{"title":"Ripe Pu-erh Teas","description":"\u003cp\u003e熟普洱茶 - known as \"ripe\" or \"cooked\" pu-erh tea, is pu-erh tea that has undergone manual induced fermentation.  Stored in proper conditions, ripe pu-erh tea still benefits from aging. Please see the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/pu-erh-teas\/pu-erh-tea-faqs\" title=\"Pu-erh Tea FAQs\"\u003ePu-erh FAQ\u003c\/a\u003e under Tea Mastery for more information.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mini-chang-an-lucky-coin-tea","title":"Mini Chang-an Lucky Coin Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2010 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 120 grams (12 coins of 10g each)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Licang, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eChang-an was the name of China's ancient capital. The name can be translated to mean \"long-term stability.\" Good health is a key feature of one's stability and tea drinking is an integral part of achieving good health. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Mini-Chang-an tea is made from the spring harvest of old-growth arbor trees. Hence, the tea is thicker, richer and more nuanced than most ripe pu-erh teas. After ten-plus years of aging, this tea has become nutty, sweet and simply delicious. The tea comes in twelve pressed mini-coins. Each mini-coin contains 10g of leaves and can be easily broken into half by pressing the creased lines separating the two portions. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSteeping instructions: \u003cbr\u003eUse half of the lucky coin (5g) per 6 oz of water. (Or the whole coin per 12 oz of water). Pour boiling water (212'F) over the lucky coin, wait 5 sec. and pour out the water. This is a rinse; do not drink it. Start steeping according to the recommended steeping time below.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Tube of 12 coins (120 grams)","offer_id":47846789251124,"sku":"05-MINCHA-001","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Single coin sample (10 grams)","offer_id":47846789283892,"sku":"05-MINCHA-002","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_minichangan_cover.jpg?v=1779468161"},{"product_id":"tribute-ripe-pu-erh-tea-brick-2003","title":"Tribute Ripe 2003 Pu-erh Tea Brick","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2003 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 150 grams (5.3 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat makes a good ripe Pu-erh are superior base leaves, skilled fermentation, and post production proper storage. This Pu-erh brick possesses all of these criteria. From the clean dry leaves to the clear deep burnt-umber tea broth, this tea impresses you from the start. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eThis tea offers a unique rice soup scent, which usually can only be found in well-aged ripe Pu-erh teas. Extremely savory, the tea broth is thick and complex. It leaves a clean, sweet throat-soothing sensation. While enjoying the tea, don't forget to smell the amazing aroma from the bottom of the fairness cup or the lid of your gaiwan to enhance your sensory experience.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"150 gram brick","offer_id":47846798491700,"sku":"05-TRIBUT-001","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47846798524468,"sku":"05-TRIBUT-002","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/callisto_product_tributeripe_cover.jpg?v=1774453656"},{"product_id":"large-tribute-ripe-pu-erh-tea-brick","title":"Large Tribute Ripe Pu-erh Tea Brick","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2004 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 250 grams (8.82 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eWith the color of the burgundy wine, and over 20 years of aging, this ripe Pu-erh offers a clean and smooth mouthfeel with the fragrance of fine incense. At about the fourth infusion, a sweetness emerges that gives rise to a nice finish in the throat \u003cem\u003e(hou\u003c\/em\u003e yun\u003cem\u003e).\u003c\/em\u003e This tea has developed into an exceptional ripe Pu-erh. Don't miss the opportunity to add such a good tea to your collection.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"250 gram brick","offer_id":47683422617652,"sku":"05-LARTRI-001","price":82.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47683422650420,"sku":"05-LARTRI-002","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 gram sample","offer_id":47835612151860,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_largetribute_cover.jpg?v=1779767314"},{"product_id":"bana-mini-tuo-cha-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Bana Mini Tuo Cha Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eWeight: 50 grams (as 10 individually wrapped mini tuo chas)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Menghai, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMini tuo cha is packaged in a single serving of 5g of tea leaves. It is convenient to use in the office and easy to carry on a trip. However, most mini tuo cha are made with commercial grade materials. In order to source a decent quality mini tuo cha, we knew we needed to press our own. After sampling many ripe Pu-erh teas from Master Chan’s warehouse in Menghai, we carefully selected the base material for this tea. We also specified how tight we would want the mini tuo cha to be pressed so the flavor can be released quickly. This tea is rich and smooth, leaving a hint of sweetness in your mouth. If you are looking for a daily tea that is delicious and easy to brew, this tea is the perfect choice.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is available as 10 mini tuo cha in our standard packaging, or as 20 mini tuo cha nestled in \u003cspan\u003ean adorable hand-woven lidded bamboo basket.