Pu erh belongs to a post-fermented tea, and sometimes classified as a dark tea (dark tea is one of the six classes of tea in China). Interestingly in China, there is some debate about whether Pu'erh actually is a “tea”, due to it having a completely distinct aging process. We of course tend to side by the argument that its made from tea leaves, and brewed in water – so its a tea!
There are various types of Pu'erh that are distinguished from their packaging (whether loose leaf or in various compacted block forms). Generally loose leaf Pu'erh, like TeaVivre's, is regarded as having the best taste and aroma, that is stimulating to drink and will last for 9 infusions by using Gaiwan 3oz.
Brief Health Info
Pu-erh tea has been touted for many years as a great weight loss tea because of its ability to help us burn fat and shed pounds, as well as having a deliciously mellow and deeply earthy flavor.
Pu erh has a mild, gentle nature to it, and so is great to drink if you have a delicate stomach or trouble drinking other teas. People in south western China usually drink this tea during meals, to help with digestion.
Of course, like the health benefits of all tea , it contains antioxidants!
Where is Our Puerh tea Produced
The original material is from Yunnan province in an area that has been producing high quality Pu erh for over 800 years. This area is on the edge of Tibet, and has a very high elevation and warm summers with abundant rainfall, giving the tea trees especially large, plump buds and leaves that are perfect for making Pu erh.
About Yunnan Large-leaf Species
Yunnan Large-leaf tea tree is a rare tea varieties in the world. It is a kind which is best to make puerh tea. Yunnan has unique advantage in its geographical position, it is rich in rainfall and its proper temperature is good for planting large-leaf tea trees. The tea leaves from this kind of tea varieties growing in this perfect environment are abundant in polyphenols, catechins, amino acids, caffeine content.
History
Pu'erh tea is one of the oldest types of tea in China, with a history stretching back over 1,700 years to the Eastern Han Dynasty, when the tea was called Jing Cha. Pu'erh is named after the town of Pu-erh in Yunnan province, which was the early trading center for this tea. In this teas early history it was used as a bartering currency in south west China. In south west China the famed Cha Ma Gu Dao - “Tea Horse Road” - was built especially to transport this tea through the Himalayas to other countries and areas in Tibet.
Gaiwan 3oz
Tea: 5g
9 steeps: rinse(10s),10s,15s,20s,25s,35s,45s,60s,90s,2m
Teapot 8oz
100ºC/212ºF
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OK, I have never tried Pu-erh tea before, never heard of it until my sister saw it on a TV show. We decided to try it for the weight loss claims. Our whole family has been tea drinkers for years, black, green, Rooibos, you name it, but never heard of this one.
Well, let me tell you, this one is delicious. It has a robust, full-bodied taste without a hint of bitterness. I can drink it without a sweetener, and I can't drink much of anything without sweetener! I haven't had it long enough to test out the weight-loss factor, but this is great-tasting tea. I give it five stars for yumminess!
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With a liquor as dark as wine, you’d think that the tea would have a similarly intense presence. As it turns out, not so much. It’s an understated fellow, this one. You get a mouth full of smoke that sits even more heavily on the tongue than the Lapsang Souchong, leaving an ashy residue feeling, however it’s not overpowering. This tea could be the shy guy at the corner of the D&D table. His character’s stats aren’t amazing, but he’s got steady luck on the dice, and you aren’t creeped out by his silence–in fact, you’re a little curious if he’s got more to say. For the tea, this means trying out further infusions and seeing how the underlying flavors develop. Admittedly the fishiness is still there on the initial sip, but it doesn’t leave an aftertaste; only the smoke does. This gives us a slow-to-show richness and depth to the tea–meaty, even.
Alright, it’s a steak in a cup. Carnivores, full review here: http://snooteablog.com/2013/05/25/snooty-tea-review-teavivre/
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Having received a free sample, this is my first experience with Pu-erh tea. This tea brews up dark and has a bold, hearty flavor that is reminiscent of black coffee. I usually drink green tea for the healthy antioxidants, but I plan to order 100g of this tea and add it to my tea "rotation." I am anxious to test its fat-burning potential!
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Got a sample of this. Very good pu-erh, nice and earthy without being overpowering. Pu-erh is one of my favorite sorts of teas so I usually try to sample some wherever I go and this is one of the best.
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Very nice tea, especially for the price.
It has a lighter taste than other Pu-Erh teas that I have tried and also very smooth.
The color is also a bit lighter than other Pu-Erh teas I have tried. This one seems more dark red and the other ones I tried are almost black.
I steeped it 4 times and I'm sure I could have steeped it 5 times if I wanted to.
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The taste took a little getting used too. But, I now drink it without adding anything and really like it. Its really good quality Pu-erh!
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This is my first time drinking pu erh tea. I really didn't like it the very first time I tasted it but the second time I drank the tea, I added a little bit of honey. I just love it. I drink the tea 3 times a day. Shipping was fast, love the service!
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This is my first puerh. I love it. Very savory, not too earthy. Good and salty, like broth, but with earthy overtones. If you like mushrooms, you will like this tea.
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Really can't ask for better quality or service. The price is extremely reasonable for the product you get and ships quickly and is packaged perfectly. Plus, it tastes great! I was a little conncerned buying overseas but I've had a much better experience with Teavivre than I've had with many US shippings!
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An absolutely LOVELY pu-erh!
If you are still drinking the mini toucha and there is nothing wrong with those - come over to the wild side and try this!
You will be surprised how smooth and delicious this is!
For me it does help with digestion as well!
I could say that this is a great every day pu-erh due to how smooth and easy to drink it is but I would be undermining the complexity of this tea! Yet it IS perfect as a daily drink! Still there are so many layers to the flavor palate here! I do reviews on another site and have yet to do one on there due to the fact I am still discovering this pu-erh and I need more of it! :)