Methods of cutting

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Methods of cutting

by SlientSipper » Jul 22nd 11 2:11 am

Can someone give me a guide on how to cut Pu cakes?
anyone.

Thank you in advance.

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Re: Methods of cutting

by TomVerlain » Jul 22nd 11 2:16 am

You don't really want to cut, but rather pry apart sections of compressed leaves, keeping as much leafy bit intact. There are pu'erh knives for sale, but something like an oyster knife is easily available and will work well.

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Re: Methods of cutting

by sp1key » Jul 22nd 11 2:56 am

There are some videos here which may be helpful
http://www.cloudsteacollection.com/html/video01.html