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Late 1990s 8592 Ripe Puerh Cake – “Sky” 天字 Series Originating from Menghai, Yunnan, this late 1990s ripe Puerh (shou cha) follows the classic 8592 recipe, well-known for its smooth character and long aging potential. Marked with the traditional “Sky” (天字) stamp, these cakes were part of export-era productions highly regarded by collectors. Decades of careful aging have transformed the tea into a rich, mellow brew. The liquor is deep and clear, with flavors of sweet wood, soft earth, and Chinese herbal notes. The taste is rounded and warming, with a gentle flow of chi (氣) that comforts body and mind.