Introducing a tea with serious presence, inspired by the legendary energy of Shaquille O’Neal. Just like Shaq on the court, this aged raw Pu’er commands attention. Pressed in 2003 with wild-grown leaves from Xishuangbanna, it’s been aging in quiet confidence for over two decades. No shortcuts. No fluff. Just time doing what time does best. At first sip, you’re met with a grounded, mineral-rich flavor that hits like a clean fade-away jumper. Deep forest floor, stone, and the kind of dry-aged wood that only nature can season. But it doesn’t stop there, just like Shaq’s surprising footwork, this tea opens up into floral highs and soft sweetness that float over that bold foundation.
Its strength and softness in perfect sync. The body is full but never heavy, velvety in texture, clean in finish. A tea that doesn’t overwhelm, but definitely doesn’t forget to leave an impression. Every steep pulls you deeper into its story, like flipping pages in a diary written in earth and heat. This isn’t a flashy new drop. This is seasoned flavor. This is legacy. Because in tea, like in life, time don’t lie.
The nitty gritty in case you have lots of time or are super curious and want to know everything
Origin: Xishuangbanna, Yunnan, China
Harvest: 2003
Producer: Dadugang Tea Factory (大渡崗茶廠)
Leaf Source: Wild-grown Yunnan material Type: Raw / Sheng Puer, naturally aged Flavor
Notes: Wild florals, dry forest floor, mineral stone, honey
Mouthfeel: Full, clean, grounded with a calm finish
All right, even more stuff for you to know, mainly to guide you so you can decide for yourself how much to go with, trust me, this added flexibility was just for:
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• 25g → A gentle introduction — about 6–8 sessions to explore the tea’s character.
• 60g → Perfect for sampling — about 15–20 sessions of discovery.
• 100g → Balanced size for regular enjoyment — lasts 1–2 months for a single drinker.
• 200g → Ideal for aging or sharing — a true collector’s choice.
• Full brick → Your best value — seasoned Puer drinkers know this is a must at $55
