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Pu-erh

Literal Translation

An aged, fermented tea from Yunnan Province. Compressed into cakes, bricks, or bowls. Can be aged for decades. The variation in flavour across different ages and storage conditions is as complex as wine. An acquired taste that is worth acquiring.