Teas by Country :: Laos
The Paksong tea garden is something of a hidden gem of the tea world. The only tea garden is Laos, it was planted from the seeds of the wild-growing tea trees in Northern Laos, near to the Chinese border. According to the garden's history, tea from these wild trees was highly prized by the Chinese Emperors for its quality and flavour. Entire trees would be cut down to obtain the choicest leaves, which would be reserved for the imperial family and court dignitaries. This wild variety of tea has been spared from rigorous cultivation and thus produces leaves of exceptional and complex character. Teas of this descent have also been recorded with particularly high levels of antioxidants. They are organically grown and only 30 tonnes are produced in total each year, making this a truly rare tea.
As well as the Black tea below we also have a Green tea version.
Paksong Wild Excelsior Black FT
A very expressive golden black tea, naturally smoky with a hint of spice. The tea is wrapped in banana leaves as it oxidises, resulting in its unique flavour.
Brew for 3 to 4 minutes with water just off the boil.
A Fairtrade Certified tea.
If you would like to send this tea as a gift we can pack in in our 125g Higgins Caddies. Please select 'packed in a 125g Higgins caddy' as the packing option.
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