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First Black Tea in History – Zhengshan Xiaozhong (Lapsang Souchong) from Wuyi Mountain, Tongmu Village | 40g
First Black Tea in History – Zhengshan Xiaozhong (Lapsang Souchong) from Wuyi Mountain, Tongmu Village | 40g
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Why You’ll Love It
Why You’ll Love It
- You are tasting the very first black tea ever created
- Authentic Tongmu Village origin, not mass-market imitation
- Naturally sweet, smooth, and clean—not heavily smoked
- Perfect for daily drinking, gifting, or introducing others to real Chinese black tea
- A historic product that stands out in any tea collection
Details
Details
- Origin: Tongmu Village, Wuyi Mountain, Fujian, China
- Tea Type: Black Tea (Zhengshan Xiaozhong)
- Craft: Hand-picked, traditionally oxidized, pine-wood dried
- Liquor: Amber-red, clear, bright
- Aroma: Subtle pine, soft caramel, natural sweetness
- Taste: Smooth, rounded, warming with a gentle lingering finish
Brewing Method
Brewing Method
BREWING METHOD
Western Style
- Tea: 3g
- Water: 90–95°C
- Steep: 2–3 minutes
- Infusions: 2–3
Gongfu Style
- Tea: 4–5g
- Water: 90–95°C
- Steep: 10–20 seconds
- Infusions: 5–7
Tips for Best Flavor
- Use soft water for a cleaner, sweeter profile
- Keep the temperature below boiling to protect aroma
The First Black Tea in History
This product represents the original lineage of black tea, known in China as Zhengshan Xiaozhong, and globally as Lapsang Souchong. It was first created in Tongmu Village in the Wuyi Mountains—making it the birthplace of the world’s earliest black tea.
Why This Tea Creates Traffic and Converts Buyers
Consumers search for “first black tea,” “origin of black tea,” and “Lapsang Souchong history.”
This product answers all three, positioning your page as the authoritative source.
Authentic Tongmu Village Craftsmanship
This tea is produced using traditional methods developed centuries ago:
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Hand-picked leaves from Wuyi Mountain
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Controlled oxidation to create a natural red-amber infusion
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Gentle pinewood drying, not heavy artificial smoke
Taste Notes
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Soft pine aroma
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Smooth, clean body
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Naturally sweet finish
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Amber-red color that reflects true Zhengshan craftsmanship
What Makes It Remarkable
Most people know Lapsang Souchong as a smoky tea. But the true original from Tongmu has:
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Less smoke
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More natural sweetness
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More clarity in flavor
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A cleaner, elegant profile
This is the version tea drinkers rarely get to try.
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