Dayi ‘Lucky’ Toucha | 2020 sheng puerh
TASTING NOTES: grapes, edamame, jasmine blossom
This Sheng Tuocha is a delightful introduction to raw puerh. Sourced from premium young leaves in Yunnan's Xishuangbanna region, this tea as a vibrant, light golden brew. Expect a lively astringency that fades into a smooth, lingering aftertaste with hints of vegetal character and delicate florals. As this raw puerh ages, its complexity deepens.
Presented in a beautifully designed gift box inspired by the traditional tea-making process.
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Tea Region
Tea tree
Cultivar
Harvest
Picking & processing
Menghai, Yunnan, China
Camellia sinensis var. assamica
Da Ye Zhong / 大叶种
Spring, 2020
One bud and up to three leaves
The tea’s journey begins with careful picking from the pristine tea gardens of Xishuangbanna, where each leaf is a promise of the region's rich, unspoiled terroir. The result is a brew that glistens with a light, golden hue, a reflection of its youthful vitality. As you sip, the tea greets you with a lively astringency that dances on the palate, gradually evolving into a smooth, lingering aftertaste. Subtle vegetal notes intertwine with delicate floral undertones, creating a harmonious flavor profile that promises an evolving complexity as it ages.
Encased in an elegantly designed gift box that pays homage to the traditional tea-making process, the Dayi ‘Lucky’ Toucha is more than just a tea—it’s a celebration of craftsmanship and heritage. This exquisite presentation makes it not only a delightful introduction to Sheng Puerh but also a cherished gift for any tea aficionado.
Sesame-crusted tuna
The fresh, delicate flavors of the sesame-crusted ahi tuna complement the light golden brew and its floral notes, while the subtle astringency of the tea enhances the fish’s umami richness.
Lemon and herb marinated chicken
The bright, zesty flavors of lemon and fresh herbs pair beautifully with the tea’s vegetal character, while the tea’s astringency cuts through the richness of the grilled chicken.
Roasted cauliflower with tahini sauce
The nutty, creamy tahini sauce on roasted cauliflower provides a harmonious balance to the tea’s astringency and vegetal notes, while enhancing its subtle floral undertones.
Cucumber and avocado sushi rolls:
The refreshing taste of cucumber and the creamy texture of avocado in sushi rolls offer a light, clean pairing with the tea’s delicate flavors, making each sip and bite an invigorating experience.
Tea character
Leaf
poached pears, sugared rye bread, lotus flowers
Cup
baked apples, raisins, roasted tofu
Flavor
grapes, edamame, jasmine blossom
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How to brew
Temperature
Tea weight
Water amount
Steeping time
95 °C
5 gram
100ml
20 sec (add 5 sec per steep for at least 12 steeps)
Temperature
Tea weight
Water amount
Steeping time
95 °C
4 gram
500ml
2 min (you can resteep 3-5 times)
What teaware to use
Menghai Tea Factory
Founded in 1940 by a collective of over 90 tea experts from across China, Menghai Tea Factory stands as one of the oldest and most esteemed tea producers in Yunnan Province. In 1973, Menghai, alongside the Kunming Tea Factory, pioneered the 'wodui' (渥堆) method of ripening Pu'erh tea, setting a new standard for tea fermentation.
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