This 2021 Xia Guan Tuocha Ripe Pu-erh Tea Tuo in Paper is an exemplary classic crafted by the renowned Xia Guan Tea Factory. The Xia Guan Tea Factory has an illustrious history. Its predecessor was the Kangzang Tea Factory, which was founded in 1941. In 1950, the China Tea Company officially incorporated and rechristened it as the "Yunnan Branch of China Tea Company Xia Guan Tea Factory," subsequently undergoing multiple name alterations and restructurings.

The Xia Guan Tea Factory has always been renowned for its tuocha and holds the reputation of "With Jia Tuo in hand, I own the world." It is on par with Yunnan Baiyao and Yunnan Tobacco, collectively known as one of the "Three Treasures of Yunnan."

This tea, packaged in a convenient paper format, offers a hassle-free brewing experience. Each 100-gram tuocha is individually wrapped in striped cotton paper, making it easy to handle. Five of these tuocha are grouped, totaling 500 grams, and then enveloped in kraft paper bags, ensuring the tea's freshness and convenience of storage.

When brewed, the tea liquor presents a lustrous and deep red hue, emanating an alluring and rich aroma. The tuocha is perfectly round, well-structured, and tightly compressed. The tea leaves are plump, distinct, and firm. The rich, smooth, refreshing flavor offers a sweet and long-lasting aftertaste. The tea liquor is exquisitely delicate and silky soft.

The quality of the Xia Guan Tea Factory's offerings remains consistently high. The factory is proficient in brewing Pu-erh and producing various types of fermented tea. Despite minor variations in the year and packaging, each variety of its tea, including black, green, and dark, is an ideal starting point for exploring Pu'er tea. The tea production process, involving the use of high-quality tea leaves and the aging process, ensures the superior quality of this ripe Pu-erh tea.

Like other forms of Chinese tea, this ripe Pu-erh tea is known for its potential health benefits, such as aiding in weight loss. The individually wrapped mini tuo cha and various tea cakes showcase the diversity of tea products. The nest shape and the fermentation process add to their charm, while the health benefits of the tea provide reassurance and confidence in your purchase.

Camellia sinensis, the source of numerous Chinese teas, including Pu-erh, undergoes an elaborate aging process. Aged teas and young raw tea leaves contribute to the unique flavor profiles. The Xia Guan Tea Factory's unparalleled expertise in tea production, demonstrated in the exceptional teas it produces, instills trust and confidence in the quality of the 2021 Xia Guan Tuo Cha Ripe Puerh Tea in Paper, making it a worthy addition to your indulgence and collection.