Lapsang Souchong (Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong) High Mountain Black Tea
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Orient Cha: Lapsang Souchong (Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong) Smoky Classic — Discover the world's original black tea. Born in the mist-shrouded peaks of Tongmuguan during the Ming Dynasty, this legendary harvest is the definitive expression of "Smoked Black Tea." Crafted with ancient pinewood firing techniques, it offers a bold, campfire-like aroma balanced by a soul-warming sweetness of dried longan.
Tea Details
| Type | Traditional Smoked Black Tea |
| Origin | Tongmuguan, Wuyi Mountains (Core Reserve) |
| Elevation | 800m – 1,200m Multi-Altitude Blend |
| Harvest | 2025 In-Season (Classic Series) |
| Craft | Traditional Pine Wood Smoked |
A Craft Preserved in Nature
True Lapsang Souchong is increasingly rare. Since Tongmuguan is now a National Nature Reserve, the felling of pine trees is strictly forbidden. To preserve this 400-year-old tradition, our tea masters must hand-collect scattered, fallen pinewood from deep within the forest. This sustainable labor of love ensures each batch carries the authentic, clean pine-smoke character that defines the original Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong.
Multi-Altitude Depth
Our tea garden stretches along a narrow mountain corridor ranging from 800 to 1,200 meters. By blending leaves from across these different elevations, we achieve a complex aromatic foundation. The lower altitudes provide a bold body, while the higher elevations contribute a refined, crisp sweetness, creating a perfectly balanced daily classic.
Sensory Profile
- Aroma: Intense, clean smoke with undertones of toasted resin and forest floor.
- Palate: Surprisingly sweet. The initial smoky impact transitions into a rich, lingering flavor of dried longan fruit.
- Liquor: A brilliant amber-orange that glows in the cup.
Brewing Guide
95°C - 100°C
Boiling water is best to fully extract the pine smoke oils.
5g - 7g | 150ml
Gongfu style brewing reveals the tea's sweetness.
15 - 30 Seconds
Start with quick infusions to balance the bold aroma.
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