Old King Tea Lao Cha Wang

Lao Cha Wang (老茶王) — literally "King of Old Tea" — is a traditional style of aged oolong carefully stored and periodically re-roasted over years to mature gracefully. Rather than a single cultivar, this name refers to a time-honoured aging approach that transforms oolong into something deeper, warmer, and more rounded — calm, expressive, and quietly powerful.

Origin & Character

Origin: China  |  Type: Aged Oolong
Style: Lao Cha Wang — traditional aging and periodic re-roasting
Base Tea: Varies (Tie Guan Yin, Dong Ding, and other oolongs)
Processing: Long-term storage with gentle re-roasting cycles

Tasting Notes

As oolong ages, its youthful green and floral notes give way to deeper, more grounded tones:

• Roasted grain, nuts, and bread crust
• Dried fruits, caramel, and soft wood
• Gentle sweetness with a rounded, smooth body
• Warm, steady aftertaste without sharp edges

Why It's Special

• Represents a style, not a single tea cultivar — each batch carries its own aged character.
• Carefully maintained aging prevents moisture and preserves clarity.
• Re-roasting helps the tea mature gracefully and consistently over time.
• Favoured by experienced tea drinkers for its stability, depth, and warm balance.

Brewing Guide

• Amount: 5–7 g per 100 ml
• Water temperature: 90–98 °C
• Steeping time: 5–10 seconds first infusion, gradually increasing
• Infusions: 6–10 times

Tip: Aged oolongs enjoy hotter water than green or lightly oxidised teas. If strongly roasted, start at the lower end of the temperature range.

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