ZHENG SHAN TANG · BLACK TEA
Origin, flavour and brewing
At a glance
- Tea type
- Black tea
- Tea selection
- Wild Tea or Jin Jun Mei
- Net weight
- 200g
- Pack formats
- A 200g wooden gift box with mountain artwork. Check the tea selection before adding it to your cart.
- Preparation
- Follow the guide for the selected tea
- Storage
- Keep sealed, dry, dark and away from strong odours.
Choose one tea for your gift
This box is offered with either Wild Tea or Jin Jun Mei. The following sections marked “Wild Tea option” describe only Wild Tea. For Jin Jun Mei, use the dedicated guide below; the Wild Tea leaf description and brewing recipe should not be applied to that choice.
Wild Tea option · Forest character, mountain origins
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option.
Lapsang Souchong Wild Tea brings together fresh grassy, woody and honeyed notes. Tea from the mountains around Tongmu is made with Zheng Shan Tang black tea craftsmanship, combining a full flavour with a mellow, sweet finish.
Wild Tea option · From leaf to cup
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option.
The slender dark leaves open into a bright yellow-gold infusion. Look for a mellow texture, fresh woodland aroma and a lingering sweetness. The infused leaves become tender and open; the character changes with each short infusion.
Wild Tea option · The mountains of Tongmu
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option.
Tongmu lies in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian. Mountain slopes, wooded gullies and tea plants growing among forest vegetation form the setting behind this tea’s forest character.
Wild Tea option · Tea plants among the trees
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option.
The original garden photographs show tea plants growing in a wooded mountain setting. When tasting, follow the movement from fresh grassy notes towards a softer woody and honeyed finish.
Wild Tea option · The black tea process
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option.
Plucking, withering, rolling, oxidation and drying shape the tea’s aroma and texture. The original process illustration provides a simple view of these stages; careful handling of the leaves connects them into one finished tea.
Wild Tea option · Brew with short infusions
For the Wild Tea option, start with 5g of leaves in a warmed gaiwan and water around 95°C. Pour off the first infusions promptly; extend later infusions gradually towards 5–10 seconds, then adjust to taste. This recipe is not a Jin Jun Mei instruction.
About the Jin Jun Mei option
Jin Jun Mei is a distinct black tea option in this gift box. Read our dedicated guide for its leaf character, flavour and preparation. It is not the Wild Tea described in the preceding sections.
Explore the tin formats
Choose a tin for your own tea shelf or explore the other available presentations. Select the format that fits the way you enjoy tea.
A portion for each session
Pre-portioned loose tea makes it easier to prepare a session. Open the sachet and pour its leaves into your gaiwan or chosen brewer.
Discover Wild Tea
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option. Original video. Audio and available subtitles depend on the player.
Brewing Wild Tea
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option. Original video. Audio and available subtitles depend on the player.
Wild Tea in focus
The information in this section applies to the Wild Tea option. Original video. Audio and available subtitles depend on the player.
Questions about this tea
Does each box contain both teas?
No. Choose either Wild Tea or Jin Jun Mei. Each selected option is a 200g tea gift box, not a blend or assortment of both.
How do I brew the Wild Tea option?
For the Wild Tea option, start with 5g of leaves in a warmed gaiwan and water around 95°C. Pour off the first infusions promptly; extend later infusions gradually towards 5–10 seconds, then adjust to taste. This recipe is not a Jin Jun Mei instruction.
Where can I learn about Jin Jun Mei?
Jin Jun Mei is a distinct black tea option in this gift box. Read our dedicated guide for its leaf character, flavour and preparation. It is not the Wild Tea described in the preceding sections.
What is the gift format?
A 200g wooden gift box with mountain artwork. Check the tea selection before adding it to your cart.
How should I store the tea?
Keep sealed, dry, dark and away from strong odours.
