Bing Dao Ice Island Tea Cake:

Bing Dao Ice Island Tea Cake is a shou puer grown near Lincang in southwestern Yunnan Province. This famous tea-growing region sits at least 1400 meters above sea level. Bing Dao means “Ice Island.” The tea can be described as having a “hui gan” quality, which is a combination of flavor and sensation. There is a sweetness that arrives after bitterness, along with a pleasant, cooling feeling on the tongue. This cake is also considered “gushu,” or coming from ancient trees. Gushu teas are also said to age particularly well.

Ingredients: Puer Tea Leaves.

Flavor Profile:

Smooth, soft texture with a light sweetness. Notes of mandarin citrus peel come before a cooling “hui gan” sensation.

Brewing Instructions:

Every tea is different and can be brewed in different ways. The chart below is not a hard-and-fast guide for brewing this tea, but rather a place to get started. Steeping time may vary based on your personal taste or on how many infusions have already been done. Experiment with the brewing of your tea to discover its unique character.