Souchong leaves, noted for their thick, rough appearance are withered over burning pine bows, placed in barrels covered with cloth and allowed to ferment. A process which has gone virtually unchanged for hundreds of years. "A smoky sensation fills your mouth in a way no other tea possibly could." And who came up with the idea? One story and there are many in the world of tea describes a situation aboard an English Tea Clipper in route from China. In this story, waves broke over the deck during a storm and soaked a shipment of Fujian tea. The sailors, recognising this to be very bad for business decided to dry the tea in large pans set over a campfire and Lapsang-Souchong was born. It is important to steep Lapsang for slightly less time than you would other tea. Even for a true connoisseur, the flavour of an over-steeped Lapsang can be slightly overwhelming. Variously compared to a burning campfire or ashtray, the flavour of Lapsang Souchong is to the uninitiated, quite an intense flavour to behold. However, to those who know, the smoky cup of a high-quality Fujian Lapsang is second to none, a treat for the taste buds, truly one of those unique items for which there is no middle ground of appreciation. The flavour may also be enhanced with a touch of milk and sugar. We are pleased to offer you this superb tea, especially so considering its organic status. Unlike many inferior Lapsangs that may be grown and flavoured with chemicals, this tea is 100% natural, wonderfully smooth and has an intoxicating aroma of resinous burning wood. INGREDIENTS Black tea DIRECTIONS Amount: 1 slightly heaped teaspoon of loose tea for each 7-9oz/200-260ml of water. Water Temperature: 100ºC/212ºF. Minimum Brewing Temperature: 90ºC/194ºF. Infusion Time: Weaker 3 min. / Regular Strength 4-5 min. / Stronger 6-7 min See more

Origin: China / Region: Fujian Province - Xingchun. Caffeine Guide: Medium / Antioxidant Content: Low. Grade: Special Leaf Lapsang Souchong SBOPF (Special Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings). A superior leaf Lapsang Souchong offering a unique smoky crisp character. This tea is 100% natural, wonderfully smooth and has an intoxicating aroma of resinous burning wood.