The smoky flavor of a good Lapsang Souchong is unforgettable. This is an excellent example of this large-leaf variety. Mellow tea which is low in caffeine.
Steeping Suggestions
Leaf Quantity: 2.25 g/6oz cup Steep Time: 5 min. Water Temperature: 212 degrees (boiling)
This tea is Laphroaig 10 Cask Strength in a tea. Unapologetically smoky with the bbq smoke filling up the room but the base tea is quite mellow and smooth. I am looking for a lapsang that is more on the campfire note like Lagavulin 16yrs so the search continues.
Pleasant Smokiness
Lydia – GA – October 09, 2017
There's a mild pleasant smokiness to this cup. While some lapsangs can be forceful, this one has somewhat understated smoky characteristics and almost no bitterness. The aroma is excellent.
Enjoyably Mellow
Dan – NC – October 06, 2017
A friend shared a sample of this tea with me and I couldn’t have been more happy!
The smokiness gives this Lapsang Souchong variation the perfect edge without going too far. The underlying tea is mellow and flavorful - a perfect cup any time of the day.
I quickly ordered a tin, and came right back to order a packet to fill it up again.
