Packaging:
Classic 1973 pays tribute to the development of modern ripe Pu-erh fermentation; 1973 is the series name, not the harvest year. This Menghai tea uses sun-dried Yunnan large-leaf material and traditional wet-pile fermentation.
Choose the 2019 or 2021 vintage and the size from the options above. The full cake weighs 400g; samples and multi-cake stacks are separate options.
Compared with Golden Bud’s brighter aroma and lighter sweetness, Classic 1973 uses thicker leaf-grade material for a heartier body and deeper wood-cacao character. The tea is dry-stored in Xi’an and sourced through our long-standing tea-farmer partnership.
Scan the QR code on the label for tea details and brewing instructions.
Session estimates use a fresh portion of dry tea each time. Each portion can be infused repeatedly.
Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.
Cary was kind enough to gift me a cake of this one, and I’m glad he did because I find myself reaching for it pretty frequently. While this cake was gifted to me, these are my own words and opinions. I’ve had the 1973 Cake a few times now, and every session reminds me why I enjoy it so much. It opens with a rich maltiness and dark honey sweetness, with notes of chocolate and aged leather developing as the session progresses. The sweetness really sticks around, lingering on the tongue long after each sip and giving the tea a satisfying finish. Yet again, this tea exemplifies Orientaleaf’s clean storage. There’s a depth and richness to it that makes it incredibly easy to drink, while still having enough going on to keep me engaged. This is the kind of tea I’m happy to sit down with for a full session, and clearly one I’ll keep reaching for whenever I’m in the mood for a good cup of shou. If you’re looking for a rich, satisfying shou that you can reach for again and again, I’d absolutely recommend picking up a cake of this one
Explore the ancient and modern benefits of Puerh tea. This guide explains the differences between Raw and Ripe Puerh, highlights key health effects, and offers brewing tips to maximize wellness.
Read moreStart of Winter (立冬) calls for shou pu-erh: an everyday Menghai cake and a 20-year dry-stored 2005 Lincang collector's cake, with brewing notes for both.
Read more
Tracking after dispatch. Rates & delivery estimates
Request within 14 days; tea must remain sealed. Conditions apply
Order or delivery issue? Contact our support team.
