Rhinoceros Pond Pu'er Tea is located in the Gelang River Township of Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province, China. It sits on a branch of the Nan Mountain range, at the highest point in Gelanghe Township. Within the ancient tea region of the entire Menghai tea mountain, Rhinoceros Pond's ancient tree tea is situated in the core area of Pasha, making Rhinoceros Pond the king of mountains within the Pasha ancient tea mountain.
To Which Tea Region Does Rhinoceros Pond Belong?
Within the ancient tea region of the entire Menghai tea mountain, Rhinoceros Pond is located in the core area of Pasha and can be considered the king of mountains within the Pasha ancient tea mountain. The name “Rhinoceros Pond” originates from a similar legend as Phoenix Nest; it is said to have been named after rhinos once inhabited the area.
The average altitude of Rhinocerus Pond is above 1,700 meters, with clouds shrouding the area throughout the year, abundant rainfall, lush vegetation, fertile Soil, and a unique environment. As a result, the teas produced here are rich in content, bold in flavor, and have a rich and full aroma.
Pasha Rhinoceros Pond – an ancient tea garden hidden atop the mountain. The soil in the tea garden is moist and of high quality. Upon entering the ancient tea garden of Rhinoceros Pond, one is greeted by a fresh and moist fragrance mixed with the scent of earth, invigorating the heart and mind.
Characteristics of Rhinoceros Pond Ancient Tree Tea
The main characteristics of Rhinoceros Pond ancient tree tea are its “aroma, sweetness, finesse, and smoothness,” with evident hui gan (returning sweetness).
Origin: Gelang River Township, Menghai County, Xishuangbanna Prefecture, Yunnan Province.
Appearance: Tight and plump twisted leaves, visible tea down, full buds and leaves.
Infusion color: Bright orange-yellow, clear and clean.
Taste: Rich and thick upon entry, slightly bitter, with a deep and intense aroma, strong tea Qi, smooth mouthfeel, ample taste, and a fine water path.
Pasha Rhinoceros Pond ancient tree tea has a brown-green color, tight and plump twisted leaves, visible tea down, and full buds and leaves. The dry tea has a pleasant aroma. In terms of taste, it is rich and thick, slightly bitter, with a deep and intense aroma, strong tea qi, a smooth mouthfeel, a fine water path, accompanied by a strong returning sweetness and salivation, and a lasting fragrance in the mouth.