Pu Erh - Pu-Erh tea 100 grams - Café du Jour loose tea

What is pu-erh tea?

Pu erh tea is a type of aged, fermented loose-leaf tea with a long tradition behind it. Unlike most teas, it goes through a maturation process that gives the leaves a deep, earthy character and a rich reddish-brown colour when brewed. The result is a cup that feels full-bodied and complex, with a flavour that sets it apart from everyday black or green teas.

How does pu-erh differ from other teas?

Most teas are processed quickly after picking to preserve freshness. Pu-erh takes a different path: the leaves are allowed to mature over time, which deepens the flavour and produces that distinctive earthy aroma. This is why pu-erh tea is often called 'dark tea' in English — it is a category of its own. If you enjoy bold, full-flavoured teas, pu-erh offers something genuinely different from the everyday cup.

• Aged and fermented loose-leaf tea with a long tradition
• Deep reddish-brown colour in the cup
• Intense, earthy aroma that develops with maturation
• Ingredient: pu-erh tea — nothing else added
• Available in a 100-gram loose-leaf format

Who is it suitable for?

Pu-erh tea is a great choice for anyone who enjoys bold, full-flavoured teas with depth and character. If you already love strong black teas and want to explore something more complex, pu-erh is a natural next step. It also appeals to curious tea drinkers who want to experience a style of tea that is genuinely different from the everyday cup.

• Tea enthusiasts looking for a robust, mature flavour profile
• Drinkers who enjoy earthy, full-bodied teas
• Anyone who prefers loose-leaf tea over tea bags
• People who like to experiment with brewing and multiple infusions
• Those who appreciate traditional tea styles with a long history

How do you use pu-erh tea?

Brewing pu-erh tea is straightforward, and the loose-leaf format gives you full control over strength and steeping time. Use about 2 to 3 grams of leaves per cup of hot water. Water at a temperature between 90 °C and 95 °C works well. Let the tea steep for 2 to 4 minutes, then pour and enjoy.

One of the pleasures of pu-erh is that the same leaves can be infused several times. Each brew reveals a slightly different side of the flavour, so you get more from every gram of tea. A 100-gram pack gives you roughly 40 to 50 cups when brewed at the recommended dose.

Step-by-step brewing guide

1. Measure 2 to 3 grams of loose pu-erh tea leaves per cup
2. Heat water to around 90 °C to 95 °C
3. Place the leaves in a strainer, infuser or teapot
4. Pour the hot water over the leaves
5. Steep for 2 to 4 minutes, depending on your taste preference
6. Pour the tea and enjoy — then re-steep the same leaves one or more times

Features and specifications

This pu-erh tea from Café du Jour comes in a 100-gram loose-leaf format. It contains a single ingredient: pu-erh tea, with nothing else added. The product is packed in the Netherlands by Café du Jour, an authentic tea shop rooted in the Maasland countryside.

• Product name: Pu Erh – Pu-Erh tea 100 grams – Café du Jour loose tea
• Format: loose-leaf
• Net weight: 100 grams
• Ingredient: pu-erh tea
• Yield: approximately 40 to 50 cups per pack
• Packed in the Netherlands by Café du Jour

Alternatives and combinations

If you enjoy the earthy depth of pu erh tea, you may also like exploring other loose-leaf teas from the Café du Jour range. Loose-leaf teas in general give you the same brewing flexibility: you control the dose, the water temperature and the steeping time. Pairing pu-erh with a simple snack — such as plain biscuits or mild cheese — can bring out the earthy notes in the cup even more.

You can also vary your brewing approach with this pu-erh tea. Try a shorter steep for a lighter, more delicate cup, or a longer steep for a bolder, richer flavour. Experimenting with the number of infusions is another way to discover new sides of this fermented tea. Browse the full Café du Jour loose-leaf tea collection to find your next favourite.