Had a little side by side tasting of this and ROT’s lapsang souchong with my dad pre-present opening tonight. Ultimately he preferred ROT’s as it is a bit of a stronger taste and with a fuller body but I liked this one. It sweeter and softer with a note of a faint honey taste running through the tea. It is a thinner-bodied tea and not as dark and murky as ROT’s. There is a smoky flavor all over this tea but nothing overpowering. Instead, it is smooth and lovely. I will be ordering more of this one.
So interesting that you did this, Auggy! I’m glad he enjoyed the tea, regardless.. and I’m glad you found GM’s Lapsang to be a LOVE!
Oh why must you torture yourself Auggy =P