This special smoked�Lapsang Souchong�has a distinctive flavor sometimes referred to as tarry, and is a special tea from Fujian province. Lapsang Souchong is best described as an acquired taste. Legend claims that the smoking process was discovered by accident. During the Qing dynasty, an army unit passing through Xingcun (Star Village) camped in a tea factory filled with fresh leaves awaiting processing. When the soldiers left and the workers could get back into the premises, they realized that to arrive at market in time, it was too late to dry the leaves in the usual way. So they lit open fires of pinewood to hasten the drying. Not only did the tea reach the market in time, but also the smoked pine flavour created a sensation!
Lapsang SouchongButterfly has a smooth, crisp character with the remarkable heady flavour and aroma of oak, yielding a bright infusion with reddish hues.
Lapsang Souchong Butterfly is an excellent mid-morning or lunchtime tea. It also�compliments� salty and spicy dishes. Why not try it with your favourite cheeses?
Country of origin: China Region: Fujian province, Xingchun region Shipping Port: Fuzhou Grade: Special Leaf Lapsang Souchong Altitude: 3500 - 5000 feet above sea level Manufacture Type: Orthodox
