2013 甘露 （金剛苑） - 生茶 Ganlu - Raw

Key Information

Place of Origin：Ailaoshan  (Unmanaged Ancient Tea Garden)

Weight：400g

Overall Experience： semi-aged gushu characteristics (slightly camphoric, overall bright, uplifting heavy mouthfeel with tropical fruity notes) Strong body feel

Vintage : 2013 Spring

*This is a transitional tree tea, not to be confused with yesheng 野生茶 (transitional tree tea or ye-cha 野茶 is uncultivated dayezhong gushu that was domesticated later on)

"This tea is the sheng counterpart to the 2013 Ganlu, originally produced exclusively for a private tea house under the supervision of Mr. Chen. He recalls that when he attempted to acquire more of this material later, the farmers refused—explaining that harvesting required a three-hour trek, one way, deep into the National Protected Forest.

The character of the tea is reminiscent of a high-end yancha, carrying an exceptionally strong energy that settles deeply into the dantian. Mr. Chen has graciously given permission to release just 20 pieces internationally through the site, as this tea is not available for sale in Taiwan. It will become unavailable on October 29, as specials are only on for a month at a time. A rare opportunity—enjoy!"

- Shinzo Shiratori 9-2025