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How I Care For My Yixing — TeaDB James InBetweenIsode Episode #76
One of the frequently asked questions. How I care for my yixing teapots.
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2014 Tea Urchin Spring Xikong [Episode 152]
2014 production of a Mengla county from Tea Urchin.
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Awfully Proper Special Episode [Episode 151.5]
Thank god we’re not in comedy..
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2006 Xizihao Black Wrapper Lao Banzhang — TeaDB James InBetweenIsode Episode #75
A Lao Banzhang production from Taiwanese boutique operation, Xizihao. This tea retails for more than $1000 in Taiwan and has gained a reputation for its qi. Thanks to Dignitea for the sample!
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Single Origin Tea’s Jun Chiyabari Nepal [Episode 151]
Episode 151, Denny and James continue into unknown territory with a tea from Nepal and Single Origin Tea.
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Pu’erh Blogs & Resources
It’s a lonely world out there for those discussing pu’erh. We don’t have the same accessibility to in-person tea or pu’erh communities like urban centers in the east. This is a straightforward post detailing a few different resources and blogs that you might find valuable or useful.
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2005 Dayi Mengsong Peacock — TeaDB James InBetweenIsode Episode #74
A well-regarded, famous (and expensive) Dayi from 2005, the Dayi Mengsong Peacock. Stored in Guangdong, this is an example of why Dayi is so well-regarded in the pu’erh community. Thanks to Grill for letting me try!
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Smacha’s Maofeng [Episode 150]
Another oddity. This one is provided by local company Smacha, their Maofeng. Similar to the Darjeeling this uses largely improvised brewing parameters.
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2001 Yiwu Spring Buds [Teas I Own] — TeaDB James InBetweenIsode Episode #73
Another loot from Hong Kong and one I wish I picked up more of. This tea is traditionally stored Yiwu Spring Buds.
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TeaHome’s Mid-Fired Dongding [Episode 149]
Getting back to our roots, with a mid-fired Dongding from Teahome. Sweet, aromatic, and easy to drink.