Lapsang Souchong Tea

This tea from Fujian province of China balances the astringency of a smooth, black Chinese tea and the sweet, smoky character of pungent pine smoke. Its famous flavor was accidentally achieved long ago during the Qing dynasty when tea workers tried to speed up the drying process by drying the leaves over a pine fire. The taste was greeted with unbridled enthusiasm, and here we are today. Now intentionally smoked, this unforgettable tea has a deep, red-brown cup color, invigorating aroma and a smooth, slightly sweet smoky flavor.