{"product_id":"third-year","title":"Third Year Year Pu'erh","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCrafted with Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike only sparkling wine from Champagne can be called Champagne, only dark fermented teas from China's Yunnan province can be called Puerh. These leaves are picked with care, rolled and withered under the hot sun, then steamed and pressed into cakes that age like fine wine, developing complexity, character, and depth over years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular tea has reached its third year, that pivotal moment when the fermentation-forward earthiness begins to soften and something sweeter starts to emerge. The aged cake has been carefully broken up to make your ritual a little easier, because transformation shouldn't be complicated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Makes Aged Puerh Different\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike green or black tea, Puerh undergoes a natural post-fermentation process that continues to evolve over time. This slow transformation supports digestive health, introduces natural antioxidants, and creates the deep, layered flavour profile that makes aged Puerh unlike any other tea in the world. The longer it ages, the more it becomes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry serving this in a narrow-mouthed cup or, at room temperature, in a port glass to gather those deep, earthy aromas that tell the story of time well spent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep earthiness reminiscent of wet wood and leather, balanced with sweet nectar and hints of dried fruit. Subtle roasted nut undertones add warmth. The kind of cup that reminds you: growth takes time, and you're right on track.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Intention\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach batch that arrives in our Langford studio is infused with Reiki energy and the intention to ground you in the moment and acknowledge the richness in your life as you too continue to become richer with each passing year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet Steeping Calm become the ritual that grounds you in patience, trusting that you too are becoming something richer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience Tea with Intention\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Island Elixir Tea Company","offers":[{"title":"Discover something new. Enjoy ~4 cups (8 g). Home compostable bag.","offer_id":49357213434151,"sku":"IED-JY-B06","price":4.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Savour the moment. Enjoy ~10 cups (22 g). Home compostable bag.","offer_id":49357213466919,"sku":"IED-JY-B16","price":9.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Create an essential ritual. Enjoy ~30 cups (66 g). Home compostable bag.","offer_id":49357213499687,"sku":"IED-JY-B48","price":20.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Elevate your every day. Enjoy ~30 cups (66 g). Beautiful gold finish tin.","offer_id":49357213532455,"sku":"IED-JY-T48","price":24.25,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/6661\/5335\/files\/Pu_erh_Junior_year_dried_tea_leaves_close_up.jpg?v=1776381526","url":"https:\/\/islandelixirtea.ca\/products\/third-year","provider":"Island Elixir Tea Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}