Haiwan 9978 Shu Pu-erh Tea Cake 2023 AA

A classic recipe for shu pu-erh tea, 9978, from the Haiwan factory (Bao Zhong brand). The brew is a deep ruby-black color. The balanced aroma reveals notes of oak bark, walnut, and dried date. The flavor is thick and dense, with a structured woody bitterness that gradually transitions into a lingering, confectionery-like sweetness. Temperature: 95–100°C Teaware: Yixing clay Tip: Recipe 9978 is perfectly balanced: steeping with boiling water reveals the classic Menghai nutty-woody style.