Zhongcha “Di Yi Bing” Sheng Pu-Erh · 2006

Brief description

Zhongcha “Di Yi Bing” (中茶第壹饼) 2006 is not an ordinary Sheng Pu-erh, but a symbolic milestone in the history of Zhongcha. It is the very first Pu-erh cake to be released after the official re-licensing of the “中茶 / Zhongcha” trademark by China Tea.
A tea with historical weight, clean Kunming dry storage and a very nicely developed, mature Sheng profile.

Product details

• Brand: Zhongcha (中茶 / China Tea)

• Name: 第壹饼 · Di Yi Bing (The First Cake)

• Tea type: Pu-Erh Sheng (生茶, raw)

• Year of birth: 2006

• Form: Bing Cha (flatbread)

• Weight: 357 g

• Production: Yunnan (authorized by China Tea)

• Storage: Kunming Dry Storage (干仓)

Historical significance

The 中茶第壹饼 (First Cake) was the first officially authorized product after China Tea Co., Ltd. obtained the rights to reuse the legendary Zhongcha brand.
This tea thus marks the relaunch of one of China's most important state-owned tea brands – and remains a sought-after collector's and drinking tea to this day.

Character & Cup Profile

• Cup color: Clear, golden yellow

• Aroma: High fragrance, dried fruits, delicate herbs, light honey sweetness

• Taste: Mature, well-rounded, structured

• Texture: Fine, dense, well-balanced

• Afterglow: Distinct Huigan, noticeable Cha Qi

• Overall impression: A classic, mature Sheng with depth and tranquility.

No aggressive old-school bitterness – but controlled maturity with elegance.

Classification

• Historically relevant Zhongcha product

• 2006 Sheng in a very good drinking window

• Suitable for collectors AND connoisseurs

• Authentic state-run Zhongcha style

A tea that tells a story, but doesn't just sit on the shelf – it also impresses in the teapot.

Preparation instructions

• Dosage: 6–7 g

• Water: 95–100 °C

• Vessel: Gaiwan or clay jug

• Note: Short initial infusions; opens up nicely over many rounds.