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“So I will say I have tried this tea twice now and after a rest, the flavor has opened up some. It is certainly on the subtle end of shengs, though. I do quite like it, but I think at the price...” Read full tasting note
This 2005 Xiaguan T8653 Thick Paper Iron Cake is a very solid choice for anyone looking to enjoy semi-aged classic factory raw puerh productions.
The wet leaves give off a really nice incense-like aroma mixed with hints of wood and caramelized sugars – a promising start. Once steeped, you get a lovely aged woodiness with loads of huigan (a minty coolness in the throat) right from the start. There is an interesting sweet thickness to the liquor, lively with notes of sweet plum and a touch of tartness. By the third steep, the tea starts flexing, showing off strength and body but without any unwanted bitterness. Overall, it’s warming, complex, and clearly well-made. Highly recommended.
The tea has been stored in Taiwan until mid 2024. The wrappers have some dings and are showing some age. Each cake is approximately 357 grams.
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Xiaguan Tea Factory (Yunnan Sourcing)So I will say I have tried this tea twice now and after a rest, the flavor has opened up some. It is certainly on the subtle end of shengs, though. I do quite like it, but I think at the price ($0.37/g), the Haiwan 7458 is a much better purchase. However, I’m glad to try this classic iron cake recipe that I have seen on so many puerh vendor websites!
Decent longevity of 12-15 infusions. Mild sweetness with no astringency or bitterness. But unfortunately, the smell does more than the flavor, so it’s not quite what I’m looking for at the moment. Make no mistake, though: I will definitely enjoy finishing the sample!
Flavors: Smoke, Sweet
