2022 Yunnan Ancient Tree Shou Mei White Tea Dragon Pearl
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Three centuries of ancient tree wisdom compressed into a single 7g pearl—experience the profound floral honey aroma and silky elegance that only Yunnan's rarest 300-year-old tea trees can deliver.
What Makes It Unique
- 300-Year-Old Ancient Tree Leaves — Irreplaceable depth and complexity from trees that predate modern cultivation.
- Single Pearl, Perfect Serving — Each 7g dragon pearl is one complete session, eliminating guesswork and waste.
- Hand-Rolled Artisan Craft — Tight, uniform pearls preserve peak freshness and unfurl beautifully when brewed.
- Intense Floral Honey Aroma — Yunnan large-leaf terroir delivers sweetness that plantation tea cannot replicate.
- Kunming Dry Storage Certified — High-altitude, low-humidity aging ensures pure flavor with zero off-notes.
The Story Behind This Tea
In the remote highlands of Lincang, Yunnan, ancient tea forests have stood for centuries—long before commercial plantations existed. These are not cultivated gardens but living ecosystems where tea trees grow alongside native flora, drawing nutrients from undisturbed soil and mountain mist. The leaves used in this white tea come exclusively from trees verified to be over 300 years old, each one a survivor of time, weather, and history.
White tea production follows the most minimal intervention of all tea types. According to the Chinese national standard GB/T 22291-2017, authentic white tea undergoes only withering (萎凋, Wěi Diāo) and drying—no pan-firing, no rolling that breaks cell walls. This Shou Mei, however, receives one additional step: skilled artisans hand-roll (手工揉制, Shǒu Gōng Róu Zhì) each portion into compact dragon pearls. This technique requires precise pressure to create tight, uniform spheres without damaging the tender spring buds. The result is a tea that stores beautifully and releases its character slowly across multiple infusions. baike.baidu.com What distinguishes ancient tree white tea from standard plantation Shou Mei is terroir expressed through time. A 300-year-old root system reaches deep into mineral-rich subsoil, absorbing trace elements that young trees simply cannot access. When you brew this tea, the first thing you notice is the aroma—not the subtle grassiness of conventional white tea, but an assertive floral honey fragrance that fills the room. The liquor delivers a silky mouthfeel with pronounced sweetness that builds rather than fades. By the fifth or sixth infusion, when lesser teas turn thin, this ancient tree material continues to offer clean, lasting sweetness. This is the signature of genuine old-growth Yunnan: depth that reveals itself over time.
After harvest and processing, these dragon pearls were transferred to Kunming for professional dry storage. Kunming's high elevation (1,900 meters) and naturally low humidity create ideal aging conditions—the tea transforms slowly without developing musty notes or absorbing environmental odors. This is not tea that sat in a warehouse; it is tea that was cared for with the expectation that discerning drinkers would one day experience it at its best.
Ready to Start Your White Tea Journey?
Why Trust This Tea:
- Verified Ancient Tree Origin — Sourced directly from Lincang's protected ancient tea forests, with full traceability to 300+ year-old trees.
- Professional Dry Storage — Aged in Kunming's optimal high-altitude, low-humidity environment, guaranteeing purity and no off-flavors.
- Convenient Precision Format — Each 7g pearl is individually wrapped, preserving freshness and providing exact portions for consistent brewing.
This is your opportunity to taste three centuries of Yunnan terroir in a single cup. Ancient tree white tea of this caliber appears rarely on the international market—when it does, it does not last. Add to cart now and secure your box before this limited harvest is gone.
Three centuries of ancient tree wisdom compressed into a single 7g pearl—experience the profound floral honey aroma and silky elegance that only Yunnan's rarest 300-year-old tea trees can deliver.
What Makes It Unique
- 300-Year-Old Ancient Tree Leaves — Irreplaceable depth and complexity from trees that predate modern cultivation.
- Single Pearl, Perfect Serving — Each 7g dragon pearl is one complete session, eliminating guesswork and waste.
- Hand-Rolled Artisan Craft — Tight, uniform pearls preserve peak freshness and unfurl beautifully when brewed.
- Intense Floral Honey Aroma — Yunnan large-leaf terroir delivers sweetness that plantation tea cannot replicate.
- Kunming Dry Storage Certified — High-altitude, low-humidity aging ensures pure flavor with zero off-notes.
The Story Behind This Tea
In the remote highlands of Lincang, Yunnan, ancient tea forests have stood for centuries—long before commercial plantations existed. These are not cultivated gardens but living ecosystems where tea trees grow alongside native flora, drawing nutrients from undisturbed soil and mountain mist. The leaves used in this white tea come exclusively from trees verified to be over 300 years old, each one a survivor of time, weather, and history.
White tea production follows the most minimal intervention of all tea types. According to the Chinese national standard GB/T 22291-2017, authentic white tea undergoes only withering (萎凋, Wěi Diāo) and drying—no pan-firing, no rolling that breaks cell walls. This Shou Mei, however, receives one additional step: skilled artisans hand-roll (手工揉制, Shǒu Gōng Róu Zhì) each portion into compact dragon pearls. This technique requires precise pressure to create tight, uniform spheres without damaging the tender spring buds. The result is a tea that stores beautifully and releases its character slowly across multiple infusions. baike.baidu.com What distinguishes ancient tree white tea from standard plantation Shou Mei is terroir expressed through time. A 300-year-old root system reaches deep into mineral-rich subsoil, absorbing trace elements that young trees simply cannot access. When you brew this tea, the first thing you notice is the aroma—not the subtle grassiness of conventional white tea, but an assertive floral honey fragrance that fills the room. The liquor delivers a silky mouthfeel with pronounced sweetness that builds rather than fades. By the fifth or sixth infusion, when lesser teas turn thin, this ancient tree material continues to offer clean, lasting sweetness. This is the signature of genuine old-growth Yunnan: depth that reveals itself over time.
After harvest and processing, these dragon pearls were transferred to Kunming for professional dry storage. Kunming's high elevation (1,900 meters) and naturally low humidity create ideal aging conditions—the tea transforms slowly without developing musty notes or absorbing environmental odors. This is not tea that sat in a warehouse; it is tea that was cared for with the expectation that discerning drinkers would one day experience it at its best.
Ready to Start Your White Tea Journey?
Why Trust This Tea:
- Verified Ancient Tree Origin — Sourced directly from Lincang's protected ancient tea forests, with full traceability to 300+ year-old trees.
- Professional Dry Storage — Aged in Kunming's optimal high-altitude, low-humidity environment, guaranteeing purity and no off-flavors.
- Convenient Precision Format — Each 7g pearl is individually wrapped, preserving freshness and providing exact portions for consistent brewing.
This is your opportunity to taste three centuries of Yunnan terroir in a single cup. Ancient tree white tea of this caliber appears rarely on the international market—when it does, it does not last. Add to cart now and secure your box before this limited harvest is gone.
