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The Panchen Lama's Favorite: Xiaguan's Treasured Tight Tea

〡 16 May, 2025
〡 by HUANGYUSONG

Xiaguan Tuocha: A Century-Old Treasure from Yunnan"
Rooted in Dali's ancient tea trade, Xiaguan Tuocha has been a symbol of Yunnan's tea heritage for over 100 years. The iconic Baoyan Brand tight tea, infused with Tibetan Buddhist elements, is a cultural masterpiece cherished even by the 10th Panchen Lama.