I was sure I’d like this the moment I read the description. Ever since I’d tried a lapsang souchong, I’d wondered how a lapsang chai blend would be. I steeped this mostly according to the instructions. The temperature didn’t quite make it as high as recommended, but it was a temperature I like to brew at. And after letting it steep for 4 minutes, I let it cool while I took a shower (probably longer than the recommended 10 minutes)
This chai is a little different, I’ll grant, since it’s heavy on the cumin (I think cardamom is usually the most predominant flavor I get from most other chais), but I do get a bit of the chai flavor, and the warmth of the cumin blends beautifully with the smokiness of the lapsang.
I think I’m going to want a larger bag of this one. Or two. It’s so fiery and warm. And again, different from anything I’ve had before.
Flavors: Cardamom, Smoke, Spices
I’m glad you enjoyed this one!
It was great! Did a second steep today, it was just as good!