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"10 mini tuo cha","offer_id":47859834388532,"sku":"05-MINTUO-001","price":22.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 in a bamboo basket","offer_id":47859834421300,"sku":"05-MINTUO-002","price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_minituocha_cover.jpg?v=1780370130"},{"product_id":"denong-red-label-2004-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Denong Red Label 2004 Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2004\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 grams (3.5 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: Mixed\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics: Broken from cakes, this tea has been aged in Kunming Yunnan. After almost a decade of aging, the word to describe this tea is delicious – clean, savory and sweet. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe most important process in the making of a good ripe Pu-erh is the proper fermentation of the tea leaves. This requires great skill and experience of the tea master. Denong Tea Factory employs one of the most renowned tea masters in Yunnan to ferment their ripe teas. If you have tried or are a fan of ripe Pu-erh manufactured by Denong, this tea is a great one for a great value.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471417524276,"sku":"05-DENRED-001","price":51.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_denongred_cover.jpg?v=1779656181"},{"product_id":"denong-wild-2013-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Denong Wild 2013 Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2013\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 grams (3.5 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Remote mountains between Yunnan \u0026amp; Myanmar\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you are a fan of the Denong Wild Ripe Pu-erh series, you will be delighted with this 2013 edition. This tea is amazingly rich, complex and smooth. Full-bodied, it offers a syrupy finish in the throat. Like the Denong Wild Ripe Pu-erh of previous years, this tea is made from ancient arbor trees planted in the forest centuries ago in the mountainous areas of Yunnan. Given the fact that these tea trees have thrived with other nearby forest plants, the roots of these plants have intertwined. The result is a wild tea with unique and complex flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471417655348,"sku":"05-DEWI13-001","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_denongwild2013_cover2.jpg?v=1779468497"},{"product_id":"ginseng-scent-ripe-pu-erh-tea-pu-erh","title":"Ginseng Scent Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2005 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 grams (3.5 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna, Yunnan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics: This is another great tea produced by Denong Tea Factory. Broken from compressed tea cakes, this ripe Pu-erh is thick, brothy and savory. It finishes with a cooling sensation in your mouth that is similar to that left after having drunk Ginseng soup. The chest warming sensation is pleasant and relaxing. An excellent quality ripe Pu-erh for a great price! Bana Tea Company is proud to be able to offer it to Pu-erh ethusiasts.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471417688116,"sku":"05-GINSEN-001","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_ginsengscent_cover.jpg?v=1779468073"},{"product_id":"auspicious-sign-of-2006-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake","title":"Auspicious Sign: Year of the Dog Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2006\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 357 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-4\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eThis is a heavier fermented tea, so it fits the more traditional ripe pu-erh flavor profile. If you enjoy traditional processed pu-erh, you will like this smooth, mellow, and woody tasting pu-erh. In addition, the flavor and mouthfeel of this tea is very stable; whether you drink it hot, drink it cold, or drink it the next day, the flavor remains unchanged. The sweet aftertaste further adds to the enjoyment of this tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name of this tea translates to \"Auspicious arrival of the Dog\", referring to the Year of the Dog, 2006.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"357 gram cake","offer_id":47828267008052,"sku":"05-AUSPIC-001","price":277.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47828267040820,"sku":"05-AUSPIC-002","price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 gram sample","offer_id":47828267073588,"sku":"05-AUSPIC-003","price":13.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_auspicioussign_cover.jpg?v=1779497157"},{"product_id":"2016-commemorative-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake","title":"Denong Debut 2016 Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2016 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe (fermented) Pu'erh (grade: 1-3) \u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea uses leaves from the arbor trees grown in high mountains and is fermented using the traditional method, which will enhance the future aging of the tea. The result of the above factors is a tea that is bold, full-bodied, and rich. Enjoy the aftertaste that lingers in your mouth for an extended period of time after each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea is one of a set, paired with a raw version \u003ca href=\"\/products\/2016-commemorative-raw-pu-erh-tea-cake\" title=\"Denong Debut 2016 Raw Pu-erh Tea\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471418933300,"sku":"05-2016CO-001","price":64.