Taylors of Harrogate Lapsang Souchong, Black Tea, Pillow Tea Bags, 50 Count (Pack of 1), Smoky, Rich and Strong, Caffeinated, Enjoy Hot or Iced, 50 Teabags

This is very strong tea. It is strong in terms of aroma, strength of flavor, and oh may I stress again the key factor here of aroma. The smell of this tea will be overwhelming to some people, and amazing to others. "Smoky" is the word used on the box and frankly, that's good enough a descriptor for me. It conjures up memories or likenings of just about anything involving fire, or fireplaces, or camp fires, or even just the general season of autumn as these things will all involve the smell of smoke. I could picture this tea really hitting the right mark if consumed after spending a long day outdoors in the cold weather. It's a well-made tea. The flavor comes through, the sediment is quite low, the aftertaste is small -- it's a top-shelf product. Just know what you are getting. If you ordinarily drink Darjeeling or Earl Grey and you cannot imagine anything being stronger, then this tea will knock your socks off. Or if you have a hypersensitive sense of smell and are bothered by anything rising above the presence of crackers and bread, then you will probably be overwhelmed by this. Or perhaps you're like me, and you've consumed enough tea to float a battleship. And you've come to a point where you would like to try something new from time to time because, well, life is short. In that case, I'd say give this a try. It is different and it is unique, but it is also well-made and coherent -- there is a method to the madness, as they say. Good luck to you, my fellow tea drinker.

smoky and delicious - perfect for afternoon break at office

I evaluate products based on technical utility and objective suitability. While this 50-count pack of Lapsang Souchong was too 'green' and herbaceous for my personal palate, it is an asset for historical diorama builds. Variety and Size: This 50-count pack of pillow tea bags provides a significant volume of material for large-scale hobby projects. The bags are structurally sound, ensuring the contents remain fresh until they are deployed for the build. Museum-Grade Application: I am utilizing this as ground cover for a museum-style diorama depicting people at a campfire. The variety of textures in the loose leaf provides a realistic forest floor at 32mm scale. The Sensate Advantage: Even after a clearcoat is applied to the diorama, the terpene-heavy, smoky energy of this tea permeates the scene. It acts as a mechanical 'sensate'—providing an authentic campfire scent that enhances the visual display without the need for artificial aromatics. Auditor’s Value: For those seeking a beverage, it’s a fresh, high-quality, intense smoke profile. For the hobbyist, it is a dual-purpose material that solves both visual and olfactory requirements for high-fidelity historical recreations. This product doesn't hedge around its smoky claims; it delivers a nuclear-level atmosphere that holds up even under hobby-grade sealants."

Good tea. Reminds me of herbal tea. Kind of weak for my taste but I like very strong tea so… If there’s some stronger brand out there this one might be a good entry level lapsang souchong.

This tea has an extremely smoky smell and taste. The smoke comes on strong and then mellows out to a warm, comforting taste. I used it as a broth in a noodle bowl, wonderful!

This is smooth tea that is extremely smoky. The tea isn't as strong/brisk as I would prefer. It is a lot smokier than I expected. This isn't a bad tea. Personally, I think the taste would be a better choice for a dreary winter day instead of the summer. Be warned. My cat thought the box was cat treats at first and one of my (adult) kids thought I'd bought some beef jerky. Both were extremely disappointed! Even though I enjoyed this tea, I probably won't order it again. Ever since I started drinking this in the morning, I've been inundated with afternoon ocular migraines. I cannot be certain that this tea contributed to this sudden flare up. However, it is the only new thing I've recently added to my daily routine. I love Taylors of Harrogate Assam and thought I'd give this a try.

Taylors of Harrogate blend some splendid teas and their Lapsang Souchong is another well-balanced and consistent entry in the line. As a result of the smoking process this tea doesn't get bitter nor does it have any overly tannic aftertaste: even in bags it provides a smooth and flavorful cup of tea sturdy enough to stand up to having milk added, if you like. This is a "love it or hate it" tea: the flavor is strong and folks usually react strongly to it. I love it! Allegedly Winston Churchill's favorite brew, Lapsang Souchong has a dominant flavor of smoke and is almost peaty in nature (it is smoked in bamboo baskets over pine wood, resulting in the distinctive 'longan' aroma.) If you enjoy smoky tastes such as single-malt Island Scotches like Laphroaig or smoked foods, or you just like to stand downwind of a campfire once in a while you should find this a satisfying brew. If you don't like any of those things you probably won't like this tea either. For me this is a cool, wet weather or very early morning tea and not one I'd reach for in the middle of a hot summer's day. This set of 50 sachets (European style with no tags, strings or staples like US tea bags) comes in an attractive cardboard box but after opening be ready to transfer the sachets to a well-sealed tin or other container unless you want your entire pantry smelling like smoke. It is a VERY fragrant tea! In addition to providing finely blended teas Taylors as a company is also committed to purchasing fairly traded teas which benefits working conditions for tea workers; Taylors was also recently listed as one of the top 100 companies to work for in the UK. I'd rather give my money to smaller companies that have proved themselves good corporate citizens, and Taylors is one of the good guys. Basically: good tea, good price, good company!

I have to assume other reviewers have never had real Lapsang Souchong. This tea has the unmistakable taste of liquid smoke. I looked at the ingredients and sure enough liquid smoke was listed. I took to sips and threw out the whole box.

When my usual brand of Lapsang Souchong became unavailable, I reluctantly ordered this brand and have been pleasantly surprised. It has a good, rich flavour and each tea bag is individually wrapped. Although this is not good for the environment, it is beneficial in maintaining freshness. I actually like it better than my original choice and hope it remains available. I find it somewhat overpriced, although the last lot was a bit more reasonable. I use it daily and love it.

Great tasting tea, delivered very promptly, I will be back

Makes a fine pot of tea.

With these being bags filled with tea powder instead of a true loose leaf tea to unfurl I was extremely pleased at the full and rich authentic flavour and smell of this tea. This is definitely my vote for an in a hurry or pack for an away from home excursion

I bought the Taylors of Harrogate Lapsang Souchong, and let me tell you — this tea does not play around. The moment you open the box, you’re greeted with that iconic smoky aroma that makes you feel like you’ve just stepped into an old mountain lodge where someone is expertly tending a wood‑burning fire. Brew it, and suddenly you’re the main character in a wilderness documentary. It’s bold, smooth, and has that perfect campfire‑smoke flavour that whispers, “Yes, you are indeed a sophisticated adult who drinks interesting tea.” The 50‑bag pack is great because once you start, you’ll want this every day. It’s comforting, dramatic, and strangely motivating — like a pep talk in liquid form. If you love smoky teas or just want your kitchen to smell like a classy forest retreat, this is the one. Absolutely delighted.