Now this is one divisive tea – based on prior reviews. I always thought that puehrs stuffed in citruses are just a marketing gimmick. Finally, I ordered this puehr-in-a-tangerine to try it and check off the box.
Well, I was wrong. This rather simple earthy, autumnal-decay type of puehr blends with the citrus peel in a very natural way – like bergamot, ginger or chrysanthemum do. I always add part of the peel to the brew. The result is a simple, calming, autumnal drink. Dirt, mushrooms, a smell of the lake in the woods full of peat and fallen leaves.
There is not much of complexity, and definitely not the best choice for precise gong-fu sessions – but it is perfect for leisurely drinking the grandpa style.
Flavors: Autumn Leaf Pile, Cinnamon, Citrus Zest, Clay, Dirt, Malt, Mushrooms
Comments
I don’t think I’ve reviewed any of them on Steepster yet, but I’ve been a big fan of the Golden Horse pu-erh offerings for several years. They take some time to get used to, but are great brewed Western or grandpa style. I like to keep several of them around for when I’m sick. Oh, and they can make a pretty solid gongfu session too, but it takes some experimentation.
Huh, I did not realize that there were other Golden Horse pu-erhs. I will try the other ones then. What is appealing to me that the one that I tried tastes pretty unique and original to me, with a distinct and strong emotional profile. To me this is not a tea for every day, but when a certain mood strikes it is a great option. And it’s not like with greens when you have a nagging urge to finish them before they deteriorate.
Yeah, there are several blends. The only ones I’m familiar with are the 8685, 8681, and 8682. You can find the 8685 blend at a number of places. It seems to be the most popular and readily available. The 8682 is referred to as “Rosin Fragrance.” I recall seeing it at Chawangshop. The 8681 I usually buy from Puerh Shop. I’m pretty sure there are others too. I recall seeing a Golden Horse sampler online several years ago, but I don’t recall which vendor offered it. I’ve also seen lemons, pomelos, king oranges, limes, and grapefruits stuffed with ripe pu-erh.
Okay, scratch that bit about not knowing which vendor sold the sampler. I just found it. The Golden Horse sampler was offered by Dragon Tea House, and they still offer it. It includes one each of the 8681, 8682, 8683, 8685, 8691, and 8890 blends.
Oh, thank you. I will definitely try a sampler. Dragon Tea House has been on my radar for quite a while and Golden Horse may finally nudge me to place an order and explore what it has to offer.
I don’t think I’ve reviewed any of them on Steepster yet, but I’ve been a big fan of the Golden Horse pu-erh offerings for several years. They take some time to get used to, but are great brewed Western or grandpa style. I like to keep several of them around for when I’m sick. Oh, and they can make a pretty solid gongfu session too, but it takes some experimentation.
Huh, I did not realize that there were other Golden Horse pu-erhs. I will try the other ones then. What is appealing to me that the one that I tried tastes pretty unique and original to me, with a distinct and strong emotional profile. To me this is not a tea for every day, but when a certain mood strikes it is a great option. And it’s not like with greens when you have a nagging urge to finish them before they deteriorate.
Yeah, there are several blends. The only ones I’m familiar with are the 8685, 8681, and 8682. You can find the 8685 blend at a number of places. It seems to be the most popular and readily available. The 8682 is referred to as “Rosin Fragrance.” I recall seeing it at Chawangshop. The 8681 I usually buy from Puerh Shop. I’m pretty sure there are others too. I recall seeing a Golden Horse sampler online several years ago, but I don’t recall which vendor offered it. I’ve also seen lemons, pomelos, king oranges, limes, and grapefruits stuffed with ripe pu-erh.
Okay, scratch that bit about not knowing which vendor sold the sampler. I just found it. The Golden Horse sampler was offered by Dragon Tea House, and they still offer it. It includes one each of the 8681, 8682, 8683, 8685, 8691, and 8890 blends.
Oh, thank you. I will definitely try a sampler. Dragon Tea House has been on my radar for quite a while and Golden Horse may finally nudge me to place an order and explore what it has to offer.
No problem. Once I’m in a spot where I can buy more tea, I will probably buy one of their samplers myself.