The Taste of Black Tea (Keemun, Yunnan, Lapsang Souchong)
Lapsang Souchong is sweet and aromatic with a rich mouthfeel, making it a great choice for beginners. Yunnan black tea is strong and full-bodied, offering a bold flavor that some tea drinkers prefer. Keemun black tea is known for its pure and balanced taste, with a distinct fragrance that becomes mo...
Tea News · Apr 27, 2026
Origin, Classification, Characteristics, and Efficacy of Black Tea
Black tea is a fermented tea made from one bud and two or three leaves of the tea plant, processed through typical steps such as withering, rolling (cutting , fermentation, and drying. It is named for the reddish hue of its dried leaves and brewed liquor. China's most famous black tea variety is Kee...
Tea News · Apr 20, 2026
The Origin of the World's Earliest Black Tea "Lapsang Souchong"
Lapsang Souchong, recognized as the world's earliest black tea and the progenitor of all black teas, originated over 400 years ago in Tongmu Village, Wuyishan City, Fujian Province. Legend recounts that its creation was accidental: after soldiers camped on tea leaves, causing unintended fermentation...
Tea News · Apr 11, 2026
In-Depth Look at Black Tea: Lapsang Souchong
Lapsang Souchong is recognized as the originator of Chinese black tea and also the world's first black tea. Created in the early 17th century, it originated in Tongmu Guan, Chong'an, Fujian (now Tongmu Village within the Wuyishan National Nature Reserve . Initially developed from folk medicinal use,...
Tea News · Apr 09, 2026
Types of Tea: Black Tea
Black tea is a fully fermented tea (fermentation degree >80% , opposite to green tea. Its name derives from its red liquor. Famous Chinese varieties include Keemun (from Anhui , Dianhong (from Yunnan , Huohong (from Anhui , Yihong (from Jiangsu , Yuehong (from Hunan , Chuanhong (from Sichuan , an...
Tea News · Feb 06, 2026
What kind of tea is Jin Jun Mei?
Jin Jun Mei is a premium variety of authentic Lapsang Souchong black tea, belonging to the black tea category. Its production process partially follows traditional Lapsang Souchong methods. During withering, the tea leaves turn from bright green to dark green, indicating maturity. Fermentation is th...
Tea News · Jan 15, 2026
Introducing the Most 'Authentic' Black Tea
Lapsang Souchong, recognized as the world's earliest black tea and often called the 'originator of black tea,' boasts a history exceeding 400 years. This Chinese black tea, also known as Zhengshan Xiaozhong, is traditionally smoked over pine needles or pine wood, imparting an intensely aromatic flav...
Tea News · Jan 14, 2026
A Detailed Explanation of Souchong Black Tea and Gongfu Black Tea
This article delves into the historical origins and distinctions between Souchong black tea and Gongfu black tea. It traces the earliest documented mentions of the terms 'Souchong' and 'Gongfu' to a 1717 text, initially describing grades of Wuyi tea rather than black tea specifically. Today, Gongfu...
Tea News · Jan 09, 2026
Water Temperature is Crucial When Brewing Lapsang Souchong
Lapsang Souchong is a Chinese black tea smoked with pine needles or pine wood, giving it a strong aroma. Due to the smoking process, the leaves appear black but yield a deep red liquor. As one of the oldest black teas, mastering the water temperature for brewing Lapsang Souchong is essential, as inc...
Tea News · Jan 07, 2026
Top Ten Famous Teas in the World
The world's top ten famous teas include Indian Masala Chai, Genmaicha, Earl Grey, Matcha, Tieguanyin, Pu'er, Chamomile Tea, Rooibos Tea, Lapsang Souchong, and White Tea. Each boasts unique characteristics and cultural significance. For instance, Indian Masala Chai blends strong black tea with milk,...
Tea News · Dec 29, 2025