Russian Caravan Tea

$7.00

BLACK TEA | MODERATE CAFFEINE | ORGANIC | SMOKY & EARTHY

The smoke is the point of this one. Lapsang souchong makes the cup taste like woodsmoke, assam gives it weight, and the pu-erh gives it an earthy depth, so you get more than smoke out of every cup. It is an old blend with a name to match, and it tastes like one. If you have been looking for a smoky tea, stop here.

Sold in 1 oz quantities. Makes 6-10 cups of tea.

Ingredients

organic lapsang souchong, organic oolong, organic assam, organic pu-erh

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“Let this be the one thing you don’t multitask.
Just the tea, just you.”

MAKE TEATIME YOUR me TIME

— tea & turmeric

From Our Laguna Beach Tea Shop

This is the tea we use to make one of our favorite smoky barbecue rubs. We love telling customers that, mostly for the pause that follows, because nobody expects loose leaf tea to end up on grilled food. They leave with tea and a recipe they did not come in for. That is why we keep it stocked.

If Russian Caravan has you exploring bold smoky black teas, Lapsang Souchong Organic is the smokiest tea we carry, campfire in a cup. And if you want that same bold richness taken somewhere more complex and indulgent, Angel's Share Bourbon is the one to try next.

  • How to brew it hot

    Use 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea per 8 ounces of water at 212°F.
    Steep for 3 to 5 minutes.
    Full boiling water gets the smoke out of the leaf.

  • How to make iced tea

    Use 2 teaspoons of loose leaf tea per 8 ounces of water at 212°F.
    Steep for 3 to 5 minutes, then pour over a full glass of ice.
    Double the leaf so the ice does not thin the cup.

  • How to cold brew

    Use 1.5 teaspoons of loose leaf tea per 8 ounces of filtered water.
    Steep in your fridge for 8 to 12 hours.
    Strain out the leaves and enjoy!

Beyond the Cup: Make Something Tasty with This Russian Caravan Tea

The Russian Caravan Smoked Finishing Salt

Makes about 1/2 cup

This creates a savory, campfire-inspired seasoning that is incredible on roasted vegetables, avocado toast, or even sprinkled over grilled stone fruit.

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon Russian Caravan Tea (the smoky Lapsang Souchong is the hero here)
  • 3 tablespoons high-quality flaky sea salt (like Maldon)
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chili flakes (optional, for a little heat)

Instructions

  1. In a clean spice grinder or mortar and pestle, combine the Russian Caravan leaves, peppercorns, and chili flakes. Give them a quick pulse or grind, aiming for a coarse texture, not a fine powder.
  2. Mix this blend into the flaky sea salt.
  3. Put it in a small glass jar or a compostable tea pouch.
  4. Tell your customers to use this as a "finishing salt," a final pinch on roasted sweet potatoes, charred corn, or a Caprese salad to add a surprising, smoky, complex depth.