1998 Imperial Collection Pu-erh Tea Cake Cooked/Shou Palace Collection Pu erh Tea Cake (Mature Cake)
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1998 Imperial Collection Shou Pu-erh Tea Cake Overview
The 1998 Imperial Collection Shou Pu-erh Tea Cake (357g) is a rare vintage ripe pu-erh from Yunnan, China. Naturally aged for more than 25 years, it delivers a smooth, mellow, and approachable flavor profile. Collectors value this cake for its balance of camphor aroma, woody depth, and light leather notes.
Flavor & Aroma Profile
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Aroma: Camphor, incense, aged wood.
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Taste: Smooth, rich, with camphor and leather undertones.
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Liquor: Deep reddish-brown, clean and bright.
Why Choose This Vintage Ripe Pu-erh Tea Cake?
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Authentic 1998 vintage pu-erh cake from Yunnan.
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Smooth, light, and beginner-friendly.
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Aged for decades, offering refined camphor and woody notes.
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Collectible and great for long-term storage.
Brewing Guide
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Tea: 6–7g
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Water: 95–100°C
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Rinse: Twice with boiling water
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Steeping: 20–25 seconds for the first infusion
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Re-steeps: Up to 6–8 times
💡 Use a Yixing teapot or porcelain gaiwan to highlight the fragrance.
Storage & Collectibility
Store in a cool, dry, and ventilated space, away from direct sunlight and odors. With proper storage, the 1998 Imperial Collection Shou Pu-erh Tea Cake will continue to improve, adding more depth and sweetness over time.
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