Rishi Tea Ancient Puer Tuo Cha Loose Leaf Herbal Tea Immune Heart Digestion Support USDA Certified Organic Fair Trade Puer Tea Caffeinated 1 lb Bag Makes 115 Cups

Rishi / nounSanskrit: One who is a seer, sage or seeker of truth.The Vanguard of Tea since 1997As is Tradition: This traditional style of Shu Pu'er offers an impressively robust infusion that is credited to our unique blend of vintages ranging from 2-4 years in age. One of the first teas to travel beyond its growing region from Yunnan to Tibet and Mongolia, Pu'er teas were typically compressed for ease of trade in exchange for horses and salt in ancient times.Pu'er Tea in the 21st Century: Today this compressed form is still used for convenience. Its complex personality is revealed over multiple infusions: smooth while robust, a bit sweet and a bit savory, mellow yet powerful.What is Pu'er Tea?: Pu'er tea (pronounced POO-air) is the most oxidized form of tea, often aged. Unlike other teas, pu'er can mellow and improve with age like fine wine instead of getting stale over time. Some pu'er teas are more than 50 years old, and rare pu'er teas sell for many thousands of dollars in Asian specialty stores.Pu'er Tea History 101: Pu'er teas come from China’s Yunnan Province and are named for a city in southern Yunnan. These teas are highly valued in China where the processing methods have been a well-guarded secret for centuries. Pu'er’s distinct flavor comes from the fact that after the leaves are picked, they are made into a sundried base tea called maocha and then fermented. After that, the leaves are aged and then packed into bricks or cakes.Quality YOU Can Count On: We are a Direct Trade importer of organic teas and botanicals from the very best sources.The Rishi Tea Promise: Enjoyable and tasty tea is our mission. If for any reason you are not satisfied with your purchase, don't hesitate to contact our customer service team with 30 days of package delivery.