{"product_id":"2019-aged-gong-ting-imperial-grade-ripe-pu-erh-loose-leaf","title":"2019 Aged Gong Ting Imperial Grade Ripe Pu-erh Loose Leaf","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; color: #333; line-height: 1.6; max-width: 900px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 1.1em; color: #555; margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrient Cha: 2019 Aged Gong Ting (Imperial Grade) Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e — The epitome of elegance in the world of Shou Pu-erh. Known as \"Imperial Grade\" for its exclusive use of the finest, gold-tipped tender buds, this 2019 vintage has undergone six years of professional natural aging. The result is a remarkably silken, dark-amber liquor that exudes a sophisticated depth of forest wood and sun-dried fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f8f5f2; padding: 25px; border-radius: 4px; margin-bottom: 35px; border: 1px solid #ede7e1;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #5d4037; font-size: 1.2em; border-bottom: 2px solid #5d4037; display: inline-block; padding-bottom: 5px;\"\u003eTea Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; font-size: 0.95em; margin-top: 10px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold; width: 35%;\"\u003eGrade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eGong Ting (Imperial \/ Highest Grade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eHigh-Altitude Yunnan, China (1,200m – 1,600m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eVintage Year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003e2019 (Naturally Aged for 6+ Years)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px 0; border-bottom: 1px solid #eee;\"\u003eLoose Leaf (Maximum Aroma Surface)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eThe \"Gong Ting\" Standard: Artistry in Every Bud\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the traditional Pu-erh grading system, \u003cstrong\u003eGong Ting (Imperial)\u003c\/strong\u003e represents the highest echelon of raw material. Unlike lower grades that use larger leaves and stems, this tea is composed strictly of the youngest, gold-flecked buds. This meticulous selection ensures a texture that is exceptionally creamy and free of the \"earthy\" harshness found in mass-market Ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff; padding: 25px; border-left: 4px solid #5d4037; margin: 30px 0; box-shadow: 0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.05);\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #5d4037;\"\u003eThe Convenience of Rapid Maturity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile tea cakes are prized for long-term investment, our \u003cstrong\u003eLoose Leaf Ripe Pu-erh\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for the modern connoisseur. Without the compression of a cake, these delicate buds have higher exposure to air, accelerating the mellowing process. After six years, the \"Wo Dui\" (piling) scent has completely vanished, leaving behind only the pure, clean essence of aged wood and dark dates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50;\"\u003eSensory Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"color: #555;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comforting notes of aged agarwood, sun-dried jujube (red dates), and a hint of bittersweet dark chocolate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvety and thick. It glides over the palate with zero astringency, revealing layers of forest-floor depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean and warming, with a lingering sweetness that soothes the throat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"color: #2c3e50; text-align: center; margin-top: 40px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003eBrewing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; gap: 15px; justify-content: space-between;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; border: 1px solid #eee; padding: 15px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #5d4037;\"\u003eWater Temp\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e100°C (212°F)\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eBoiling water is essential for full-bodied Ripe Pu-erh.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; border: 1px solid #eee; padding: 15px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #5d4037;\"\u003eTea Ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7g - 8g | 150ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eGong Ting buds are dense; a generous pinch yields a richer cup.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"flex: 1; min-width: 200px; border: 1px solid #eee; padding: 15px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #5d4037;\"\u003eSteeping Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e10 - 20 Seconds\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eFast steeps prevent over-concentration and keep the liquor clear.\u003c\/small\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"orientcha","offers":[{"title":"15g Taster | 0.53oz ($0.73\/g","offer_id":47536528818333,"sku":"GT-RIPE-2019-15G","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g Discovery | 1.75oz ($0.50\/g)","offer_id":47536528851101,"sku":"GT-RIPE-2019-50G","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g Classic | 3.53oz ($0.38\/g)","offer_id":47536528883869,"sku":"GT-RIPE-2019-100G","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300g Pantry | 10.58oz ($0.32\/g)","offer_id":47536528916637,"sku":"GT-RIPE-2019-300G","price":95.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500g Value Bag | 17.64oz ($0.30\/g)","offer_id":47536528949405,"sku":"GT-RIPE-2019-500G","price":149.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0747\/6291\/1901\/files\/1_f2055dc6-1c40-4163-88e3-a14b13ecce01.jpg?v=1767523303","url":"https:\/\/orientcha.com\/products\/2019-aged-gong-ting-imperial-grade-ripe-pu-erh-loose-leaf","provider":"orientcha","version":"1.0","type":"link"}