Pu erh tea, why are you afraid to buy it the more you learn?

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Before buying tea, it's wise to jot down the following five points. They won't pick out the "best of all," but they can help you determine whether the tea in front of you is suitable for this purchase.
Purpose: Is this purchase for daily consumption, hosting friends, or gradual savings? First, determine the most important purpose and avoid constantly changing goals during the trial drinking process.
Budget: How much are you planning to spend in total? First, calculate the expenses based on the actual quantity you intend to purchase. Even if you encounter more expensive tea, there's no need to overturn the budget on the spot.

Information: Are the product name, producer, batch, and source clearly specified? Are there verifiable references for the years, raw materials, and storage descriptions that influence your decision?
Sample Tasting: Could you first purchase a small quantity of tea samples? After tasting, could you share what you like and dislike, rather than just repeating the description?
Re-brewing: Bring it back to your own environment and brew it again with your usual tools—does it still taste as enjoyable? Also, ensure the tea sample matches the product and batch you intend to purchase.
Among the five questions, one hasn't been fully thought through yet. You can wait a bit longer. Holding off for now is still a valid decision—it gives you room to gather more information and make comparisons.