Steep time
3–5 min
Recommended
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
95°C
Recommended
Leaf ratio
—
Oxidation
—
Caffeine
High
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Overview
Best pick • solid black choice from Unknown origin
Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
This is a handmade whole leaf tea; singularly rich and profoundly delicious. Also known as Zhengshan xiaozhong our Rare Lapsang Souchong is crafted to exacting traditional methods. It is grown in the Wuyi Mountains in the heart of the protected forests. Carefully smoked over barkless pine wood, the tea takes on a subtle smokiness without heavier tarry notes. It is rather more elegant than the rapacious punch of our Tarry Lapsang Souchong.