{"title":"2026 Dayi","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"2026-dayi-7572-cake-1st-batch-150g-puerh-shou-shu-cha-ripe-tea","title":"2026 DaYi \"7572\" Cake 1st Batch 150g Puerh Shou \/ Shu Cha Ripe Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puerh Ripe Tea (Shou \/ Shu Cha)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e  150g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Menghai Tea Factory (DaYi)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2026 DaYi \"7572\" Cake represents the latest iteration of one of the most iconic and sought-after shou puerh teas. The \"7572\" recipe is a staple of the Menghai Tea Factory, recognized for its consistent quality and classic flavor profile. This tea is part of the first batch of the 20266 production, ensuring it adheres to the high standards set by previous years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUniqueness:\u003c\/strong\u003e The \"7572\" recipe, originally formulated in 1975, combines the expertise of DaYi's tea masters with carefully selected tea leaves and an optimal fermentation process. The blend uses leaves from various grades to achieve a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVisual Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e When brewed, the tea produces a deep, rich red-brown liquor, indicating a well-executed fermentation process. The cake itself is tightly compressed, with visible golden tips interspersed among the darker leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromatic Journey:\u003c\/strong\u003e The aroma is a hallmark of the \"7572\" recipe, offering a warm, earthy scent with subtle notes of camphor and wood. This inviting fragrance is a prelude to the tea's complex flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Sip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The initial taste is smooth and mellow, with a rich, full-bodied texture that coats the palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMid-Palate:\u003c\/strong\u003e As you continue to sip, the tea reveals layers of flavor, including hints of dark chocolate, sweet dates, and a mild woody undertone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is clean with a lingering sweetness (Huigan) that encourages further drinking. The balanced astringency and bitterness are minimal, making this tea accessible to both newcomers and seasoned puerh enthusiasts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e This tea is designed to age well, and natural storage conditions will allow it to develop even more complexity over the years. Proper storage will ensure the tea retains its aroma and flavor while continuing to mature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 2025 DaYi \"7572\" Cake is a quintessential shou puerh, exemplifying the quality and tradition of the Menghai Tea Factory. Its balanced, rich flavor profile and aging potential make it a must-have for puerh collectors and daily drinkers alike. Enjoying this tea provides not just a moment of relaxation but also a connection to the long-standing tradition of Chinese tea craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KingTea","offers":[{"title":"Sample 7g","offer_id":48292163453158,"sku":null,"price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48292163485926,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48292163518694,"sku":null,"price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":48292163551462,"sku":null,"price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Individual Cake","offer_id":48292163584230,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stack (5pcs)","offer_id":48292163616998,"sku":null,"price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/7883\/7863\/files\/10004_bc0e7470-e7df-453a-bd7e-026b18e1dfed.jpg?v=1788700375"},{"product_id":"2026-dayi-mei-gui-da-yi-rose-dayi-tae-357g-cake-1st-batch-puerh-sheng-cha-raw-tea","title":"2026 DaYi \"Mei Gui Da Yi\" (Rose Dayi\/ TAE) 357g Cake, 1st Batch, Puerh Sheng Cha Raw Tea","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePrenote:\u003c\/b\u003e Due to Dayi’s restrictions on newly released teas in the retail channel, we are required to obscure the QR code on the counterfeit label on the backside of the wrapper, as shown in the attached image. This does \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003enot\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e affect the anti-counterfeit function but is intended to prevent the retail tea from being returned to the wholesale market. If this is a concern, please wait until the clean version becomes available. Once it is, we will remove this notification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBackground \u0026amp; Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Rose Dayi\" is a legendary name in the puerh tea world. Tracing its origins back to 1996, it marks the first time the Menghai Tea Factory utilized the \"Dayi\" trademark on a traditional seven-cake puerh production. Named for its distinctive rose-colored wrapper, the original 1996 release serves as a foundational milestone for the brand. The 2026 edition is a 30th-anniversary special reserve that meticulously reconstructs the classic 1996 flavor profile. Rather than a simple recipe copy, it precisely calibrates the original's smokiness, honey-orchid fragrance, sweetness, and broth thickness, upgrading the quality for the modern era while retaining the soul of the classic \"Old Rose.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRaw Material \u0026amp; Crafting:\u003c\/b\u003e Sourced from premium high-mountain large tree (\u003ci\u003eDa Shu\u003c\/i\u003e) tea leaves in the core Menghai tea region. It is refined using the intangible cultural heritage \"Dayi tea making technique.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e The cake is well-proportioned and round, featuring stout, robust tea strips generously inlaid with silver hairs (buds).