Russian Caravan

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Tea type
Black Tea
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Ingredients
Black Tea
Flavors
Berries, Mushrooms, Red Wine, Smoke, Smooth, Umami
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Loose Leaf
Caffeine
High
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Use 8 oz / 250 ml of water
Set water temperature to Boiling
Use 2 g of tea
Steep for 3 min, 0 sec
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“LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this tea! My absolute favourite black. Smoky, but not overpowering and with a richness underneath that makes it a pleasure to drink any time of day (although earlier is better)...” Read full tasting note

Description

A classic black tea, produced by blending smoked Lapsang Souchong with other black teas to get the traditional full-bodied and lightly smoked tea known as Russian Caravan. Historically the tea got its name from the time when special caravans transported tea from China to Russia over the desert by camels. During the long journeys the tea absorbed smoke from campfires, resulting in a smooth, medium strong tea with a lightly smoked character. Use 1 tsp. per cup, brew in hot water (98-99 °C) for 2-3 mins.

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