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Liu Pao Tea

$12.95

If you want to discover Chinese dark tea, then look no further than Liu Pao Tea (六堡茶) – a traditional Liu Pao Tea from Liubao, Guangxi harvested in 2019. This tea is also known as Liu Bao Tea.

Liu Pao Tea possesses woody sweetness, smooth texture, and complexities that make it known for maintaining its strong flavour throughout the rolling and aging process.

Considered a staple of health for its cleansing, digestive and restorative influence for centuries, Liu Pao Tea has remained in favour with those who love tea.

We at Tea Life Australia proudly present to our customers refined Liu Pao Tea, which is carefully preserved in its region of origin.

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Brewing

Water temperature: It is recommended to boil water and let it cool down before use to around 95-100°C (203-212°F). This is done to obtain the rich deep flavors from the tea.

Steeping time: As a general serving amount, using Liu Pao tea leaves use approximately 1-2 teaspoons/ 5-7 grams per teapot. Pour the tea and allow it to seep for about 2-3 minutes. Liu Pao tea can also be steeped for several times, pushing for in depth flavors with every additional steeping.

Enhancements: Contrary to the preferences of many Liu Pao tea is drunk plain just cause it is very complex on its own and doesn’t really need sweeteners or other flavors that enhance the drink.

Enjoy: Savor the drink slowly and both hot and cold to experience the complex and deeper flavors of Liu Pao tea which are obtained after a long process of fermentation and ripening.

Ingredients

100% Lio Pao Tea
Camellia sinensis

Health Benefits

Apart from having a more than just good taste, Liu Pao Tea is also said to have certain health benefits which are possible due to its fermentation and underlying aging:

Promotes Digestion: Liu Pao tea can help with digestion, and has been accepted as one of the best options after meals, as it does well in calming the tummy as well as maintaining the gut.

Great Source of Antioxidants: Liu Pao is literally built with antioxidants intended to clean the body from oxidative stress and assist in healing.

Increases Energy and Mental Clarity: Liu Pao tea as well has a natural caffeine in it, so strain will not be felt but a gentle boost which enhances mental focus alertness will surely be obtained.

Supports Detoxification: Also, the presence of fermentation in this tea increases its natural detoxification which makes this tea loved by people who want to support their liver and help the body in cleansing.

Induces calmness: However, Liu Pao tea affects the body and the brain in a beneficial way to de-stress and calm down individuals and therefore works well for individuals that are out to chill and relax.

Cautionary Notes

Liu Pao Tea is safe for use by the majority. However, Liu Pao Tea exposes those who are caffeine sensitive to tea which should be taken with care.

Liu Pao tea should not be consumed consistently on the regular by pregnant women or mothers who are still nursing, or the individuals who have some certain medical conditions or take medication due to some specific reasons.

Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: Cedar, humid cellar, and sweet dates with betel nut.

Taste: Smooth and mellow; Dark wood and cocoa husk, and dried longan with camphor coolness.

Mouthfeel: Rounded, silky and comforting

Finish: It is clean, slightly sweet and nutty with woodsy depth.

Liquor colour: Dark reddish-brown to dark mahogany.

Lovely with: A square of dark chocolate, some red dates (jujube) or a squeeze of aged citrus peel (chenpi) will do.

 

Common Questions

Liu Pao Tea What is it?
A traditional Chinese dark tea (hei cha) from Guangxi is brewed from Camellia sinensis and often basket-aged. They call it an earthy, woody variety with a betel-nut character.

Is it caffeinated?
It's a real tea with some level of caffeine- with less caffeine than coffee.

Does it have flavours or sugars added?
Just pure tea leaf without flavours or sugar.

Does it get reheated?
YES - reheat lightly if pre-brewed. avoid boiling. Or enjoy cold.

How to store it?
Keep it airtight, dry and away from light. Ideally, between 18-24 months for the best aroma and color.

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

How much is shipping?

Couriers Please Shipping is $5.95 for orders under $60 and free for all orders over $60.

Australia Post is always at cost. Orders going to Po Box or Parcel Locker address may be locked in to Australia Post.

What are your transit times?

We dispatch within 24-48 hours (sometimes much faster) and from there we'll see 1-3 days transit to most metro locations within Australia excluding WA and NT which can take a week or so.

We also offer express post which will help speed up the process, at cost with no handling fees. These are always sent as priority and packed first.

Are there any discounts available?

We're quite generous with our loyalty programs, and the best way to take advantage of them is to create an account here. Also if you subscribe to our newsletter you'll gain access to members only discounts, rewards and an initial 10% off first order.

Are your teas certified organic?

Up until recently we were certified organic but due to rising administration costs and the difficulty of maintaining certification we've put this on hold for now. Our suppliers and farms remain the same without any change but just now label things are organic, pesticide free or wildcrafted.

This also allows us to maintain our current pricing without any increases which we feel is more important at this time.

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