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Kangaroo Lapsang

Original price $15.99 - Original price $75.95
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$15.99
$15.99 - $75.95
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The world's best lapsang with a very smooth and deep flavorful cup with delectable mild hints of pine and oak fire.

  • Information

    INGREDIENTS: Black tea
    INGREDIENTS FROM: Taiwan
    REGION(S): Nantou County
    GROWING ALTITUDES: 2500 - 6000 feet above sea level
    GRADE(S): Kangaroo Lapsang
    MANUFACTURE TYPE(S): Orthodox (Traditional leafy), Small batch crafted
    ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Low
    CAFFEINE LEVEL: Medium
    KOSHER: Yes
    VEGETARIAN: Yes
    VEGAN: Yes
    ARTISANAL NOTES: Small batch blended and packed in Canada
    INFUSION: Tending bright, orange highlights


  • Description

    It has been said that "The beauty of Taiwan tea resides in the hard-working spirit of past generations to pioneer the golden age of Taiwan tea." Truer words regarding this island nation's tea industry could not have been spoken. Through all of Taiwan's political ups and downs during the past couple of centuries, the art and business of tea has prevailed producing some of the world's finest cups. Although these days Taiwan is often associated with semi-fermented Oolongs, the industry there actually began with the development of black tea - teas such as this outstanding Lapsang. Local teas originated from two varieties of wild growing plants, their primary difference being the color of their sprouts. This tea, known as Taiwan Mountain tea had either greenish tending light purple sprouts or purple-red tending fuchsia sprouts. Initially it was thought that neither of these teas were commercially viable. That all changed however when improvements were made to a varietal sub-categorized as Taiwan Tea No. 18 making it suitable for black tea production.

    It is the belief of our Master Taster, that due to the exceptional appearance of the leaf, Kangaroo Lapsang is probably produced from plants stemming from this original Tea No. 18. Production begins by withering freshly picked tea over pine and oak fires, pan-firing, and then rolling the leaf by hand. Once rolled, leaves are pressed into wooden barrels, covered with cloth, and allowed to ferment. Next, the leaves are re-rolled into tight strips and placed in bamboo baskets, which are hung over burning pine boughs. As they dry, the leaves further develop their rich smoky flavor. Because of the quality of the fresh leaf used to produce Kangaroo Lapsang, the resulting tea is one of the worlds finest. The flavor is robust, deep, and highly aromatic, filling the mouth with distinctive smoky pine notes. The flavor leads us to another quote, "The beauty of Taiwan tea resides in the flavor, the clearness of its coloring, the purity of its taste, and the elegance of its aroma." That being the case, this tea is a true example of the beauty of Taiwan tea. (As for the odd name - the true origins have been lost to the mists of time - although legend has it that a ship carrying Kangaroos to the Boston Zoo from Australia almost 200 years ago capsized off the coast of Taiwan, then known as Formosa. The ancient stories maintain that the kangaroos lived in peace amongst the tea plants for many years!)


  • Allergen Declaration

    Allergens controlled by robust HACCP and GMP manufacturing protocols.
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    PRODUCT NAME: Kangaroo Lapsang

    PRODUCT TYPE: Loose - Estate Tea

    KNOWN OR CLAIMED SOURCES OF FOOD ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES