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_denongdebutripe_cover.jpg?v=1779467874"},{"product_id":"simply-classic-ripe-pu-erh-brick","title":"Simply Classic Ripe Pu-erh Brick","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2013 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 200 grams (7 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 2-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang Mountain, Menghai County, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eWe named this tea Simply Classic because this tea is made using the traditional pu-erh processing and fermentation method and packaged using the natural material of bamboo shoot leaves. Clean and warming, this tea also possesses a woody and warm chestnut flavor. If you enjoy ripe pu-erh on a daily basis, this tea will be an excellent choice because of its quality and good value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471419097140,"sku":"05-SIMPLY-001","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/Simply_Classic-300px.jpg?v=1770566026"},{"product_id":"red-sunset-twin-pack-two-190g-cakes-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Red Sunset Twin-pack Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2016 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 380 grams (14 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 2-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang Mountain, Menghai County, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter his very impressive \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chang-an-ripe-pu-erh-100-grams\" title=\"Chang-An Ripe Puerh Tea\"\u003eChang-an Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/a\u003e, Master Vesper Chan has come out with another great product. Red Sunset Ripe Pu-erh is produced with spring leaves from large arbor trees in Bulang Mountain. After undergoing fermentation, this tea was aged in Master Chan's warehouse in Menghai for two years in order for the tea to settle before pressing into cakes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eI tasted this tea for the first time in Master Chan's tea shop in Beijing. I was impressed by how flavorful and rich this tea was. After the two-year \"resting\" period, the freshly fermented tea had been enhanced with a thick, smooth, and clean texture that leaves a pleasant sweetness in your mouth and throat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is comprised of two compressed cakes of 190g (7 oz.) each.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"2 190 gram cakes","offer_id":47683258712116,"sku":"05-REDSUN-001","price":165.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47683258744884,"sku":"05-REDSUN-002","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_redsunset_cover.jpg?v=1779468058"},{"product_id":"bada-mountain-ripe-pu-erh-tea-cake","title":"Bada Mountain Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 1999\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 3-6\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bada Mountain, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eThis 20th century ripe Pu-erh tea is harvested from ancient trees. The infusion is dark orange and is the perfect drink for a lazy afternoon or after a long day of work. The tea is not only very aromatic, it is possessed of a bouquet of complex flavors that is relaxing and satisfying and provides a long-lasting lychee aftertaste. This tea retains its flavors after multiple infusions better than most ripe Pu-erh teas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"300 gram cake","offer_id":47481599623220,"sku":"05-BADAM0-001","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47481599590452,"sku":"05-BADAM0-002","price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 gram sample","offer_id":47481599557684,"sku":"05-BADAM0-003","price":19.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_badamountain_cake.jpg?v=1779468915"},{"product_id":"master-chans-mini-tea-blocks","title":"Master Chan's Mini Tea Blocks Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2012\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 108 grams - 36 segments (3.8 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-4\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Menghai, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pressed mini tea block has 6 little 3-gram segments, similar to a chocolate bar, that can be easily separated into individual servings. You may choose to use between one to three segments to brew your own perfect cup or pot of Pu-erh tea. Handy for work - store in your desk drawer, or take them with you on your trips and you will never be without a good cup of tea.  These tea blocks are sold as 2 packs of 3 blocks (total 36 individual squares).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eThis tea offers a thick and warming liquor. A comforting tea to start or end the day, it finishes with a cooling and sweet sensation in the mouth. For those who crave the rich, earthy flavor of classic Pu-erh, this easy-brewing tea is a must-add to the collection.\u003crbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e(Box is not included.)