About Wild Lapsang (Unsmoked):

Wild Lapsang is a unique offering from the Wuyi Mountain region of Fujian, China. The tea is harvested from wild-growing trees and bushes on the property of second-generation tea farmer, Cindy Chen. Most of the plants on her property are around 40 years old, while others are younger and have cropped up naturally from seed. Sometimes tea of this nature is called “caicha” or “vegetable tea.”

Smooth, rich and aromatic, Wild Lapsang differs from most Lapsang Souchong teas in that it is unsmoked. The appearance of the leaf is long, wiry and unbroken with a lovely shine. These long black tea leaves look very uniform but are actually harvested from more than one varietal.

Lapsang teas are said to age well.

Available in a 50 gram pack.

Flavor Profile:

Sweet plum aroma. Smooth with hints of roasted yam, peaches and some delicate floral notes. Holds up to many infusions. 

Brewing Instructions:

Every tea is different and can be brewed in different ways. The chart below is not a hard-and-fast guide for brewing this tea, but rather a place to get started. Steeping time may vary based on your personal taste or on how many infusions have already been done. Experiment with the brewing of your tea to discover its unique character.