Nuowu Village in Dongbanshan Mountain of Mengku Town, Lincang

Chinese Name: 勐库东半山茶区：糯伍
English Name: Nuowu Village in Dongbanshan Mountain of Mengku Town, Lincang

Nuowu Laozhai Village(糯伍老寨)
In 2003, there were 35 families living in Nuowu Old Village（糯伍老寨）. In 2004, the Shuangjiang County Government arranged for the whole village to move to the side of the highway below the mountain. The government allocated funds to build Nuowu New Village(糯伍新寨). Although the village has been relocated, the Lahu people still go back to the old village to pick tea in the season of tea picking. There are also fifty or sixty acres old tea gardens in Nuowu. The size of tea trees is similar to that of the old village in Bawai, which should be planted in the same age as that of the old village in Bawai.

Nuowu tea is well-known in Mengku, but its output is small, and its price is similar to that of Icelandic old village . It is not easy to buy pure tea of Nuowu old village than pure tea of Bingdao old village.

Nuowu Laozhai Village

In 2003, there were 35 families living in Nuowu Old Village (糯伍老寨). In 2004, the Shuangjiang County Government arranged for the entire village to relocate to the side of the highway below the mountain. The government provided funds to build Nuowu New Village (糯伍新寨). Although the village has been relocated, the Lahu people still return to the old village during tea-picking season. There are also fifty or sixty acres of old tea gardens in Nuowu. The size of the tea trees is similar to those in the old village of Bawai, which are believed to have been planted around the same time.

Nuowu tea is well-known in Mengku, but its output is small, and its price is comparable to that of Icelandic Old Village tea. It is more difficult to find pure Nuowu Old Village tea compared to pure Bingdao Old Village tea.

Location and Climate

  • Location: Nuowu is located in the northern part of Mengku Town, 25 kilometers from Bingdao Village Committee and 25 kilometers from Mengku Town.
  • Climate: The average annual temperature is 20°C, with an annual precipitation of 1,800 mm, making it suitable for growing tea and other crops.
  • Land Resources: The village has 329 acres of arable land, with an average of 2.55 acres per person, and 360 acres of forest land.

Population and Economy

  • Population: Nuowu Village has 32 households with a total population of 129, including 70 males and 59 females.
  • Economy: The primary industry is tea cultivation, with tea mainly sold outside the province. In 2006, the total income from the main industry was 4,800 RMB, accounting for 2.51% of the total rural economic income. The village is classified as a poverty-stricken area, with income primarily derived from agriculture. The village is currently focusing on developing large-leaf tea and plans to vigorously develop tea and walnut industries.

Development Plans and Focus

The future development strategy and priorities for Nuowu Village include:

  • Focus on Large-Leaf Tea Industry: Promote the development of large-leaf tea and improve agricultural production conditions.
  • Enhance Agriculture and Animal Husbandry: Strengthen the development of agriculture and animal husbandry to increase farmers’ income.

Tea Characteristics

Nuowu tea has a small output but maintains the key characteristics of Bingdao Pu-erh tea while offering a distinct flavor profile. Nuowu ancient tree tea is smooth and mellow, with a subtle tea aroma and noticeable rock candy sweetness, reflecting the unique characteristics of Nuowu tea. The tea has a sweet, refreshing taste with a persistent aftertaste.