Lapsang Souchong Wild Black Tea (Ye Sheng Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong) from Teavivre

Lapsang Souchong Wild Black Tea (Ye Sheng Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong)

Tea type
Black Tea
Ingredients
Black Tea Leaves
Flavors
Caramel, Chocolate, Honey, Almond, Amaretto, Cocoa, Malt, Roasty, Stevia, Sweet, Sweet Potatoes, Caramelized Sugar, Wet Dog, Wet Earth, Mineral, Smooth, Orange Zest, Tangy, Autumn Leaf Pile, Bread, Brown Sugar, Cherry, Cinnamon, Cream, Creamy, Dried Fruit, Meat, Molasses, Tart, Thick, Fruity, Orange, Spices, Umami, Candy, Yams, Winter Honey, Yeast, Maple Syrup, Raisins, Tea, Black Currant, Blackberry, Raspberry, Berries, Dark Chocolate, Rose
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Caffeine
Medium
Certification
Not available
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Average preparation
200 °F / 93 °C 3 min, 0 sec 4 g 17 oz / 488 ml

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Strong honey and caramel flavor

Lapsang Souchong Wild Black Tea is known as Cai Cha Lapsang Souchong by the local people. You might assume that all lapsang souchong teas have a bitter, smoky taste, as long as you have some knowledge of the traditional pine-tree drying process used to make it; this time, however, since this is both a high-quality and semi-wild tea, this particular type has amazing unique characters and no hint of bitterness in its flavor.

Unlike other wild teas, TeaVivre’s wild lapsang souchong gives off a strong dried longan aroma, with a smooth drinking feeling without any astringency. The unusual wild undertone, mellow taste, and reddish liquid brought out by the traditional rolling process all contribute to its exotic and unique flavor. Once you drink this tea, you will never forget about it.

Recommend Brewing Method

Cup Method
Teacup: 12oz / 355ml
194℉ / 90℃
2 Teaspoons / 3g Tea
Brewing time: 3 – 5 mins

Chinese Gongfu Method
Gaiwan: 3.8oz / 110ml
194℉ / 90℃
5g Tea
5 steeps: rinse, 5s, 5s, 10s, 15s, 30s
Rinse time is around 5 seconds

Origin:
Wuyi Mountain, Fujian Province, China

Season:
Spring Tea

Dry Leaf:
Leaves are thick, robust, tightly rolled strips

Aroma:
Smelling of pleasant Longan aroma

Liquor:
Bright and clear reddish orange

Taste:
Strong flavor of honey & caramel aroma, smooth and rich mouthfeel, leaving an impression of sweet potato taste

Tea Bush:
Wild Caicha

Tea Garden:
Tongmu Tea Garden in Tongmu Village, located north of the Wuyi Mountain National Nature Reserve, is the source of the Jiuqu Stream scenic spot of the Wuyi Mountain, and also the hometown of Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong – the Chinese name for lapsang souchong. The four seasons here are clear, and this region experiences an annual total rainfall of greater than 2300mm on average. The tea here is grown in a semi-wild environment, lush with mountain forests spanning about 315,000mu, and at an altitude between 1000 and 1500 meters. The sea of clouds, rich vegetation, and crystal mountain springs come together to establish the marvelous scenery here, and make this land especially suitable for tea cultivation. Along with tea, bamboo is also an important industry in Tongmu.

Caffeine:
Less than 40% of a cup of coffee

Storage:
Store in airtight, opaque packaging; in cool, dry place

Shelf Life:
36 Months

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I saw ‘wild’ and thought this might be like the other tea Teavivre has available: the Nonpareil Yunnan Dian Hong Ancient Wild Tree Black that has a very unique flavor and profile. This tea IS like that tea! It has the same type of flavor: lighter, smooth, honey, a little like plums, most importantly with that tangy quality I don’t find with many other teas (mostly just the Nonpareil YDH Ancient Wild Tree). Most people associate Lapsang Souchong with smoke but this one is not smoky at ALL. I’ve had a couple “Zheng” teas and this is the flavor I associate with those, though hard to describe. This one also might remind me of a lighter flavored Bailin Gongfu. The dry leaves are medium sized, twisty and dusty black. The dry leaves have a fragrance exactly like the flavor. The color of the mug is a light amber, like the maple syrup it tastes like. Caramel, honey. Give this one a try if you’re a fan of the other Wild or lighter black teas. Do not hesitate if you aren’t a fan of smoky teas! I will try this one again with more leaves and/or a hotter temperature. This one is very good but I think I can make it better with proper steeping (closer to the parameters that Teavivre suggests). I like the other Wild better though, as it’s one of the most unique teas I’ve ever tried.
Steep #1 // half a sample pouch for a mug (so about 3.5 grams or about two teaspoons) // 15 minute after boiling // 2-3 minute steep
Steep #2 // few minutes after boiling // 2-3 minute steep
Harvest: 2015
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ashmanra
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Not smokey? I didn’t expect that! After trying the peach jasmine green today I am putting together an order. Maybe this one should join the list.

tea-sipper
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Nope. In a taste test, I would never guess this was Lapsang Souchong.

Haveteawilltravel
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I love “Wild” teas. They have such a unique flavor profile.

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