
Pu Erh tea, named after the city of Pu Erh in the Chinese province of Yunnan, is a general term for all post-fermented teas from the region, some of which come from centuries-old tea trees. The tea leaves undergo a fermentation process with microorganisms, and, similar to fine wine, many Pu Erh teas benefit from a longer maturation period. In addition to classic Sheng Pu Erh (green, slowly matured) and Shou Pu Erh (black, quickly matured) tea, it is also worth exploring rare regional specialities such as Liu Bao, Furong Shan Hei Cha, or Japanese Goishicha.
Sheng Pu Erh Loose Leaf - Maocha
For some of our young Sheng Pu Erh teas, we keep limited quantities of Maocha (毛茶) in reserve. Maocha, meaning “raw tea”, refers to the pre-processed but still unpressed leaves of Pu Erh. While it doesn’t possess the same ageing potential as the pressed cakes, these delicate, intact leaves offer a more accessible, immediate Pu Erh experience which is comparatively milder in taste.
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Premium 92 P.
Xiaohusai, Lincang, Yunnan
€11.9025g
€476.00 / 1kg
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Premium 93 P.
Yunxian, Lincang, Yunnan
€8.9025g
€356.00 / 1kg
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Premium 94 P.
Yunxian, Lincang, Yunnan
€11.9025g
€476.00 / 1kg
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Super Premium 95 P.
Yiwu, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
€14.9025g
€596.00 / 1kg
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Super Premium 95 P.
Ban Zhang, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
€17.9025g
€716.00 / 1kg
Sheng Pu Erh cakes from Xishuangbanna
Xishuangbanna is a prefecture in the south of Yunnan, bordering Myanmar and Laos, which is widely regarded as the most significant Pu Erh region of all. This reputation is due to Xishuangbanna’s long-standing tea history, as well as its numerous tea mountains, which have earned a "legendary" status among tea connoisseurs. Particularly notable are the regions around Yi Wu (易武), Nan Nuo (南糯), Bu Lang (布朗), and Ban Zhang (班章), from which we offer high-quality cakes from various vintages.
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Super Premium 95 P.
Yiwu, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
€17.90€596.67 / 1kg
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Super Premium 95 P.
Banzhang, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
From €20.90€696.67 / 1kg
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Super Premium 96 P.
Ban Zhang Mtn., Yunnan
From €21.90€876.00 / 1kg
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Super Premium 96 P.
Bu Lang Mtn., Yunnan
From €18.90€1,260.00 / 1kg
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Imperial Grade 99 P.
Yiwu, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
From €35.90€1,795.00 / 1kg
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Imperial Grade 99 P.
Banzhang, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan
From €39.90€3,990.00 / 1kg
Sheng Pu Erh Cakes from Lincang
Lincang is located in the southwestern part of Yunnan, with its western fringes merging directly into the monumental Himalayan mountain range. Some of the oldest tea trees in the world are found here, with some dated by scientists to be well over 1,000 years old. Alongside an excellent entry-level Sheng Pu Erh, we offer premium Gushu ("ancient tree") Pu Erh from the renowned regions of Ba Nuo (壩糯), Xiao Hu Sai (小戶賽), Yun Xian (雲縣), and a rare so-called Danzhu from Na Jiao (那焦), whose leaves are harvested exclusively from a single tree.
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Premium 92 P.
Xiaohusai, Lincang, Yunnan
From €14.90€496.67 / 1kg
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Premium 93 P.
Yunxian, Lincang, Yunnan
From €9.90€330.00 / 1kg
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Premium 94 P.
Bangdong, Lincang, Yunnan
€22.9050g
€458.00 / 1kg
Sheng Pu Erh Cakes from Pu Erh
The region, home to the former Pu Erh tea trading capital (formerly known as Simao), is located in the southern central part of Yunnan. Due to its large number of smaller, somewhat lesser-known cultivation areas, it is also referred to as the "heart of Pu Erh tea production". Particularly notable is the region around the highly renowned tea mountain Jingmai (景迈), whose diverse, distinctively floral and sweet Pu Erh has recently attracted a growing number of enthusiasts.
