Dayi 2012 Pu-erh Tea Cake – Aged Yunnan Compressed Tea

This 2012 Dayi pu-erh tea cake is a compressed Yunnan tea that has been aging for more than a decade, allowing its flavors to soften and deepen over time. Dayi (DaYi) is one of the most recognized names in modern pu-erh, and this cake reflects that heritage: earthy, steady, and made for slow, repeated sessions.

As you break off pieces and brew, you can expect layered notes—earth, wood, a hint of dried fruit or leather, and a smooth, slightly sweet finish that becomes more pronounced over multiple infusions. Each session can stretch through several brews in a gaiwan or small teapot, revealing different facets as the leaves open.

Packaged as a traditional round cake, it’s suitable both for immediate drinking and for further storage if you enjoy following a tea’s evolution over time.

Details

• Brand: Dayi (DaYi)
• Year: 2012 pu-erh tea cake
• Origin: Yunnan, China
• Form: Compressed round tea cake
• Flavor profile: Matured earthy notes, soft wood, subtle sweetness over multiple infusions