Blended Fujian lapsang and Assam malts: Delivers a unique smoky and malty flavor profile
Classic wood smoke aroma: Provides a comforting, nostalgic tea experience
Balanced, full-bodied taste: Offers warmth and depth without being overpowering
Versatile brewing: Suitable for both black and milk-based drinks
Historic origin story: Captures the journey and tradition of aged teas
Summarized by Shop
Russian Caravan combines smoked Lapsang Souchong from Fujian with malty Assam from India to create a tea that is bold yet balanced. The result is a smooth liquour with notes of wood smoke and biscuit-like richness, capturing a historic style in a more approachable form.
Origin
Fujian, China and Assam, India
Tea Type
Black
Input Type
Loose leaf
Brewing Instructions
1g leaf per 100ml water, 95°C, 3 minutes; milk drinkers use 1.5g/100ml, 4 minutes
Flavor Notes
Wood smoke, malt, biscuit richness
Summarized by Shop
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With Whittard's discontinuing their Russian Caravan, which has been our tea of choice for many years, we sourced a range of possible alternatives for a taste test. This tea won easily and unanimously. It's terrific - a full taste and appropriately but notexcessively smoky.
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Anthony · December 8, 2025
It is great to be able to order my favourite tea so easily from you. Always a quick postal delivery.
