Mini-Mandarin Pu-erh (Xiao Qing Gan)

This Pu-erh tea is aged inside a natural dried mandarin orange—fusing bold, earthy flavors with bright citrus notes. Simply crack open the dried orange, steep the leaves, and enjoy this interesting blend of fermented tea and natural citrus aromatics. Brewing notes: When brewing the tea, briefly rinse the leaves with hot water to awaken them. There are a few options after that: Gongfu style. Brew 15-30 seconds, drink. Then add 10-15 seconds to each infusion. Repeat up to 10x12 time. Grandpa style. Brew the tea 3-5 minutes, then top off with hot water. Use the entire orange for a large pot, but you can use smaller amounts for a smaller cup and store the rest as needed.