Puerhh tea - where to get it? How to brew it? Is it worth it?

Question

I've heard about this naturally fermented tea from China. I've found a site to order from, but it is not cheap. Would like opinions from those who have tried it. Thanks,

Answer 1

You can get pu-erh tea from many internet vendors. If you are new to teas, I would not recommend pu-erh. It is a very peculiar tea with a strong smell and a strange taste. It has been compared to dirt, mud, rotting leaves, wet hay and many other unflattering things. Even so, some people really love it, but as you note, pu-erh is very expensive.

Brewing pu-erh is not that different from brewing other types of loose leaf tea, but I would suggest consulting a pu-erh web site for expert advice.