И Е Шен Ябао (Дикий Белый Пуэр)

White tea from Yunnan province, for which only the young buds of wild pu-erh trees are gathered. It is precisely this wild origin that endows the tea with its particular purity and concentration of beneficial compounds. The buds have barely begun to open, are tinged with reddish tones and reach about a centimetre in length. The liquor comes out light, almost transparent. The dry leaf gives off a scent with notes of dry standing timber and spring blossoms, complemented by a light tropical berriness of ripe apricots. On heating, a spicy bouquet of fragrant herbs and exotic flowers unfolds over a vivid violet base, which gives way to green accents recalling young cucumber; occasionally, scents of porcini mushrooms or forest flowers can be caught. The taste holds romaine lettuce, fresh cucumber, violet, lily, fresh leaves and sea air. The drink is soft, delicate and full-bodied — with a gentle sweetness and light astringency. Honey and fresh herbs linger in the finish. Brew at a water temperature of 80–90 °C. Rich in antioxidants, it supports immunity, improves digestion and metabolism, and has a calming effect. It stands out for its remarkable resilience across multiple infusions.