Is there a best drinking period for tea?

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Among the various types of tea available on the market, some, like green tea, emphasize drinking when fresh for a crisp and refreshing taste, while others, such as Pu-erh tea, are prized for becoming more flavorful with age—the longer they are stored, the better they taste.

Tea enthusiasts who enjoy Pu'er tea often mention the saying "the older, the more fragrant" whenever they talk about drinking tea. The "older, the more fragrant" characteristic of Pu'er tea is determined by its unique production process, tea raw materials, and storage conditions.

Compared to other tea plant varieties, the Yunnan large-leaf variety used for Pu'er tea production contains richer internal substances. Moreover, as a post-fermented tea, Pu'er tea allows for significant transformation during storage. "The older, the more fragrant" not only reflects the core value of Pu'er tea but also sets it apart from others.

Precisely because of its "the older, the more fragrant" characteristic, Pu'er tea attracts many tea enthusiasts. It also makes many people enjoy collecting Pu'er tea, taking pride in owning aged and well-preserved Pu'er tea. As the storage period extends, Pu'er tea develops more complex and intricate aromas.