\u003c\/rbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471419260980,"sku":"05-CHANMI-001","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_chansmini_cover.jpg?v=1779842255"},{"product_id":"chen-xiang-aged-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Chen Xiang Aged Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 1994\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 50 grams (1.8 oz)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 3 \u0026amp; 4\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Menghai, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste Characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eChen Xiang translates to \"deepening fragrance\". This tea has aged to achieve the \"Chen Xiang\" sought after by Pu-erh connoisseurs. Its mellow, smooth, aged ripe Pu-erh flavor is not only satisfying to the palate and soothing to the stomach, it is also calming to the soul. Drink it after a meal or whenever you feel overwhelmed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471419293748,"sku":"05-CHENXI-001","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_chenxiang_overhead.jpg?v=1779468344"},{"product_id":"lotus-scent-aged-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Lotus Scent Aged Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 1980s\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 50 grams (1.8 oz)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented) loose leaf\u003cbr\u003eGrade: unknown\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Menghai, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHigh quality aged ripe Pu-erh is increasingly rare these days. This thirty-plus-year-old Pu-erh is indeed a rare find. Lacking of the earthiness that is typical of a ripe Pu-erh, this tea, instead, possesses a bouquet of antique and herbaceous scents, characteristic that are only present in well-aged Pu-erh teas. The dark amber brew is translucent, but dense, much like an aged red wine. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBana Tea Company is very proud to present this exceptional quality ripe Pu-erh for the discerning Pu-erh aficionado.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47860102299700,"sku":"05-LOTUSS-001","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 gram sample","offer_id":47860102332468,"sku":"05-LOTUSS-002","price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/he-xiang-lotus-scent.jpg?v=1770565402"},{"product_id":"red-mandarin-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Red Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2013\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 35g (one piece)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Red mandarin peel is from Xinhui, Guangdong, China, Ripe Pu-erh is from Yunnan, China.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed mandarins and the small green mandarins are the same fruit harvested from the same trees except they are picked at different times of the year. The small green mandarins are picked beginning around July 15, before they are fully ripened, while the red mandarins are picked in September when the fruit begins to ripen, the size has grown larger and the skin has turned a pretty shade of red. Compared with the green mandarin pu-erh, this tea is less tangy and more sweet, blending into a perfect combination with ripe Pu-erh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mandarins used for this tea are from Xinhui, Guangdong, a region renowned for the mandarin fruit. Entirely hand-crafted, premium ripe pu-erh was selected to combine with the red mandarin to enhance the overall quality of the resulting tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo brew the red mandarin, we recommend breaking it into quarters or thirds.  Include both leaves and peel in your pot or cup and brew as directed or according to your preference.  Keep the remaining pieces in an airtight container.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471419981876,"sku":"05-REDMAN-001","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_redmandarin_cover.jpg?v=1779468320"},{"product_id":"enchantment-of-ancient-trees-ripe-pu-erh","title":"Enchantment of Ancient Trees Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2018 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe (fermented) Pu-erh (grade: 1-3) \u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang Mountain, Menghai County, Yunnan Province\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not often that ripe Pu-erh engenders a high degree of excitement but this one is definitely an exception: Thick, dense, bold and so delicious. This tea is made from ancient trees that are around 300 years old.  The leaves have been fermented using the local mountain spring water.  After the fermentation process completed, the tea was further stored for three years to stabilize its overall quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePremium leave source, perfect fermentation process, and good post-fermentation care are key ingredients for a good ripe Pu-erh.  This tea has it all.  As Master Chan advised Linda Louie, “I believe\u003cem\u003e The Enchantment of Ancient Trees\u003c\/em\u003e will be the best ripe Pu-erh you will have come across in recent years.”\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"100 gram cake","offer_id":47480885706804,"sku":"05-ENCANC-002","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7 cake tong","offer_id":47480885739572,"sku":"05-ENCANC-003","price":525.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_enchantmentofancient_cover.jpg?v=1780370131"},{"product_id":"sweet-rice-scent-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Sweet Rice Scent Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2016\u003cbr\u003eSize: 10 coins (~80 grams)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe (fermented) Pu-erh \u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Sweet Rice Leaf,\" grown in the mountains of China's Yunnan Province, is known for its natural scent that is akin to that of sweet rice. Chopped up Sweet Rice leaves are added to Pu-erh leaves during fermentation. The result is a ripe Pu-erh that offers a warming and sweet rice scent. This tea is pressed in 8g mini coins and is convenient for use at home, in the office or during travel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea was previously wrapped in red foil. The new delivery is wrapped in gold foil. The tea is the same, only the wrapper has changed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471420637236,"sku":"05-SWEETR-001","price":26.