Loose Leaf Shou Pu Erh
High-quality Shou Pu Erh as loose leaf, unpressed tea. We offer two classic Shou teas with an earthy-sweet, milky taste from an organic farm on Wuliang Mountain – the perfect introduction to the genre. Additionally, we have a high-quality organic Shou Pu Erh from Lincang, grown at altitudes above 1800m, exceptionally pure and mild in flavour. Lao Cha Tou is a speciality which consists of small naturally-formed tea nuggets from ancient trees (Gushu), and is particularly sweet and creamy in taste.
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Everyday 89 P.
Wuliang Mountains, Yunnan
€12.90100g
€129.00 / 1kg
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Premium 91 P.
Wuliang Mtn., Yunnan
€16.50100g
€165.00 / 1kg
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Shou Pu Erh from Jingmai
The Jingmai region, with its vast expanses of centuries-old tea trees, is considered one of the finest Pu Erh terroirs in all of China. Teas from this area are renowned for their sweet, floral aromas, which beautifully complement and refine the earthy, peaty notes found in our Shou Pu Erh.
Shou Pu Erh from Bulang & Ban Zhang
Located near the border with Myanmar, the Bulang Shan terroir, home to the famous Ban Zhang, is among the most rugged and expressive Pu Erh regions, both in landscape and in flavour. Our Shou Pu Erh teas from this area display remarkable aromatic complexity, ranging from classic earthy cacao notes to unexpected hints of fruit and flavoursome pepper.
Shou Pu Erh from Bangwei
The region surrounding Bangwei Shan lies not far from the city of Pu Erh itself and unlike other terroirs, it is not located in the far south of Yunnan. Our Shou Pu Erh comes from Gushu forests, harvested from trees over 100 years old. This refined, upper-middle-grade tea offers a velvety, full-bodied texture, earthy fermentation notes, and a flavoursome touch of caramel.
Pressed tea bars
Our tea bars are made of pressed tea, divided into 16 blocks of 6 grams each. In compressed form, the teas not only continue to mature optimally, but are especially convenient for on the go – compact, easy to portion, and perfect for travelling.
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Super Premium 95 P.
Bangdong, Yunnan, China
€23.90100g
€239.00 / 1kg
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Premium 93 P.
Baoshan, Yunnan
€39.90250g
€159.60 / 1kg
Anhua Hei Cha
A rare, pressed and post-fermented dark tea (Chinese Heicha 黑茶) from Anhua, China, grown in pristine natural conditions on the slopes of Furong Mountain. A true rarity from pesticide-free cultivation.
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Imperial Grade 99 P.
Mt. Furong, Anhua
€28.9040g
€722.50 / 1kg
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Imperial Grade 99 P.
Mt. Furong, Anhua
€34.9040g
€872.50 / 1kg
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Imperial Grade 100 P.
Mt. Furong, Anhua
€55.9020g
€2,795.00 / 1kg
Liu Bao Cha
Liu Bao Cha is a post-fermented tea speciality from the Chinese province of Guangxi. It is known for its very dark infusion and earthy aroma, which, particularly in well-aged teas, evokes the scent of antique wine cellars. Our Liu Bao Cha teas are traditionally aged for many years in bamboo baskets, following time-honoured methods that bring out their distinctive depth and character.
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Super Premium 96 P.
Liu Bao Town, Guangxi
€26.90100g
€269.00 / 1kg
Hakkōcha Tea
Fermented teas (Hakkōcha 発酵茶) from Japan are an absolute rarity, with their fame being largely confined to their specific growing regions even within Japan. This Goishicha offers a completely new tasting experience, surprising even seasoned connoisseurs of fermented teas with its tangy, fruity notes and forest-like fermentation aromas.