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiquor Color:\u003c\/b\u003e Golden, oily, and bright, displaying a rich, substantial texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e Abundant with a distinctive smoky aroma and a rich, fragrant honey-orchid scent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Strong, intense, and full-bodied. It leaves the mouth full of fragrance and delivers a clear, refreshing throat rhyme (\u003ci\u003ehouyun\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1st Steep:\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor is bright yellow. It presents a full honey-orchid aroma with a deep, reserved smokiness. The taste is thick and mellow; the smoke integrates into the liquor, offering an initial \u003ci\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e (returning sweetness) and a slight cooling sensation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2nd - 3rd Steeps:\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor becomes golden and oily. The honey-orchid aroma rises, blending perfectly with the smoky notes. The flavor is strong and full-bodied. A slight bitterness melts away swiftly as the smokiness dissolves into the broth, yielding a pronounced, lasting \u003ci\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e and a cooling sensation on the tip of the tongue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e4th - 5th Steeps:\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor remains bright golden with a prominent gelatinous texture. The honey-orchid aroma is rich and elevated. The taste is intensely mellow and smooth, featuring a powerful \u003ci\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e and a mouth-filling fragrance. The smoky notes envelop a cooling sensation that slides down the throat, leaving a persistent sweet rhyme gathered in the throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e6th Steep:\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor is golden and translucent. The honey-sweet aroma becomes elegant and well-coordinated, while the smokiness softens. The taste is mellow, smooth, and full, striking a perfect balance between smoke and sweetness, with a lasting \u003ci\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e and a clear throat rhyme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e7th - 8th Steeps (Extended Steeping):\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor is bright yellow. The honey-sweetness is pure and enduring, accompanied by an elegant smokiness. The tea broth is mellow and sweet, delivering a continuous \u003ci\u003ehuigan\u003c\/i\u003e and an endless throat rhyme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e9th - 10th Steeps (Extended Steeping):\u003c\/b\u003e The liquor is highly translucent and bright yellow. The honey-sweetness is delicate and subtle. The tea broth is clear, sweet, and mellow, leaving a long, lingering aftertaste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KingTea","offers":[{"title":"Sample 7g","offer_id":48292165615846,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25g","offer_id":48292165648614,"sku":null,"price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50g","offer_id":48292165681382,"sku":null,"price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100g","offer_id":48292165714150,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Individual Cake","offer_id":48292165746918,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stack (7pcs)","offer_id":48292165779686,"sku":null,"price":464.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0264\/7883\/7863\/files\/10001_b924f6ce-ab28-4e6c-b732-341a9fb504f3.webp?v=1788702903"},{"product_id":"2026-dayi-7572-cake-1st-batch-357g-puerh-shou-shu-cha-ripe-tea","title":"2026 DaYi \"7572\" Cake 1st Batch 357g Puerh Shou \/ Shu Cha Ripe Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb class=\"\"\u003eOverall Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The cake is round and plump with moderate compression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The surface leaves are evenly distributed,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e prominently displaying golden hairs (buds).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLiquor Color:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brews a thick and bright red tea liquor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAroma:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Features a rich caramel aroma and a long-lasting sweet fragrance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTaste Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mellow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e thick,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and full-bodied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The texture is sweet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e dense,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and smooth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e leaving a distinct sugary aroma at the bottom of the cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWet Leaves:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark reddish-brown and lustrous,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e remaining relatively even and intact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Brewing parameters: 160ml gaiwan, 10g tea leaves, one rinse prior to tasting)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1st Steep:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The liquor is bright red.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It presents a rich sugary aroma.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The tea broth is sweet,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e mellow,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and smooth,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with a distinct sugar scent lingering at the bottom of the empty cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e2nd - 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