Lapsang Souchong

Lapsang Souchong is a black tea that gets its unique smoky flavor from being dried over pinewood fires. It can be enjoyed as a beverage on its own, with milk, or as an ingredient to add a smoky flavor to food, like in marinades, sauces, soups, and rubs. The tea is also rich in polyphenols and other antioxidants, which may offer benefits for the immune system, heart health, and digestion.  

Uses

Beverage:

Drink it pure to experience its full smoky, pine-like flavor. 

Add a splash of milk or a sweetener like honey or sugar to cut through the smokiness. 

Use it for cold brew to create a smooth, refreshing drink with subtle smoky notes. 

Blend it with other teas, such as Earl Grey or create a Russian Caravan blend. 

Culinary:

Add it to soups, stews, and sauces for a smoky depth without meat. 

Use it as a spice in rubs for meat, like steak or poultry. 

Incorporate it into desserts like ice cream or hot chocolate for a unique flavor. 

Brew it and use the liquid to enhance marinades and barbecue sauces. 

Potential health benefits

Rich in antioxidants, which can help protect against cell damage.

Supports a healthy immune system.

Can aid digestion.

Contains anti-inflammatory properties.

May support heart health.