Black I Pu'er Shu Bing

Pu'er Shu Bing tea is also known as ripe Pu'er. Lao Ban Zhang (老班章) is one of the most famous tea-growing villages in the province of Yunnan and is known for producing highly prized Pu’er tea. Lao Ban Zhang ripe Pu’er offers a rare combination of a prestige tea with smooth drinkability, giving a softer, more accessible expression of a region famous for bold teas.
 
🌱 What makes it special?
Prestigious origin: Lao Ban Zhang is often called the “king of Pu’er” regions
Ripe (熟 shu) processing: Undergoes fermentation (渥堆 wo dui), creating a smooth, ready-to-drink tea
High-quality leaf material: Often uses strong, thick leaves from ancient tea trees
🌱 Flavour profile
Rich and deep: Classic ripe Pu’er earthiness
Smooth and mellow: Less bitterness than raw versions
Notes of: dark chocolate, wood, dates, and sometimes a subtle sweetness
🌱 Character & reputation
Lao Ban Zhang teas are known for their strength and body, even in ripe form
Compared to typical ripe Pu’er, it tends to have more depth and a lingering intensity
🌱 How is it prepared?
Brewed with boiling water 
Ideal for gongfu-style brewing with multiple infusions
Produces a dark red-brown, thick full-bodied liquor
 
Recommended water temperature 100°C