Origination: This tea set, released in 2008, features a boxed set containing both a raw tea cake (1000g) and a ripe tea cake (1000g). The tea materials are primarily sourced from Dayi’s own tea plantation in the Bulang mountain region.
Taste Profile:
Raw Tea Cake:
- Smoky Flavor: Prominent smoky aroma that is evident in the dry tea cake, tea soup, and brewed leaves, intertwined with floral and fruity fragrances.
- Flavor: Thick and strong with a rich tea soup. Each flavor component integrates well into the water.
- Aged Characteristics: After aging for around 11 years (as of Autumn 2019), the bitterness and pungency typical of Bulang mountain tea have mellowed significantly. The tea possesses a strong Chaqi (tea energy).
Personal Review:
- Smoky: ★★★☆
- ChaQi: ★★★☆
- Aged Level: ★★★
- Balance: ★★★★
- Price/Value: ★★★★
Storage: Stored naturally in Guangzhou, which contributes to the tea's aging process and the development of its distinctive flavor profile.