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_sweetrice_cover2.jpg?v=1779656180"},{"product_id":"2019-still-love-you-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"2019 Still Love You Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2019 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Menghai, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eUsing leaves picked from tea trees between 100 to 200-years-old, and adding an infusion made from Agarwood and Sweet Rice Scent Leaf, this tea is smooth and mellow without the strong earthy taste that is typical in young ripe pu-erhs. The addition of Agarwood and Sweet Rice Scent Leaf offers a sweet and woodsy finish, contributing to a feeling of calm and contentment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“2019” and “Still Love You” are homophones in Mandarin. Master Vesper Chan produced this tea to express his gratitude to his supporters for the past 30 years since he started his tea business.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471421095988,"sku":"05-2019ST-001","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_2019stillloveyou_cover.jpg?v=1779656180"},{"product_id":"golden-needles-white-lotus-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Golden Needles White Lotus Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2013 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 200 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang Mountain, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe leaves from this tea were selected from young arbor trees ranging from 50 to 80-years old, grown naturally in the high mountains of the Bulang region. Because of the pristine growing conditions of the tea trees, this tea is clean, flavorful and mellow.  It carries a light cooling '\u003cem\u003egan\u003c\/em\u003e', and leaves a floral aroma in the cup.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"200 gram cake","offer_id":47824734453812,"sku":"05-GLDNEE-001","price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47824734486580,"sku":"05-GLDNEE-002","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5 cake tong","offer_id":47824734519348,"sku":"05-GLDNEE-003","price":360.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_goldenneedles_cover.jpg?v=1779468036"},{"product_id":"worthy-fragrance-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Worthy Fragrance Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2012 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 357 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is a blend of leaves from three famous tea regions in Xishuangbanna: He Kai, Pa Sha and Ban Pen. Made from old trees, this tea is rich, flavorful and durable, lasting many infusions. What stands out about this tea, however, is the palpable cooling sensation felt in the throat after a few sips. This sensation brings about a relaxed and comfortable experience that calls for a second cup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"357 gram cake","offer_id":47669159133236,"sku":"05-WORTHY-001","price":182.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 grams","offer_id":47669159166004,"sku":"05-WORTHY-002","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_worthyfragrance_cover.jpg?v=1779468145"},{"product_id":"ruyi-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Ruyi Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2020 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang Mountain, Menghai County, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRuyi in Chinese means best wishes. Hope this tea will bring you all the best!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea meets all the criteria for a quality ripe pu-erh. The raw materials are picked from the sustainable, eco tea region in Bulang Mountain. The fermentation of this tea is conducted by a very experienced tea master, who ferments the leaves to perfection. Additionally, this tea is blended with older vintage leaves between 2015 to 2019, making this tea a uniquely delicious tea to drink now or to consume after further aging. Smooth, clean, and simply delicious, this tea has a rich mouth-feel and a soothing and cooling finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"120 gram cake","offer_id":47478839083060,"sku":"05-RUYIRI-001","price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 cake box","offer_id":47478839115828,"sku":"05-RUYIRI-002","price":351.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_ruyi_cover.jpg?v=1779468313"},{"product_id":"chang-an-ripe-pu-erh-100-grams","title":"Chang-an Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2011 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 2-4\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Lincang Prefecture, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eIf you like the Chang-an Lucky Coins, you will like this Chang-an brick even more. This is a collector's edition because pressed leaves create a more stable aging condition for the leaves and are better able to retain their fragrance and character. This brick is made from old arbor trees and its production was closely supervised by Master Vesper Chan. The 2010 and 2011 editions of this tea have enjoyed great popularity in Hong Kong and China. Smooth and rich, this tea offers a bold full body with a subtle sweet aftertaste that lasts up to 10 infusions. This tea possesses all the necessary elements to be aged into a fine ripe Pu-erh tea in the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tea brick is pressed tightly and requires some effort to break. Those who undertake the excavation will find a surprise waiting inside.