Pressed in 2003 and aged in Dali and Kunming, Seven Obscurities is a beautifully matured ripe (shou) Puerh with depth and presence. The brew is smooth and full-bodied, with earthy layers that evoke forest floor, aged leather, and umami-rich mushrooms. Subtle hints of incense and spice emerge as the tea opens, making each steep a grounded and contemplative experience. This exceptional tuocha has become one of our most prized aged Puerhs—ideal for meaningful moments or quiet reflection.
Flavor Profile
Mushroom, earthy undertones, leather, forest floor, subtle incense
Pressed in 2003 | Aged in Dali until 2018, then Kunming | 250g Tuocha
Ingredients
2003 Ripe (Shou) Chinese Puerh Tea.
Brewing Instructions
8 oz Cup
- Break off approximately one heaping teaspoon of puerh into infuser.
- Heat water to 190° F (before boiling).
- Pour 8 oz. of hot water over tea leaves.
- Steep for 3-10 minutes (depending on taste preference).
- Remove infuser and enjoy tea. Can be steeped three or more times.
Puerh teas can be brewed multiple times. Re-steep the same leaves, gradually increasing the infusion time until the leaves no longer yield a full flavor.
Potful
As above, you will need to break off as many teaspoons of dry leaf into your infuser as cups you wish to drink. Next, place the infuser in your pot and fill the pot with the appropriate amount of 190°-to-boiling water and let it sit for 3 to 10 minutes, depending on how dark & strong you want your brew. If cooler water is used or the steeping time is kept to 3 minutes, the same leaves can be infused 3 times. Remove the infuser before drinking and be sure to watch how strong the brew is going!
Puerh teas typically have as much, if not more caffeine than black teas.
