Lapsang Souchong Floral
Lapsang Souchong Floral
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Lapsang souchong floral
Lapsang Souchong Floral is a non-smoked black tea from Tongmu Village in the Wuyi Mountains, Fujian province, China. It's made in the same region as the famous smoked Lapsang Souchong, but the leaves aren't dried over pinewood fires — so instead of smoke, you get the tea's natural floral and fruity character.
The flavour is quite different from what most people expect when they hear "Lapsang Souchong." It's light, sweet, with honey and stone fruit notes, and a clean finish. If you've only tried the smoked version and found it too intense, the floral style is worth a go — it's a completely different experience.
Comparing the two side by side is something we recommend. Our Lapsang Souchong Original Smoked is bold and campfire-like, while this floral version is gentle and bright. Same origin, same tea plant variety, but the processing makes all the difference.
Brewing guide
Western style: Use 2g per 250ml with 90°C water. Steep 3 minutes. Good for 2 infusions.
Gongfu style: Use 5g per 150ml gaiwan or teapot. Pre-warm the vessel. Brew with 90°C water, 20 seconds for the first infusion, adding 10 seconds from the second. You can get 5–6 infusions, and the honey sweetness really develops in the middle brews.
Tea profile
Taste: Fruity, honey-scented, sweet
Type: Black tea
Origin: Tongmu Village, Fujian, China
Oxidation: 85-100% — fully oxidized
TCM Property: Warm (温性) — warming, suits cooler weather
Harvest: Spring 2025
Caffeine: High
Ingredients: 100% loose tea leaves. No artificial flavours, colours or preservatives.
Storage
Keep in an airtight container, away from light and moisture.
Available at our Salamanca Tea Bar in Hobart — come try before you buy. If you like this lighter style of black tea, you might also enjoy our Peach Black Tea, which has a similarly fruity, naturally sweet profile.
About Lapsang Souchong
Lapsang Souchong (正山小种) comes from the Tongmu area of Fujian province, which is considered the birthplace of black tea. The traditional smoked version was one of the first black teas ever produced. Today, the non-smoked "floral" style has become popular in China for its delicate sweetness. We carry both versions so you can explore the full range — check our black tea collection for the complete lineup.
Joanne's tip
I find this tea surprises people who think all Lapsang Souchong tastes like a bonfire. It's actually one of our more approachable black teas — sweet and easy to brew without bitterness. If you're buying a gift for someone who likes lighter teas but you want to introduce them to something with a bit more depth, the floral Lapsang is a good bridge between green tea and full-bodied black tea.
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from 137 reviewsI’m really enjoying this tea. Very smooth, an incredible tea to taste. Highly recommend. Will definitely repurchase and continue to try other teas you recommend. Thankyou
This is seriously a lovely tea. Smooth flavour and no bitterness at all. I usually like milk with my tea but no problems without milk at all. Will definitely purchase again. Thanks
This is a really handy little flask. Just the right size and the temp gauge is a great addition so you know how hot the contents are . Not too big or small just right😄
I love smokiness in most things so when I saw this Lapsang Souchong Original Smoked I grabbed a sample to try and I was blown away.
From the moment you open the packet the aroma of the smokiness hits front and centre.
With smallish leaves I eagerly brewed up. I was presented with a beautiful full amber liquid and the smoke hitting my nose was welcoming.
The only way I can describe this tea is it brings back memories of camping down by the creek on our farm burning pine cones. It’s like a warm hug being able to taste the smell. It reminds me of the smokiness in your clothes once you walk away from that fire.
Full bodied and lovely mouth feel.
I want to write this because I am genuinely impressed with the service I received.
I had an issue with one of the teas I purchased and I emailed A Moment of Tea about it. That morning I received a email back from Zachary profusely apologising about the mishap. In the email Zachary thanked me for the email because they actually found an issue in the OS supplier and worked towards a solution with them that day.
Zachary took the time to explain to me the process as to how this tea was produced and why the issue occurred and what’s happening to fix the issue.
To say the least I was blown away and again would like to thank Zachary for the communication through email. I highly highly recommend anyone with a Chinese Tea love to purchase from here as the teas I have tried so far are top notch. Tea reviews coming.
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