Raw Pu’er Dragon Pearl Premium

Raw Pu’er Dragon Pearl Premium (2010)

Aged Loose-Leaf Sheng Pu’er Tea from Menghai | 15-Year Vintage | Gushu Old Trees

✧ Bold. Vibrant. Timeless. ✧

This premium Raw Pu’er Dragon Pearl tea was harvested in 2010 from ancient tea trees in the Menghai region of Yunnan—one of the most renowned origins for authentic Pu’er tea. Carefully hand-rolled into compact dragon pearls, this Sheng Pu’er has aged gracefully over 15 years, developing deep complexity, smoothness, and vibrant Qi.

Unlike most compressed cakes, these loose-leaf pearls age more evenly and are ideal for everyday brewing. Each pearl is crafted from high-quality gushu (old tree) leaves, giving it bold energy, forest aroma, and a lingering sweetness. This vintage Raw Pu’er is a perfect choice for both collectors and daily drinkers seeking depth, purity, and a touch of elegance in every cup.

✦ Tea Profile

• Type: Sheng Pu’er (Raw Pu’er Tea)
• Origin: Menghai, Yunnan, China
• Cultivar: Yunnan Da Ye Zhong (Large Leaf Variety)
• Form: Hand-Rolled Dragon Pearls
• Harvest Year: 2010
• Aging: Naturally aged for 15 years
• Aroma: Forest mist, camphor, dried fruit
• Flavor: Stone fruit, moss, bitter roots, floral aftertaste
• Energy (Cha Qi): Bright, uplifting, focused
• Collected: 2010

✦ Tasting Notes

Expect an evolving flavor journey with this aged loose-leaf Sheng Pu’er. The session begins with subtle bitterness and herbal depth, then opens into floral high notes, mineral clarity, and a soft honey-like sweetness that lingers on the palate. The aged aroma evokes old-growth forests, mountain air, and wildflowers—a full sensory experience in every brew.

✦ Brewing Recommendations

Gongfu Brewing (Best Experience)

• Use 1 dragon pearl per 100–150ml (3.3–5oz)
• Water Temperature: 95–100°C (203–212°F)
• Rinse once briefly
• Start with 10–15 seconds, increasing with each steep
• Yields 8–10 infusions or more

Cup Method

• 0.5-1 dragon pearl per 250ml (8.5oz)
• Water Temperature: 95–100°C (203–212°F)
• Steep for 2–3 minutes
• Adjust based on personal preference for tea strength

✦ Why Choose This Raw Pu’er Dragon Pearl

✔️ Authentic Menghai Origin — one of Yunnan’s most prized Pu’er regions
✔️ Old Tree (Gushu) Material — richer Qi and more complex aging
✔️ Aged Since 2010 — smooth, matured Sheng character
✔️ Loose Leaf Format — quicker aging and more accessible than compressed cakes
✔️ Easy to Brew — no need for breaking cakes or weighing grams

✦ What Makes Loose-Leaf Pu’er Special?

Most Pu’er teas are compressed into cakes for historic reasons (transport and storage). However, loose-leaf Pu’er—like these hand-rolled pearls—ages more quickly and evenly. Without dense compression, the transformation of aroma, flavor, and Qi develops at a faster rate. And because it skips the pressing step, it’s often more affordable than cake Pu’er of similar quality.

This tea was stored in excellent conditions, with proper airflow, temperature, and humidity, allowing natural aging to unfold without any off-notes. The result is a clean, energetic Sheng Pu’er with vibrant structure and depth.

✦ Limited Release

This is a rare, small-batch Sheng Pu’er from the 2010 vintage—perfect for those seeking aged character, easy brewing, and authentic Yunnan gushu energy. Once it's gone, it's unlikely to return.

Raw Pu’er Dragon Pearl Premium (2010) – a gateway into the world of aged Sheng Pu’er tea, hand-rolled for everyday beauty and aged for a decade and a half of transformation.