Old Tree Lapsang

This Old Tree Lapsang is one of the Chen family's—and, by extension Via Tiempo's—dearest teas. This tea comes from centuries old trees in the birthplace of red (or black) tea—Tongmu Pass, Fujian. There at 1200-1400, the Wuyi Cai cha landrace cultivar grows wild in its original home. I am always transformed by its refined clean sweetness and a deeply nourishing energy.

Peddler's note: When people ask my favorite tea, I often say this one. Why? Because when I drink tea I look first to the energy, and this tea always makes me feel amazing. Then texture, taste, and aroma. For me, this tea is great in every category, though I know that others have different preferences. Plus, it has the story and the history, and the truth is that the story comes through in the brew.

2026 Harvest

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