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Lapsang Souchong
Warm正山小种 (Zhèng Shān Xiǎo Zhǒng)
Black · Wuyi Mountains, Fujian
The world's first black tea, smoked over pine fires. Bold smoky character (traditional version) or elegant longan sweetness (modern unsmoked). A warming winter companion.
Flavor Profile
Smoky, pine, dried longan, slightly sweet
Caffeine Level
Medium
Brewing Guide
Temperature
90-95°C (194-203°F)
Amount
3-5g per 150ml
Steep Time
2-3 min first steep
Number of Steeps
3-5 steeps
Health Benefits
- ✓ Strongly warms the body
- ✓ Aids digestion
- ✓ Promotes circulation
- ✓ Relieves cold symptoms
Suits These Body Types
Avoid If
yin deficiency