{"product_id":"xiaguan-8633-2001","title":"Xiaguan 8633 (2001)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor lovers of aromatic aged sheng\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter 25 years of Taiwanese storage, this tea has developed a remarkably refined and elegant profile. The clean aging conditions have allowed the characteristic Xiaguan smokiness and bitterness to fade almost completely, revealing an aromatic profile accompanied by a gentle sweetness throughout the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aroma and flavor are dominated by notes of dried fruits, particularly plum, alongside aged wood and antique paper. From the second infusion onward, a refreshing layer of camphor and mint emerges, adding brightness and complexity. Although the mouthfeel is moderately thick, the tea remains lively and refreshing on the palate thanks to its cooling aromatic character. As the session progresses, it develops a pleasant warming sensation throughout the body and offers a calm, soothing energy that invites slow and mindful drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo experience the full spectrum of Xiaguan's aged teas, we recommend comparing this tea with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/xiaguan-8653-1998\" title=\"Xiaguan 8653 1998\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eXiaguan 8653 1998\u003c\/a\u003e. While this tea captivates with its aromatic, elegant notes of dried fruit, camphor freshness, and calming energy, the 1998 8653 is its heavier counterpart − a mellow old-school tea built around greater depth, strength and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003eWritten by Karsten\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eXiaguan Tea Factory\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXiaguan Tea Factory was established in 1941 in Dali, Yunnan, under the name Kangzang Tea Factory. Today, it is one of China's most influential producers of Pu'er tea and is especially renowned for its traditional Tuocha teas and classic Sheng Pu'er recipes. Over the decades, Xiaguan has developed a distinctive style characterized by strong compression, pronounced smoky aromas, a robust character, and excellent aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recipe code 8633 follows the traditional CNNP numbering system: “86” refers to the year the blend recipe was first developed (1986), the first “3” denotes the leaf grade used in the blend, and the final “3” identifies Xiaguan Tea Factory as the producer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"no_subtitle","offers":[{"title":"20g","offer_id":47314804834492,"sku":"T918_PP1355","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cake (357g)","offer_id":47314804867260,"sku":"T918_PP1355","price":220.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0572\/0480\/1724\/files\/T918_IMG_2297_large_92a3ae21-13aa-4427-939c-b6a7e1fcdba2.jpg?v=1787514829","url":"https:\/\/us.nannuoshan.org\/products\/xiaguan-8633-2001","provider":"nannuoshan_usa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}