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China: Zheng Shan Orchid
China: Zheng Shan Orchid
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A full-bodied Wuyi black tea with floral notes, gentle sweetness, and a clean mineral finish.
Zheng Shan Orchid is an early spring black tea from Tongmu Guan in the Wuyi Mountains of Fujian. Also known as Zheng Shan Xiao Zhong, it is the original style of Lapsang Souchong, presented here in its unsmoked form. It offers a naturally sweet aroma with subtle roasted notes and a clean, mineral finish. Medium-bodied with gentle tannins, it is delicate yet expressive. This unsmoked Lapsang style highlights the clarity and structure characteristic of Tongmu Guan teas.
Sourced from Tongmu Guan in the Wuyi Mountains and crafted using traditional small-batch methods.
Ideal for those who enjoy smooth, nuanced black teas without heavy smoke.
Origin: Tongmu Guan, Wuyi Mountains, Fujian, China
Cultivar: Xiao Zhong
Flavor Profile: Sweet malt, orchid, honey, light roast.
Preparation: 3-5 g tea, 100°C (212°F), 250 ml (8 oz) water, 2-3 minutes
For the best-tasting tea, use high-quality or filtered water
