What is pu-erh tea and where does it come from?

Pu-erh (also written puer or pu'er) is a post-fermented tea produced exclusively in Yunnan province, China. It comes in two styles: sheng (raw/green) which ages naturally over years or decades developing complex flavours, and shu (ripe) which undergoes accelerated fermentation. Aged pu-erh is among the most prized teas in the world.

Can I buy aged pu-erh tea in Dubai?

Yes. Tealand stocks aged pu-erh teas in Dubai including the Bu Lang Mountain Shu Puer Beeng Cha 2010, Meng Hai Chun Hai Shu Puer 2010, Xia Guan Sheng Raw Puer, and Gong Dong Ting Puer. Available online at tealand.ae with UAE-wide delivery.

What are the health benefits of pu-erh tea?

Pu-erh tea is traditionally associated with digestive support, cholesterol management, and metabolism benefits. Because it undergoes microbial fermentation, it contains probiotic-like compounds not found in other teas. It is commonly consumed after heavy meals in Chinese culture to aid digestion.

How do I brew pu-erh tea?

For compressed pu-erh (tea cakes): break off approximately 5–8g using a pu-erh needle or butter knife. Rinse briefly with 95–100°C water (5 seconds) to awaken the leaves, then steep for 20–30 seconds for the first infusion, gradually increasing time for subsequent infusions. Pu-erh leaves can be re-steeped 8–15 times.