Russian Caravan loose leaf tea tends to be made with light, bright flavoured tea to produce a delicate cup, lively, sprightly and with slightly toasty notes. A hint of Lapsang Souchong relives the heady days and mystery of the Royal Court of St. Petersburg.
Vodka is the drink we stereotypically associate with Russians, which is quite unfair as tea is consumed in large quantities. Quite often tea is thrown in a pot and allowed to steep and simmer all day. Tea in Russia goes back hundreds of years when it was carried along the Silk Road by great camel trains. The smoky nature of Russian Caravan gives the tea a little mystery and is supposed to have emanated from the wood fires used to keep the caravan drivers warm on the long journey. We now add a little Lapsang Souchong to create the past.
When you buy Russian Caravan from Coffee Cavern you can be assured that quality is our primary concern and you will be indulging in quality rarely seen on the high street.
Brewing instructions:
Hot - Use fresh boiling water. 1 teaspoon per cup in a pot or infuser. Poor over boiling water and let steep for 3-7 minutes. It is acceptable to add milk and sugar.
Cold - (makes 1 litre): 6 teaspoons of tea into a tea pot or heatproof jug. Pour in 275 ml of freshly boiled water. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving jug with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving jug, straining the leaves. Add ice and top-up the jug with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste. The tea may go cloudy when ice is added. This is normal with high quality black teas.
Information:
Country of Origin: India, China, Sri Lanka Region: Assam, Fujian, Dimbula Shipping Port: Haldia, Fuzhou, Colombo Grade: OP (Orange Pekoe) Altitude: 1700� ft, 1500� ft, 5200� Manufacture Type: Orthodox Cup Characteristics: A delicate cup, lively, sprightly and with slightly toasty notes. A hint of Lapsang Souchong relives the heady days and mystery of the Royal Court of St. Petersburg. Infusion: Bright tending light Ingredients: Luxury black tea.
