Shu Pu-Erh Lao Cha Tou from Simao

Shu Pu-Erh Lao Cha Tou from Simao. The name of this unique tea translates as “Old Tea Heads”. It’s a special form of shu pu-erh, created naturally during the post-fermentation process—dense clumps of leaves form in the lower layers of the pile due to heat and humidity.

The liquor has a deep, dark ruby color. The taste is intense and nutty, with notes reminiscent of walnut, a thick, oily texture, and a hint of astringency. Lao Cha Tou is known for its rich, layered character and excellent durability—it can be steeped many times without losing flavor.

A perfect tea for colder days or moments that call for deep focus and grounding.

Net weight: 25–100 g

Brewing instructions: Use 8 g of tea per 100 ml of water at 90–100 °C. Minimum number of steeps: 6–8. Quickly rinse the tea leaves with boiling water before the first infusion to awaken the tea.

Best brewed in: a teapot, gaiwan, glass, or a cup with an infuser and lid. It can also be simmered in a 0.5 L kettle.

Harvest: 2017

Country of origin: China, Yunnan Province

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