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBamboo Gift Box Available\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor an additional $10, Bana is offering a lovely bamboo gift box made specifically for the Chang-an Brick. The lid is embellished with a handsome design. 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It was, here that Mr. Zhou honed his tea making skills. In 2005, Mr. Zhou started his own tea factory where he produced his tea according to the traditional methods and the high standards of Menghai Tea Factory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing premium leaf materials, this tea is flavorful and bold with a nice sweet finish. In time, it is expected to become mellow but savory. Bana sourced this tea direct from Mr. Zhou and is able to offer this tea at a very affordable price. If you are a fan of ripe pu-erh, this tea would be a great choice for your daily consumption. If you are interested in collecting pu-erh, this tea will bring you pleasant surprises after some years of aging. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471422013492,"sku":"05-TASTEM-001","price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_tasteofmenghai_cover.jpg?v=1780370130"},{"product_id":"millennium-feng-fragrance-ripe-pu-erh-tea","title":"Millennium Feng Fragrance Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2000 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 50 grams (1.75 oz.)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Feng Qing, Lincang County, Yunnan Province\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste characteristics: This tea was produced by the historic Feng Qing Tea Factory in Yunnan. The words to describe this tea are: 'unique' and 'one-of-a kind.' Instead of possessing the typical ripe pu-erh flavor profile, this tea offers the scent of American ginseng and rice soup. Gentle, soft, yet thick and incredibly savory, this is one of those teas that grabs you at first sip in a way that you will not forget. Aged ripe tea of this caliber is hard to come by and limited in quantity. Add it to your collection before it is too late.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471422046260,"sku":"05-MILFEN-001","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_millenniumfeng_box.jpg?v=1779468927"},{"product_id":"brilliant-success-ripe-pu-erh","title":"Brilliant Success Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2021 Spring Harvest\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 280 grams\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe (fermented) Pu-erh (grade: 1-3) \u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Bulang and Mengsong, Yunnan Province\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrillant Success Pu-erh cake is the product of an unprecedented collaboration between Tea Master Vesper Chan and the historic Xiaguan Tea Factory, which was established in 1941. During its early days, Xiaguan Tea Factory primarily supplied compressed Tuo Cha (birds nest-shaped Pu-erh) and heart-shaped Pu-erh tea to Tibet. In 1975, it was first to export Pu-erh tea to France and subsequently Japan. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tea is made with selected leaves from large arbor trees from two major tea regions and the leaves were fermented by skilled tea masters who adhere to traditional fermentation techniques with advanced utilities equipped by the state-of-the-art Xiaguan Tea Factory located on the foothills of the pristine Cangshan Mountain in Dali, in Northwest Yunnan. The resulting product is a ripe tea that is thick, bright, and smooth with a hint of burnt sugar. 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Made with leaves from old-growth tea trees in the Bulang tea region, this tea is full-body, flavorful, and rich. What sets this tea apart from other ripe Pu-erhs is its velvety, thick texture and it's incredible mouthfeel. This one will stay with you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471422177332,"sku":"05-ELEPHA-001","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_elephanthill_cover.jpg?v=1779468152"},{"product_id":"bamboo-clasp-green-mandarin-pu-erh-tea","title":"Bamboo-clasp Green Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100g or 3.5 oz (8 to 10 pcs depending on the size of each piece)  \u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented) stuffed into the shell of a green mandarin.\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Green mandarin peel is from Xinhui, Guangdong Prefecture. Ripe pu-erh is from Yunnan Province.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is 100% hand-crafted. Premium ripe pu-erh is stuffed into a hollow green mandarin shell, dried under the sun, and two tiny bamboo strips brace a lid to cover the opening of the fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMandarin fruits are picked at varying periods starting in July when the fruits are still green and not fully ripened. The fruits of these unripened green mandarins are not consumed but are perfect to blend with ripe pu-erh. The earthy flavor of the ripe pu-erh is enhanced by the tangy citrus flavor from the green mandarin peel, resulting in a refreshing and delicious drink, whether served cold or hot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMandarin peels are known for their soothing qualities. 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Several years ago, he experimented using leaves harvested from arbor trees picked during the spring harvest and fermented them using the local mountain spring water. The finished ripe pu-erh is aged for a few years to improve its overall quality. