Lapsang Souchong Butterfly Tea

Experience the marvellous Lapsang Souchong Butterfly Tea, a deluxe lightly smoked tea that will stun your senses. This is a black tea type that is smoked using conventional ways. It is made naturally by drying leaves over pine wood fires and famous for its strong smoky smell and taste which is full bodied.

This process imparts to it an overwhelming smoky flavor that matches with its natural sweetness perfectly. For those looking for some tangy drink, lapsang souchong tea will work alone or together with any quality food item.

The Origin of Lapsang Butterfly Tea

The genesis of our premium Lapsang Butterfly Tea is deeply rooted in the serene and picturesque Xingchun Region. Nestled in the heart of China’s acclaimed tea-growing provinces. Xingchun’s distinction lies in its unique approach to the tea-smoking process.

Unlike other regions, which often produce heavily smoked varieties, Xingchun has perfected a subtler method, allowing the tea’s inherent flavors to shine through, creating a harmonious blend of smokiness, sweetness, and floral notes.

About the Xingchun Region

The Xingchun Region is not only known for its innovative smoking techniques, but also for its exceptional natural conditions, which contribute to the superior quality of its tea. The region boasts a rare and favourable climate, characterised by mild temperatures and ample rainfall, ideal for tea cultivation.

The fertile soil in this area further enhances the growth of high-quality tea leaves, ensuring that each batch is of the highest standard.

Additionally, Xingchun’s commitment to traditional methods, combined with modern refinements, ensures that the tea produced here maintains its unique flavor profile. This dedication to excellence and tradition makes Lapsang Butterfly Tea from the Xingchun Region a standout choice for tea connoisseurs around the world.

How to Make Lapsang Souchong Butterfly Tea

1. Boil some water: Begin by boiling fresh filtered water. The brewing temperature should ideally be about 95°C (203°F).
2. Measure the leaves: Take around one spoonful of Lapsang butterfly tea leaves for each 240ml (8oz) of water.
3. Pre-heat the teapot: Pour a small amount of the hot water into your teapot or cup to warm it up before adding the tea leaves. Swirl it around and discard the water.
4. Steep the tea: Put the measured tea leaves into your teapot or infuser, then pour over with hot water and let them steep for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
5. Strain and serve: After steeping, strain out the leaves and pour the tea into your cup.

You can try our Lapsang Souchong Tea Bags if you prefer something more convenient.

Tasting Notes and Flavour

On first taste, you will detect an aroma that is slightly smoky and this is what makes Lapsang Souchong Butterfly Tea unique among other types of teas. This smoke flavor perfectly combines with mild sweet hints together with a touch of flower notes resulting in a strong rich taste which is both robust and refreshing at once.

Every cup ensures there is an even mix between smokiness as well as natural sweetness found in teas hence making it an ideal selection for any tea drinker who wants more from their beverage experience.

Whether taken alone or accompanied by some tasty dishes; lightly smoked teas like these represent upper class quality therefore transporting one’s mind to the tranquil Xingchun Region where every sip becomes eventful.

Allow yourself to indulge more deeply while taking tea today.