Generally, the origin price of Pu'er Tea ranges from 3,000 yuan to over 10,000 yuan per kilogram. As for plantation teas, even some ecological and organic Pu'er teas cost only 30 yuan to 200 yuan per kilogram. One can imagine that the highest price difference can be hundreds of times more.
The Cost of Good Pu'er Spring Tea in 2023 (per pound)
The prices of Pu'er spring tea vary widely, ranging from a few hundred yuan to several thousand yuan, or even tens of thousands of yuan per kilogram. The price of Pu'er spring tea is influenced by factors such as origin, picking season, quality, and specifications. For commonly available branded teas, the price of daily consumption tea is usually within 300 yuan, mostly blended teas. Teas with slightly better quality cost around 400 to 600 yuan, which are considered quite good. A cake of tea priced at 800 yuan is considered to have very high quality and representative taste.
The Price of Pu'er Spring Tea in 2023 (per pound)
In 2023, the price of small-Tree Pu'er spring tea is around 200 to 400 yuan per kilogram, while the price of ancient-tree spring tea is around 600 to 800 yuan per kilogram. Of course, the price of ancient-tree spring tea from famous mountains and villages is much higher, with the price of first-tier mountain ancient-tree spring tea reaching over 10,000 yuan per kilogram. Second-tier mountain ancient-tree teas are generally priced between 4,000 and 8,000 yuan per kilogram, and third-tier mountain ancient-tree teas are priced between 800 and 1,200 yuan per kilogram.
Factors Influencing the Price
(1) Pu'er Tea Raw Materials
The geographical location and mountain peaks where the raw materials are sourced significantly impact the price of Pu'er tea, as is evident with the high advantage held by teas from the Ancient Six Great Tea Mountains.
The grade of Pu'er tea raw materials is typically divided into twelve levels, with cake teas being superior to golden melon and tuocha, followed by brick teas, and so on. Generally, the higher the grade of the material used, the higher the price.
(2) Ancient Trees and Age
In the current mainstream consumer market for Pu'er tea, products made from “ancient tree tea” raw materials are significantly more expensive than those made from ordinary materials. Meanwhile, plantation teas tend to be cheaper; this is also reflected in the raw material prices in Pu'er tea-producing regions.
(3) Processing
To produce a high-quality Pu'er tea product, not only must the raw materials be excellent, but it also requires a craftsman's spirit in its production process. Different processing methods have varying effects on the aging of Pu'er tea, leading to significant differences in taste, flavor, and aroma, which also affect the price.
(4) Brand
At the same price, well-recognized brands with good reputation and customer service are the best choices for new tea enthusiasts entering the world of Pu'er tea.
In summary, the price of Pu'er tea is influenced by various factors, so there is no absolute price, only reference prices. Therefore, when purchasing Pu'er tea, it is recommended that you consider the actual situation!