Spring 2018 Yiwu Mahei Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea | Rich Full-bodied Smooth Taste - 357g
Experience the refined depth and gentle strength of Yiwu Pu-erh with this 2018 Spring Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea (Sheng Pu-erh) from the historic Mahei Village (麻黑寨). Harvested from old-growth ancient arbor tea gardens and processed through traditional sun-drying, this raw pu-erh tea captures the elegant, sweet, and soothing character that has made Yiwu famous among Pu-erh connoisseurs.
Stone-pressed into a traditional 357 g cake, this tea brews a rich, full-bodied liquor with a silky, rounded texture and naturally sweet profile. After years of clean, natural storage, it has developed deep layers of wild honey, orchid florals, soft wood, and a refreshing, lingering finish. The low bitterness and smooth transformation highlight the gentle, harmonious strength of Yiwu Sheng.
Ancient Arbor Material (古树) — Naturally sweet, smooth, elegant raw pu-erh tea.
✓ 6 Years of Natural Aging — Rich maturity, deeper aroma, refined complexity.
✓ Full-Bodied Yiwu Texture — Thick, smooth, and silky with clean sweetness.
✓ Gentle, Soothing Cha Qi — Calm, grounding energy ideal for long sessions.
✓ 357 g Cake — Perfect for aging, gifting, and long-term storage.
Elegant, rich, and mature, Yiwu Mahei 2018 is a beautifully aged ancient-tree Sheng that offers depth without aggression. A perfect raw pu-erh tea for daily drinking, long-term cellaring, and collectors who love smooth, sweet Yiwu classics.
Experience the refined depth and gentle strength of Yiwu Pu-erh with this 2018 Spring Ancient Tree Raw Pu-erh Tea (Sheng Pu-erh) from the historic Mahei Village (麻黑寨). Harvested from old-growth ancient arbor tea gardens and processed through traditional sun-drying, this raw pu-erh tea captures the elegant, sweet, and soothing character that has made Yiwu famous among Pu-erh connoisseurs.
Stone-pressed into a traditional 357 g cake, this tea brews a rich, full-bodied liquor with a silky, rounded texture and naturally sweet profile. After years of clean, natural storage, it has developed deep layers of wild honey, orchid florals, soft wood, and a refreshing, lingering finish. The low bitterness and smooth transformation highlight the gentle, harmonious strength of Yiwu Sheng.
Ancient Arbor Material (古树) — Naturally sweet, smooth, elegant raw pu-erh tea.
✓ 6 Years of Natural Aging — Rich maturity, deeper aroma, refined complexity.
✓ Full-Bodied Yiwu Texture — Thick, smooth, and silky with clean sweetness.
✓ Gentle, Soothing Cha Qi — Calm, grounding energy ideal for long sessions.
✓ 357 g Cake — Perfect for aging, gifting, and long-term storage.
Elegant, rich, and mature, Yiwu Mahei 2018 is a beautifully aged ancient-tree Sheng that offers depth without aggression. A perfect raw pu-erh tea for daily drinking, long-term cellaring, and collectors who love smooth, sweet Yiwu classics.
Aroma: Wild honey, dried longan, orchid florals, soft wood, sweet herbs
Taste: Full-bodied sweetness with mellow bitterness, light fruitiness, and warm complexity
Texture: Thick, silky, rounded, satisfying
Aftertaste: Long-lasting huigan, cooling finish, lingering floral sweetness
Mahei (麻黑) is one of the most respected core villages within the Yiwu Six Famous Tea Mountains. Its understated sweetness and smooth strength have made it a favorite among Pu-erh lovers for generations.
Terroir Characteristics
- Ancient Arbor Forests → High sugar content, sweet fragrance
- Shaded Valleys → Gentle flavor, soft bitterness
- Mineral-Rich Soil → Persistent sweetness and depth
- Yiwu Climate → Mild, elegant, aromatic profile
- Centuries of Tea Heritage → Clean, consistent processing
Mahei Raw Pu-erh teas embody the Yiwu ideal: soft, sweet, balanced, and deeply comforting.
- 6 years of dry aging → profound sweetness & smoothness
- Thick, full-bodied liquor with hallmark Yiwu Pu-erh gentleness
- Excellent cake for aging further
- Perfect bridge between beginner-friendly and connoisseur-level Sheng
- Rare ancient-tree material from a historically prized Yiwu origin
When rinsed, warm honey and wood aromatics fill the air.
Early steeps are thick, sweet, and silky.
Middle steeps reveal fruit, floral layers, and calming depth.
Later infusions stay smooth, sweet, and comforting with persistent aroma.
For full brewing guidance:
👉 Complete Brewing Guide for Pu-erh Tea
Nestled within the rolling valleys of Yiwu, Mahei Village (麻黑寨) is renowned for producing some of the most elegant and comforting Sheng Pu-erh in Yunnan. Here, ancient arbor trees grow among bamboo forests, mossy pathways, and fertile mountain soil, absorbing minerals that give Yiwu Pu-erh tea its signature sweetness and soft strength.
During the 2018 spring harvest, farmers handpicked the tender first-flush leaves — vibrant, aromatic, and filled with the energy of the season. After careful sun-drying and traditional processing, the tea was stone-pressed into cakes and left to rest in clean, natural conditions, slowly maturing each year.
Over time, this Mahei Raw Pu-erh tea has transformed beautifully. Its youthful floral brightness has deepened into warm honey sweetness, richer complexity, and a thick, satisfying texture. The Cha Qi is unmistakably Yiwu: calming, grounding, and gently invigorating — a peaceful energy that invites slow, mindful drinking.
Mahei tea is often described as “温柔的力量” (gentle power) — strong in depth yet soft in delivery. This 2018 ancient tree raw Pu-erh embodies that essence perfectly, offering clarity, harmony, and quiet strength in every cup.
Tea Type: Raw Pu-erh (Sheng Pu-erh)
Harvest: Spring 2018
Region: Mahei Village (麻黑寨), Yiwu, Yunnan, China
Tree Type: Ancient Arbor (古树)
Material: First-flush spring leaves from ancient arbor trees
Weight: 357g compressed tea cake
Age & Storage: Natural dry storage since 2018.
Recommended Brew Style: Gongfu brewing, 5-7g per session
- Lovers of smooth, mature raw pu-erh tea
- Yiwu-region enthusiasts
- Beginners who prefer low bitterness
- Collectors seeking ancient-tree cakes with aging value
- Daily tea drinkers wanting depth + comfort
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