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Ripe Pu’er from Menghai – Shou Pu’er Tea (勐海熟普洱)

Earthy, Smooth Dark Tea from the Heart of Yunnan's Pu’er Tradition

Deep, clean, and grounding—born from the red soil of Menghai.

This Ripe Pu’er (熟普洱, Shú Pǔ’ěr) comes from Menghai County (勐海县) in Xishuangbanna, Yunnan—the spiritual and historical center of Pu’er tea. Menghai is famous for producing some of the richest, most balanced Ripe Pu’ers in China, thanks to its unique soil, mature trees, and deeply rooted tea culture.

Crafted through traditional wet piling (渥堆, wò duī) and aged in Yunnan’s warm, humid climate, this tea delivers a smooth, earthy body with notes of forest floor, soft wood, and dried fruit. A comforting daily tea for digestion, relaxation, and inner stillness.

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Why You’ll Love Menghai Ripe Pu’er

• Authentic Shou Pu’er from Menghai, the heart of Pu’er tradition
• Smooth, sweet, and earthy with no bitterness
• Naturally aged to mellow perfection
• A favorite for after meals, meditation, or grounding energy
• Trusted by Pu’er collectors for its stable aging profile

Tasting Notes

• Damp cedarwood, earth, and cacao shell
• Smooth, full-bodied infusion with creamy texture
• Notes of jujube, dark mushroom, and warm mineral
• Clean, sweet finish with calming warmth

Tea Profile

• Type: Ripe Pu’er (Shou Cha, 熟茶)
• Origin: Menghai County, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan Province, China
• Cultivar: Yunnan Da Ye Zhong (云南大叶种, large-leaf variety)
• Fermentation: Traditional wo dui (渥堆) post-fermentation
• Form: Loose leaf or compressed cake (specify if needed)
• Appearance: Dark brown twisted leaves; deep reddish-brown liquor
• Collected: 2019

Processing

This Ripe Pu’er follows Menghai’s time-honored process, prized for balance and clarity:

1. Harvest & Sun-Drying – Yunnan large-leaf varietal
2. Wet Piling (渥堆) – Leaves are piled, moistened, and turned to ferment over 30–50 days
3. Drying – Slow drying stabilizes the tea for aging
4. Optional Compression – Tea is pressed into cakes or bricks, or left loose

Menghai's unique climate gives the tea a clean, rounded body—ideal for aging or daily comfort.

More about Ripe Puer and its production.

Health Benefits

• Supports digestion and internal warmth
• May aid detox and gut balance
• Low in acidity—gentle on the stomach
• Provides smooth, calm energy without sharp stimulation
• Popular in Traditional Chinese Medicine for balancing dampness

Brewing Instructions

Gongfu Method (5 oz / 150 ml)

• Tea amount: 6–7 grams
• Water temperature: 98–100°C / 208–212°F
• Rinse: 2 quick rinses (5 sec)
• Infusions:
• 1st: 20–25 sec
• 2nd: 25–30 sec
• 3rd–8th: Increase by 5–10 sec
• Tip: Use a clay pot for deeper body and Qi expression

Cup Method (8.8 oz / 250 ml)

• Tea amount: Adjust based on personal preference for tea strength.
• Water temperature: 98°C / 208°F
• Steep time: 2–3 minutes
• Re-steep: 2–3 times
• Note: Great as a morning ritual or post-meal tea

Cultural Significance

Menghai is home to some of the oldest and most respected Pu’er producers, with a lineage that stretches back centuries. Ripe Pu’er from this region is known for its clean fermentation, rich body, and stable aging, making it a benchmark for tea collectors and everyday drinkers alike.

In Yunnan tea culture, Ripe Pu’er is considered warming and grounding, often used for hospitality, digestion, and reflection. Menghai Ripe Pu’er stands out for its balanced strength and quiet elegance—a tea of earth, time, and calm.