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Zhengshan Xiao Zhong (Lapsang Souchong, Unsmoked)

The same Tongmu Village origin, but dried without pine smoke. This reveals the tea's natural character: longan fruit, dried roses and a subtle sweetness. Increasingly preferred in China, where the smoked version is seen as an export style.

Tasting Notes

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Origin

Tongmu, Wuyi, Fujian, China

Plant

Xiao Zhong

Land

800–1,200m

Craft

Spring (April–May) harvest. Full oxidation, dried without smoke.

Brewing

Gongfu
90.0°Ctemp
5gper 100ml
10s1st steep

Add 5s each steep · 5-7 steeps

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