Ruchu 2018 Lincang Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea | Glutinous Sweet Aroma – 12 x 7g
Ruchu 如初 2018 Lincang Ancient Tree ripe pu-erh tea delivers silky sweetness and the beloved glutinous-rice aroma signature to high-quality shou pu-erh from Yunnan. Crafted from mature ancient-arbor leaves and fermented with exceptional cleanliness, this tea offers creamy smoothness, warm comfort, and a refined sweetness that deepens across multiple steeps. Each 7 g mini ball provides effortless brewing, making it perfect for both daily enjoyment and mindful chinese tea sessions.
✓ Ancient-Arbor Leaf Material — Thick, mature leaves create a naturally sweet and smooth ripe pu-erh tea.
✓ Signature Glutinous Aroma — Sticky-rice fragrance that rises immediately when brewed.
✓ Creamy, Low-Bitterness Profile — Ideal for beginners and lovers of gentle, warming teas.
✓ Convenient 7 g Mini Balls — Perfectly portioned for easy and consistent brewing.
✓ Clean 2018 Fermentation — Balanced, matured flavor with warm depth and clarity.
Soft, creamy, and richly comforting, this Ruchu 如初 2018 Ancient Tree ripe pu-erh tea is a gentle, warming shou ideal for evening relaxation or everyday enjoyment. Smooth, sweet, and deeply grounding — a perfect daily pu-erh tea for those who love mellow, comforting flavors.
Ruchu 如初 2018 Lincang Ancient Tree ripe pu-erh tea delivers silky sweetness and the beloved glutinous-rice aroma signature to high-quality shou pu-erh from Yunnan. Crafted from mature ancient-arbor leaves and fermented with exceptional cleanliness, this tea offers creamy smoothness, warm comfort, and a refined sweetness that deepens across multiple steeps. Each 7 g mini ball provides effortless brewing, making it perfect for both daily enjoyment and mindful chinese tea sessions.
✓ Ancient-Arbor Leaf Material — Thick, mature leaves create a naturally sweet and smooth ripe pu-erh tea.
✓ Signature Glutinous Aroma — Sticky-rice fragrance that rises immediately when brewed.
✓ Creamy, Low-Bitterness Profile — Ideal for beginners and lovers of gentle, warming teas.
✓ Convenient 7 g Mini Balls — Perfectly portioned for easy and consistent brewing.
✓ Clean 2018 Fermentation — Balanced, matured flavor with warm depth and clarity.
Soft, creamy, and richly comforting, this Ruchu 如初 2018 Ancient Tree ripe pu-erh tea is a gentle, warming shou ideal for evening relaxation or everyday enjoyment. Smooth, sweet, and deeply grounding — a perfect daily pu-erh tea for those who love mellow, comforting flavors.
Aroma: Sticky-rice glutinous sweetness, red date, warm earth, and clean fermentation fragrance
Taste: Creamy, soft sweetness with hints of cocoa, sticky rice, and warm wood tones
Texture: Silky, smooth, round body with gentle weight and soothing warmth
Aftertaste: Sweet, lingering finish with a warm, grounding sensation that stays in the chest
Sourced from Lincang’s ancient-arbor gardens (临沧古树), this ripe pu-erh tea benefits from old-tree depth, thick leaves, and naturally sweeter material. Lincang ripe Pu-erh is known for producing a cleaner, brighter sweetness than Menghai styles, with less earthiness and more clarity. The ancient-tree material gives the tea its smooth texture, rounded sweetness, and warm, comforting energy ideal for daily drinking.
Ruchu 如初 stands out for its glutinous aroma fermentation style — a beloved profile known for its sticky-rice sweetness and warm, comforting fragrance. Combined with ancient tree material and clean 2018 fermentation, the result is a silky, balanced ripe pu-erh tea that is both beginner-friendly and satisfying for seasoned drinkers. The mini-ball format offers convenience without compromising leaf quality.
As the 7 g mini ball slowly opens, it releases creamy sweetness and a rising glutinous fragrance. The liquor thickens across infusions, developing more cocoa tones, smooth body, and warming comfort. Ideal for evening relaxation or grounding daily sessions.
For detailed brewing instructions, see our guide:
👉 The Complete Beginner’s Guide to Brewing Pu-erh Tea
Perfect for both beginners and experienced ripe tea enthusiasts.
From the quiet tea forests of Lincang, Yunnan, Ruchu 2018 Ancient Tree Ripe Pu-erh Tea embodies the gentle elegance of China’s oldest tea traditions. Sourced from centuries-old ancient arbor trees, each leaf carries the depth, warmth, and natural sweetness shaped by generations of mountain cultivation.
Fermented cleanly in 2018 and naturally aged since, this tea reveals the signature richness of high-quality shou pu-erh tea: soft glutinous-rice aroma, aged wood undertones, warm grains, and a gentle cocoa-like sweetness. The flavor opens smoothly and deepens with every infusion, wrapping the palate in a velvety, grounding warmth.
Each 7 g mini cake is hand-rolled and perfectly portioned, offering effortless brewing whether you prefer Gongfu style or a simple daily cup. The liquor is silky, clear, and comforting — a reflection of Lincang’s pristine air, mineral-rich soil, and ancient forest microclimate.
"Ruchu" 如初 means “as it was in the beginning” — a return to calm simplicity. This tea captures that feeling beautifully. With its mellow texture and nourishing sweetness, Ruchu reconnects you to the peaceful rhythm of the mountains, offering a quiet, grounding shou pu-erh tea experience rooted in centuries of Yunnan tradition.
Tea Type: Ripe Pu-erh Tea (Shou Pu-erh Tea)
Fermentation Year: 2018
Pressing: 2025
Region: Lincang, Yunnan, China
Tree Type: Ancient-Arbor Material (Gushu)
Material: First-grade old-tree ripe Pu-erh
Weight: 12 × 7g mini tea cakes (84g total)
Packaging: Packaged in a 12 × 7g tin caddy
Aging & Storage: Clean, stable storage; flavor will continue to deepen and sweeten with time
Recommended Brew Style: Gongfu brewing or mug brewing
- Drinkers who enjoy sweet, smooth ripe pu-erh tea
- Fans of glutinous aroma and creamy texture
- Beginners seeking low-bitterness ripe tea
- Tea lovers wanting a calming, warming evening tea
- Anyone who prefers convenience without sacrificing quality
- Collectors of ancient-tree ripe Pu-erh
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