1980s Tea

Tea production in the 1980s experienced significant changes in both China and Taiwan. Following the Cultural Revolution, many tea farms prioritized mass production, resulting in lower quality until the late ’70s. However, from the late ’70s through the ’80s, farms refocused on producing premium exports like Tongxing Puerh, Gongting Puerh, and Baizhen Jinlian Puerh, leading to a resurgence in high-end Puerh teas.

In Taiwan, Oolong production saw a revival during this period. Farmers, many of whom had fled mainland China, crafted high-quality roasted and oxidized Oolongs, anticipating an open Chinese export market.

The products below represent this pivotal era in tea production.

  • Aged Baozhong Tea
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    • Aged Baozhong Tea

    • $17.00$68.00
    • Aged Baozhong Tea from the early 1989s. Taiwan Wenshan District Baozhong that is gourmet level quality and carefully stored.
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  • Aged Liu An Tea from the 1980s
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    • Aged Liu An Tea from the 1980s

    • $21.00$85.00
    • This 40-year-plus aged Liu An Heicha from the early 1980s is a rare and exceptional tea. Perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of premium aged teas.
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  • Aged Mandarin Orange Puerh Tea from the 1980s
    • Aged Mandarin Orange Puerh Tea from the 1980s
    • Aged Mandarin Orange Puerh Tea from the 1980s

    • $38.00
    • This unique Puerh features ripe Puerh from the 1980s, carefully stuffed inside Chinese Mandarin oranges. The result is a savory, fruity flavor with a strong Qi that offers an incredible, deeply satisfying tea experience.
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  • Aged Shuixian Oolong from Early 1980s
  • Aged Tieluohan Oolong Tea from 1980
  • Aged Tongxing Puerh Tea from 1980
    • Aged Tongxing Puerh Tea from 1980
    • Aged Tongxing Puerh Tea from 1980

    • $39.00$129.00
    • This 1980 Aged Tong Xing Raw Puerh Tea delivers an earthy, robust flavor that is deeply satisfying. A top choice for avid Puerh drinkers seeking a premium aged tea experience.
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  • Bai Zhen Jin Lian Puerh Tea Aged from 1980
    • Bai Zhen Jin Lian Puerh Tea Aged from 1980
    • Bai Zhen Jin Lian Puerh Tea Aged from 1980

    • $34.00$109.00
    • Aged Bai Zhen Jin Lian Puerh Tea from 1980. One of the Best Aged Puerhs from that Era and a Fan Favorite at Qiful Life. Ships Directly from USA. 25 Gram Amounts.
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  • Gourmet Liu Bao Tea Aged from the 1980s
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    • Gourmet Liu Bao Tea Aged from the 1980s

    • $19.00$75.00
    • Experience the essence of 1980s dark tea craftsmanship with this aged Liubao Heicha. Offering smoky, earthy notes with a smooth finish.
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