Product Overview
Produced in 2009 by Liming Tea Factory, this Octagonal Pavilion (Ba Jiao Ting) Red Label Raw Pu-erh Tea Cake is crafted from premium large-leaf tea harvested from the high mountain tea gardens of Bulang Mountain in Menghai, Xishuangbanna, Yunnan. Weighing 357g per cake, it represents one of the classic offerings from the renowned Octagonal Pavilion brand, widely respected among Pu-erh enthusiasts and collectors for its consistent quality and long-standing reputation.
After more than a decade of natural dry storage aging, the tea has developed a refined and well-balanced character with remarkable maturity. The infusion is bright golden amber with an attractive, lustrous appearance. Its aroma is led by elegant aged notes, complemented by subtle woody and honey-like nuances that unfold in layers. The liquor is rich, full-bodied, and smooth, delivering the signature strength and depth of Bulang Mountain teas. Initial bitterness quickly transforms into a lingering sweetness, accompanied by a satisfying returning hui gan and abundant salivation, creating a complex and rewarding tasting experience.
Traditionally stone-pressed, the tea cake features tightly compressed, well-defined leaves with an attractive oily sheen. Years of careful storage have allowed the tea to mature gracefully while preserving the vitality and aging potential characteristic of quality raw Pu-erh. Whether enjoyed today or further cellared for future development, this tea offers both exceptional drinking pleasure and enduring collectible appeal.