2011 Menghai Tea Factory (Dayi) 8582 Raw Pu Erh Tea Cake

Description

Carefully Climatised Guangdong Storage 2011-2026 | Classic 8582 Blend | Excellent Value for Aging

This 8582 raw Pu Erh tea cake has undergone careful aging in a climatised Guangdong warehouse, allowing for slow, steady transformation within a traditionally more humid environment. This controlled storage encourages deeper complexity while preserving clarity and structure.

Aging Profile & Tasting Notes

• Leaves have darkened beautifully through maturation
• Liquor brews a rich dark orange
• Sweet floral aroma
• Exceptionally smooth texture – the standout feature of this tea

A gentle, thin layer of astringency appears in early infusions, gradually transforming into returning sweetness along the back of the cheeks in later steeps. A light fruity aftertaste lingers pleasantly.

For those seeking strong aging potential without premium pricing, this offers excellent value for money.

Batch 102 (Second Batch Production)

Understanding the 8582 Code

Before privatisation, Menghai Tea Factory operated within the state-run CNNP system. Recipes were identified by numeric codes rather than names. Today, the factory produces tea under the Dayi brand.

The 8582 code explains the blend:

• 85 – The year the recipe was first developed (1985)
• 8 – Average leaf grade (Pu Erh grades range from 1–9; 1 = fine buds, 9 = larger coarse leaves)
• 2 – Factory designation for Menghai (Factory 2)

The 8582 recipe is known for its larger leaf grade and long-term aging suitability, making it a respected choice among collectors of Sheng Pu Erh.

Due to the popularity of Menghai/Dayi productions and the presence of counterfeits in the market, it is strongly advised to purchase only from trusted and well-established vendors to ensure authenticity.