ZHENG SHAN TANG · BLACK TEA
Origin, flavour and brewing
At a glance
- Tea type
- Black tea
- Origin
- Tongmu, Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
- Character
- Fresh grassy, woody and honeyed notes
- Pack formats
- Choose a 50g tin, a tin with outer gift box, or a 100g gift box.
- Leaf quantity
- 5g to start brewing
- Water temperature
- 95–100°C
- Storage
- Keep sealed, dry, dark and away from strong odours.
Forest character, mountain origins
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.
From leaf to cup
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.
The mountains of Tongmu
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.
Tea plants among the trees
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.
The black tea process
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.
Brew with short infusions
Start with 5g of leaves in a warmed gaiwan and water at 95–100°C. Pour off the first infusions promptly rather than leaving the leaves to soak. Later infusions can be extended to about 5–10 seconds, then longer as needed. Adjust the leaf quantity and timing to your vessel and taste.
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.
For a shared tea occasion
Explore the dedicated gift presentation and check its contents before choosing. Packaging and net weight are specific to each format.
Discover Wild Tea
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Brewing Wild Tea
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Wild Tea in focus
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Questions about this tea
What aromas should I look for?
Fresh grassy, woody and honeyed notes are central to this tea. Its forest character is a tasting description, with a mellow texture and a sweet finish.
How should I brew this tea?
Start with 5g of leaves in a warmed gaiwan and water at 95–100°C. Pour off the first infusions promptly rather than leaving the leaves to soak. Later infusions can be extended to about 5–10 seconds, then longer as needed. Adjust the leaf quantity and timing to your vessel and taste.
Which pack should I choose?
Choose a 50g tin, a tin with outer gift box, or a 100g gift box. Choose the format or quantity shown above. Tins suit regular use, sachets portion loose tea, and gift boxes offer a different presentation. Check the selected option for its exact net weight.
How should I store the tea?
Keep sealed, dry, dark and away from strong odours.
How many infusions can I make?
There is no fixed number for every session. Leaf quantity, the vessel and infusion time all matter. Lengthen later infusions gradually and stop when the flavour no longer suits you.