    Present in the product

    Present in the same manufacturing factory

    Tree Nuts and Derivatives of Tree Nuts

    No

    Yes

    Almonds

    No

    Yes

    Brazil Nuts

    No

    No

    Cashews

    No

    No

    Chestnuts

    No

    No

    Coconut

    No

    Yes

    Hazelnut

    No

    No

    Hickory

    No

    No

    Macadamia

    No

    No

    Pecan

    No

    No

    Pine

    No

    No

    Pistachio

    No

    No

    Walnut

    No

    Yes

    Peanuts and Derivatives of Peanuts

    No

    No

    Peanuts

    No

    No

    Peanut Oil

    No

    No

    Sesame Seeds and Derivatives of Sesame Seeds

    No

    No

    Sesame Seeds

    No

    No

    Sesame Oil, refined

    No

    No

    Wheat and Derivatives of Wheat

    No

    Yes

    Wheat Starch Hydrolysates

    No

    Yes

    Egg and Derivatives of Eggs

    No

    No

    Milk, Dairy and Derivatives of Dairy

    No

    No

    Soybeans and Derivatives of Soybeans

    No

    Yes

    Soy Oil/Soybean Oil

    No

    No

    Soy Lecithin

    No

    Yes

    Crustaceans and Derivatives of Crustaceans

    No

    No

    Abalone

    No

    No

    Clam

    No

    No

    Crab

    No

    No

    Crayfish

    No

    No

    Cuttlefish

    No

    No

    King Prawn

    No

    No

    Krill

    No

    No

    Lobster

    No

    No

    Mussels

    No

    No

    Oysters

    No

    No

    Scallop

    No

    No

    Shrimp

    No

    No

    Snail

    No

    No

    Squid

    No

    No

    Fish and Derivatives of Fish

    No

    No

    Anchovies

    No

    No

    Bonito

    No

    No

    Coal Fish

    No

    No

    Mackerel

    No

    No

    Perch/Tilapia

    No

    No

    Salmon

    No

    No

    Cod

    No

    No

    Tuna

    No

    No

    White Fish

    No

    No

    Fish, unspecified

    No

    No

    Mustard and Derivatives of Mustard

    No

    No

    Sulfur Dioxide and Sulfites at concentrations of more than 10mg/kg expressed as S02

    No

    Yes

    Gluten and Derivatives of Gluten

    No

    Yes

    Gluten from Barley

    No

    No

    Gluten from Kamut

    No

    No

    Gluten from Oat

    No

    No

    Gluten from Rye

    No

    No

    Gluten from Spelt

    No

    No

    Gluten from Triticale

    No

    No

    Gluten from Wheat

    No

    Yes

    Celery and Products thereof

    No

    No

    Lupin and Products thereof

    No

    No

     Column 'Present in the product' indicates the allergens that may be found in the product, from addition or cross contamination. Column 'Present in the same manufacturing plant' indicates whether any allergens are present in the factory.

  • Steeping Instructions


    PRODUCT TYPE: Loose - Black Tea

    IDEAL BREWING TEMPERATURE: 100ºC/212ºF

    TEA CUP

    8oz (237ml)

    10oz (296ml)

    12oz (355ml)

    AMOUNT

    1 heaping teaspoon of "The Perfect Measure Spoon"

    1 heaping teaspoon of "The Perfect Measure Spoon"

    1.5 heaping teaspoon of "The Perfect Measure Spoon"

    MILD

    2-3 min

    2-3 min

    2-3 min

    MEDIUM

    4-5 min

    4-5 min

    4-5 min

    STRONG

    6-7 min

    6-7 min

    6-7 min

     

    TEA POT

    18oz (532ml)

    36oz (1064ml)

    48oz (1419ml)

    AMOUNT

    2 heaping teaspoons of "The Perfect Measure Spoon"

    1 heaping teaspoon of "Pot of Perfect Tea Spoon"

    2 heaping teaspoons of "Pot of Perfect Tea Spoon"

    MILD

    2-3 min

    2-3 min

    2-3 min

    MEDIUM

    4-5 min

    4-5 min

    4-5 min

    STRONG

    6-7 min

    6-7 min

    6-7 min

     

    MILK

    SUGAR

    LEMON

    MINT

    OK

    OK

    OK

    OK

    ANTIOXIDANT BENEFIT: For a greater antioxidant benefit brew longer and use more tea.

    FOOD SAFETY ADVISORY: We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today's water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.

  • Epic Iced Tea Instructions

    Tea isn't just served hot!  Iced tea is one of the most refreshing and natural thirst quenchers around the world.  Here is our suggested method of brewing the best iced tea.

    ICED TEA BREWING METHOD (Pitcher): (To Make 1 Liter/Quart):

    1. Place 6 slightly heaping teaspoons of loose tea or 6 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher.
    2. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the tea.
    3. Steep for 5 minutes.
    4. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water.
    5. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the tea or removing the bags.
    6. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste.
    7. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to increase
    8. the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water.

    Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about.

    ICED TEA BREWING METHOD (Individual Serving):
    1. Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea or 1 tea bag into a teapot for each serving required.
    2. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the tea.
    3. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes.
    4. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the tea or removing the bags.
    5. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving.
    6. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted.

    Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about.

    HERB & FRUIT ICED TEA BREWING METHOD (Pitcher): (To Make 1 Liter/Quart):

    1. Place 12 slightly heaping teaspoons of herb & fruit blend or 6 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher.
    2. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the herb & fruit blend.
    3. Steep for 5-10 minutes.
    4. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water.
    5. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher straining the tea or removing the tea bags.
    6. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. Garnish and sweeten to taste.
    7. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed iced herb & fruit tea is to increase the strength of hot brew since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water.


    HERB & FRUIT ICED TEA BREWING METHOD (Individual Serving):

    1. Place 2 slightly heaping teaspoons of herb & fruit blend or 1 tea bag into a teapot for each serving required.
    2. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the herb & fruit blend.
    3. Cover and let steep for 5-10 minutes.
    4. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the tea or removing the bags.
    5. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving. Garnish and sweeten to taste.
    6. A rule of thumb when preparing fresh brewed herb & fruit tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted.
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