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Puerh Tea is brewed from the leaves of Camellia sinensis var. assamica. Puerh Tea predominantly comes from the Southern Yunnan province of China. Puerh (pronounced POO-air) is one of China’s most famous medicinal teas and has been enjoyed for over one thousand years.

The large leaves are either oxidized (cooked) or left raw, however even raw, or green, puerh tea is briefly fired to stop enzymatic activity in the leaves. Puerh tea is sold as loose leaf tea or pressed into cakes and other shapes. Like wines, Puerh tea is designated by the year and production location. The leaves of the oldest trees are most sought after. Correctly brewed Puerh tea has a rich, earthy flavor that is in a class of its own. It has an extremely long shelf life and, depending on the variety, may be suitable for drinking at 50 years after harvest and beyond. Properly processed, aged puerh from high quality trees can increase significantly in value over time. In recent years, this has led to higher prices for rarer puerh teas. However, it appears higher prices fueled by speculation have subsided for the time being.

Many medicinal properties are ascribed to puerh tea and it is believed to be suitable for people of all ages. While the tea is frequently purchased to aid in weight loss and to combat the ill effects of excessive alcohol consumption, studies indicate that the tea can reduce blood cholesterol.