Introduction – A Tea That Smells Like a Campfire Imagine opening a tea canister and being hit with an aroma that instantly reminds you of a campfire deep in the woods — charred pinewood, smoked bacon, and a hint of tar. Some people close the lid immediately, while others inhale deeply, smiling like they’ve met an old friend. That, in essence, is Lapsang Souchong — a Chinese black tea smoked over pinewood fires. It’s been called “the whisky of teas” , “a campfire in a cup” , and even “the most divisive beverage in the tea world” . For centuries, it has inspired passionate devotion and intense dislike in equal measure. In this article, we’ll explore how this unique tea came to be, why it’s so controversial, its cultural journey, health benefits, and how to brew it like a pro .
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