Traditional 正山小種 (Non-Smoked Lapsang Souchong)

This is the original style from Tongmu Village in the Wuyi mountains, often misunderstood because the Western market mainly encountered the smoked version. The traditional one is not smoky; instead, it’s fruity, warm, and vividly sweet.

Aroma

Elegant, clean, and comforting:

• dried longan

• honey

• red dates or raisin

• soft pinewood warmth

• a hint of cocoa

The fragrance is deep but gentle, like stepping into an old wooden house warmed by the afternoon sun.

Flavor

Smooth, sweet, and subtly layered:

• longan syrup

• malt, caramel, brown sugar

• soft stone fruit

• warm wood tones

• a little mineral brightness

There’s no bitterness—just an earthy, round sweetness that spreads softly across the tongue.

Texture

• mellow

• smooth and crisp

• medium-bodied with a warm, glowing sensation

Aftertaste

A sweet, honey-like return lingers in the throat, with a steady warmth that feels grounding and peaceful.

Personality:
Quiet, steady, elegant; like a cup of early autumn.