Review topics: ["price","energy","material","tea","ripe","choice","difference","surprise","overtones"].
Reviews
Solid well made tea with complexity
"This is a really nice tea. It starts with that herbal medicinal puer flavor that people neither like or don't, but it clean and the texture has some nice weight to it. . . after a couple steeps, a new character comes through which is hard to describe but quite lovely. I love the experience of having this tea and the way it unfolds. Lastly, it has a really nice energy that's not too buzzy, yet still awakening. . ."
— Vance W. (4/5)
WOW
"If you are a shou lover this is a must buy!!!!!!! The review is accurate as this tea has a fabulous price and is very tasty and satisfying."
— Gary T. (5/5)
really good tea
"Strong, sweet and balsamic. This is a quality tea with character."
— suttogo (5/5)
For the lovers of old school ripe!
"This tea really reminds me of an early 200 Menghai and Xinghai tea factory porductions. The fermentation is stong, with a prolonging sweetness and good camphor aromatics. This is undoubtably one of the best Lincang ripes i've experienced. Frankly, the base material might be a little too young and thus this tea is not to be pushed. After finishing half a cake i understand that this tea produces good 3-5 infusions. Which is perfect if you want a good ripe to start your day. If you are buying factory ripe for casual session and you like sweet ripe - get a cake. It is a steal"
— tony (5/5)
a big surprise
"bought this about six months ago and let it sit - what a pleasant surprise, this is a sophisticated, subtle shou - strongly recommended, would quickly make it to the very top of your favorite ripes I am sure, and what value as well"
— Cary K. (5/5)
Incredible bargain
"I bought a whole cake following Scott's suggestion and I couldn't be more satisfied. This is an excellent ripe that brews dark and is full of flavour. I really recommend it if you're into bolder, not overly sweet ripes. This has some fruity notes, but is more into the camphor/spices territory, and can get a bit bitter if you push it. It later turns earthier and gentler, but remains interesting and lasts for long. I'd be buying a whole tong if my storage space wasn't so limited! I think this tea will be mind blowing a few years from now."
— Jandro (5/5)
Grateful for Yunnan Tea’s!
"Absolutely the best service, prices and product! Love this place!"
— Kim C. (5/5)
Initial Purchase
"First time customer. (I had been buying elsewhere for a decade.) Arriving here, I was overwhelmed by the dizzying choices. Scott offered to assist, asking what I usually drank, then offered suggestions. Jiu Wan "Impression" was #1 on my list. This is a robust tea, with darker overtones, that suits me nicely. I am not one to notice subtle differences, but Jiu Wan Impression holds flavor through several brewings. I intend to order several more cakes and put them away for as long as I can. This was a good choice for me."
— Worthington S. (5/5)
Initial Purchase
"First time customer. (I had been buying elsewhere for a decade.) Arriving here, I was overwhelmed by the dizzying choices. Scott offered to assist, asking what I usually drank, then offered suggestions. Jiu Wan "Impression" was #1 on my list. This is a robust tea, with darker overtones, that suits me nicely. I am not one to notice subtle differences, but Jiu Wan Impression holds flavor through several brewings. I intend to order several more cakes and put them away for as long as I can. This was a good choice for me."
— Worthington S. (5/5)
Without the option available to
"Without the option available to sample, I went for it and blindly bought a cake of this tea a few months ago. From the very first sip, I’ve been so glad I did. Really wonderful blend of what looks to be mostly larger grade material. Very affordable price for such great quality. Brews up a dark, thick soup that is engaging all the way through the session. Very clean, uplifting energy. One of my favorite younger shou teas I’ve tried. I eventually bought a tong and look forward to drinking much more of this tea. If you’re considering trying this tea or on the fence about going in on a whole cake without the sample, I’d highly recommend it."
— Michael E. (5/5)
