Dorothy

Lapsang souchong biologique from Camellia Sinensis

Dorothy drank Lapsang souchong biologique by Camellia Sinensis

I absolutely love this particular Lapsang Souchong. With some others I’ve tried, I don’t get the same strong flavor unless I add extra tea or steep it for at least 6 minutes.

Such a strong smoky and malty flavor. Not normally the sort of thing I drink in the summer, because it has so much “warmth”. It always reminds me of camp fires, which is a comforting thought in the winter. It’s my favorite tea, so even in the summer I don’t go a week without at least one cup. :)

2011-06-11 13:16:56 -0400

205 °F / 96 °C

3 min 15 sec

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Michelle Butler Hallett 2011-06-12 14:10:00 -0400

Good to know. There are a lot of lapsangs out there that are just crappy tea disguised with smoke flavour. A good lapsang souchong is freakin heaven.

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99-100: Teas that blow my mind! An unforgettable experience. Savoured to the last drop. I felt privileged to drink this.

90-98: Extraordinary, highly recommended, try it and you won’t be disappointed (and if you are, mail me the tea!)

80-89: Excellent, a treasured experience but not a favourite.

70-79: Good but could be better. Above average.

60-69: Average, unexceptional, not something I would buy again. Slightly disappointed. I’d rather drink water.

50-0: Varying degrees of sadness

No rating: Mixed feelings, can’t decide whether I like it or not, not enough experience with that sort of tea to rate it. A dramatic change of heart.