Xiao Qing Gan Premium Pu-erh 2015 - 10-Year Aged Cha Tou in Citrus

Premium 2015 Xiao Qing Gan Pu-erh - 10-Year Aged Cha Tou Ripe Pu-erh in King Orange

Experience the exceptional harmony of this premium Xiao Qing Gan (小青柑), featuring 10-year aged cha tou ripe pu-erh tea cured inside fresh king orange fruit. These small green oranges from the world-renowned Tianma village in Xinhui district (Guangdong Province) are filled with exceptionally sweet and aromatic cha tou - the prized clotted parts of ripe pu-erh that form during fermentation. This authentic collector's edition combines the citrus essence of premium Xinhui oranges with the depth of aged pu-erh, creating a unique and treasured tea experience.

Xiao Qing Gan - Small Green Citrus Pu-erh

Xiao Qing Gan (小青柑 - Small Green Citrus) is a specialty tea that combines ripe pu-erh with young green citrus fruit. The small king oranges are harvested while still green, hollowed out, filled with aged pu-erh tea, and then dried. During the curing process, the pu-erh absorbs the citrus essential oils, creating a tea with distinctive fruity, sweet, and refreshing character.

Xinhui King Orange - World-Renowned Quality

These king oranges originate from Tianma village in Xinhui district (Jiangmen city, Guangdong province), which is world-renowned for producing the highest quality citrus fruits. Xinhui oranges are celebrated for their exceptional fragrance, rich essential oils, and superior medicinal properties. The region's unique climate and soil create citrus with unmatched quality.

10-Year Aged Cha Tou - Premium Ripe Pu-erh

The pu-erh filling is 10-year aged cha tou (茶头 - tea nuggets), which are the clotted parts of ripe pu-erh tea that naturally crumble off during fermentation. Cha tou is exceptionally sweet and aromatic, with a smoother, more concentrated flavor than regular ripe pu-erh. It also has exceptional endurance, producing even more steeps than most ripe pu-erh teas. The 10 years of aging have developed remarkable depth, smoothness, and complexity.

Distinctive Flavor Profile

The flavor profile combines the sweet, mellow character of aged cha tou with the bright, refreshing citrus notes of Xinhui orange. The tea offers smooth, sweet ripe pu-erh depth, bright citrus fragrance and flavor, natural fruity sweetness, warming and comforting character, and a clean, refreshing finish. The citrus essence adds a delightful complexity that makes this tea both unique and highly enjoyable.

Health Benefits

Xiao Qing Gan combines the benefits of aged ripe pu-erh and citrus peel. The tea aids digestion and soothes the stomach, supports respiratory health and clears phlegm, provides warming and comforting effects, helps regulate qi and reduce bloating, offers antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and promotes overall wellness. The citrus peel is valued in traditional Chinese medicine for its digestive and respiratory benefits.

Key Features:

Tea Type: Specialty Pu-erh - Xiao Qing Gan (小青柑 - Small Green Citrus Pu-erh)
Pu-erh Type: 10-year aged cha tou (茶头) ripe pu-erh (aged since 2015)
Citrus: Xinhui king orange from Tianma village, Guangdong Province
Grade: Premium authentic collector's edition
Cha Tou Quality: Exceptionally sweet, aromatic, high endurance
Citrus Quality: World-renowned Xinhui oranges with rich essential oils
Flavor Profile: Sweet, mellow, citrus-bright, fruity, warming
Character: Smooth, refreshing, comforting
Endurance: Exceptional - can be steeped many times
Unique Quality: Perfect harmony of aged pu-erh and premium citrus

Brewing Guide:

Preparation: Use whole citrus or break into pieces for stronger flavor
Tea Amount: 1 whole small citrus per 150-200ml, or pieces to taste
Water Temperature: 95-100°C (203-212°F) - boiling water recommended
Rinse: Quick 5-second rinse to awaken the tea, discard this infusion
First Infusion: 10-20 seconds
Subsequent Infusions: Can be re-steeped 10-15+ times, increasing time gradually
Teaware: Gaiwan, teapot, or travel mug
Alternative: Can be simmered for a richer, more concentrated brew