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Our founder journeys deep into Yunnan’s Bu Lang Mountains to source Legacy Lao Ban Zhang, the king of raw Pu Erh tea. Explore the trees, the village, and the tradition that make this ancient leaf so powerful and rare.
Gushu Pu Erh tea, harvested from ancient trees in Yunnan, offers deep flavor and powerful Cha Qi, unlike anything from younger, plantation-grown trees. Explore how tree age impacts taste, energy, and the true soul of your tea.
Mass-market tea may be everywhere, but it often comes at the cost of freshness and flavor. In this guide, we reveal what commercial grade tea really means — and how to spot the difference between low-grade blends and true artisan loose-leaf tea worth steeping.
Our founder journeys deep into Yunnan’s Bu Lang Mountains to source Legacy Lao Ban Zhang, the king of raw Pu Erh tea. Explore the trees, the village, and the tradition that make this ancient leaf so powerful and rare.
Gushu Pu Erh tea, harvested from ancient trees in Yunnan, offers deep flavor and powerful Cha Qi, unlike anything from younger, plantation-grown trees. Explore how tree age impacts taste, energy, and the true soul of your tea.
Mass-market tea may be everywhere, but it often comes at the cost of freshness and flavor. In this guide, we reveal what commercial grade tea really means — and how to spot the difference between low-grade blends and true artisan loose-leaf tea worth steeping.
RUCHU 2018 Lincang Ancient Tree Aged Ripe Pu Erh with Sweet Glutinous Aroma - Compressed Mini Tea 7g Each
Gentle and inviting, Ruchu ("如初") means "as it first was" — capturing the warmth of a familiar, daily cup. This 2018 ripe Pu’erh is made from Lincang-region old tree material, naturally fermented and stone-pressed in 2025 into 7g mini tea cake. Each cake is individually packed in aluminum foil sachets for freshness and ease of use.
With a smooth, mellow liquor and notes of sticky rice sweetness and soft grain, this tea is a perfect entry point into the world of Pu Erh. Its calm Cha Qi and easy drinkability make it ideal for both new tea drinkers and seasoned Pu Erh lovers looking for a dependable daily brew.
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