Wuyi Star "Encounter" Lapsang Souchong Black Tea

Wuyi Star "Encounter" Lapsang Souchong is handcrafted in Tongmu Village, at the very heart of Wuyi Mountain—the birthplace of the world’s first black tea. This smokeless premium Zhengshan Xiaozhong embodies a restrained reverence for tradition: mid-April harvest of one-bud-two-leaf shoots, slow oxidation, and careful small-batch processing that preserve a poised balance of depth and grace.

Its character unfolds with pine-kissed depth and a whisper of longan sweetness. The aroma mingles sun-dried red dates, osmanthus, and a hint of wild honey; the palate presents a silky lychee-like maltiness interlaced with warm cinnamon and aged pine resin. The finish is clean and mineral, with a subtle cocoa warmth that lingers. Because production is deliberately limited, this tea carries timeless value and collector appeal for connoisseurs seeking a refined ritual; the smokeless line sits alongside an optional light-smoke version offered in the same lineage.

• Origin & Craft: Handcrafted in Tongmu Village, Wuyi Mountain; small-batch production by dedicated artisans grounding modern luxury in ancient method.
• Leaf & Harvest: Mid-April harvest of one-bud-two-leaf shoots; slow fermentation yields greater body than typical black teas.
• Flavor Signature: Pine-kissed depth with longan sweetness; aromas of red dates, osmanthus, and wild honey; lychee-like maltiness with cinnamon and aged pine resin.
• Provenance & Value: Limited quantity, heritage-forward design that appeals to collectors and those building a timeless tea repertoire.
• Preparation & Experience: Best enjoyed in quiet moments; brew at ~95°C for ~3 minutes, with multiple infusions revealing evolving nuances.