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Noble Scholar is made under the above-mentioned high standards as evidenced by its thickness, silkiness, and richness. Master Chan advises those who own this tea to pay attention to its soft but rich mouthfeel, its clarity, and its savory finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is beautifully packaged in a red box with a gold-embossed design. Each order contains t\u003cspan\u003ewo blocks of ~50g each. Each block contains six squares of ~8g each. 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Following the fermentation process, the tea leaves are meticulously sorted by grade, with Palace ripe pu-erh being the top grade. The tea is composed of the finest leaves and more buds, which are visible in the dry leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea has been aged in Hong Kong for 30 years, which contributes to its exceptional quality, resulting in a tea that is known for its smoothness, viscosity, and rice soup-like consistency. 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One of the reasons for its appeal is that ripe pu-erh undergoes a true fermentation process, resulting in a tea that is neither acidic nor bitter. However, achieving a well-fermented ripe pu-erh requires the expertise of a skilled and experienced tea master.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDenong Tea Company has produced such a tea in this particular aged ripe Pu-erh, which is available in a collector's edition of a 2-kg bricks. The tea offers a combination of woody, herbaceous and sweet flavors. After two decades of aging, this tea has developed an incredibly clean and smooth profile with a sweet and enduring finish that lingers on the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have broken the brick into 50 gram sizes for your convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"50 gram bag","offer_id":47890368299060,"sku":"05-ENDURI-001","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 gram sample","offer_id":47890368331828,"sku":"05-ENDURI-002","price":7.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_enduringlegacy_overhead.jpg?v=1779468395"},{"product_id":"green-mandarin-ripe-pu-erh","title":"Green Mandarin Ripe Pu-erh","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2024\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100g (10 pieces)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented) stuffed in the shell of a green mandarin\u003cbr\u003eProduction area:Green mandarin is from Xinhui, Guangdong, China. Ripe Pu-erh is from Yunnan, China \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen Mandarin Pu-erh is a popular scented tea produced in China. In the summer, unripened mandarin oranges are carefully picked and hollowed out. The empty fruit shells are then dried and stuffed with ripe pu-erh tea. The combination of the green mandarin peels and the ripe pu-erh allows the citrusy notes of the mandarin to infuse into the earthy, complex flavors of the pu-erh, resulting in a delicious and harmonious blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tea is very easy to prepare, simply unwrap, pour hot water, steep briefly, and drink. The tea tastes flavorful even after multiple steeping.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*** Some green mandarin pu-erh pieces may have a layer of white substance on the surface. The white substance is known as \"orange crystal oil,\" which is a crystalline substance formed by the precipitation of volatile oil in the orange peel. The volatile oil is one of the key components of Xinhui mandarin's food and nutritional value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471423324212,"sku":"05-GREMAN-001","price":27.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_greenmandarin_cover.jpg?v=1779468360"},{"product_id":"french-export-yunnan-tuo-cha-pu-erh-tea","title":"French Export Yunnan Tuo Cha Ripe Pu-erh Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage: 2007\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 100g (3.5 oz)\u003cbr\u003eType: Ripe Pu-erh (fermented)\u003cbr\u003eGrade: 1-3\u003cbr\u003eProduction area: Dali, Yunnan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced directly from Xiaguan Tea Factory in Dali, Yunnan Province, this tea is the iconic edition that was exported to France in 1976. The bowl-shaped pu-erh tuo cha, which dates back to 1902, was a major tea transported to Tibet from Yunnan through the Ancient Tea Horse Road.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis tuo cha has been aged in the warehouse of Xiaguan Tea Factory for almost two decades. The unique climate in high elevation Dali, which is dry and windy, creates a unique storage condition for the Xiaguan tea. There is a slight smoke scent, which is the signature scent in Xiaguan tea, and there are many brighter notes that are reminiscent of an aged raw pu-erh. What sets this ripe pu-erh tuo cha apart from other ripe pu-erh is the cooling sensation left (gan) in the mouth afterwards, which is rare among ripe pu-erh.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor more information about the history Xiaguan Tuo Cha, please \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/pu-erh-teas\/history-of-tuo-cha-pu-erh-tea\" alt=\"Tuo cha Pu-erh History\"\u003eclick here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bana Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47471423356980,"sku":"05-FRETUO-001","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0748\/1825\/6948\/files\/bana_frenchexport_cover.jpg?v=1780370131"}],"url":"https:\/\/banateacompany.us\/collections\/ripe-pu-erh-teas.oembed?page=3","provider":"Bana Tea Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}