Brewing Tips for Russian Caravan Black Tea

Hi Folks, Paul here from Tea Traders ...
In this video I brew a pot of lightly smoked Russian Caravan black tea and share some brewing tips to help you get the most from your tea.

[@cannibalisticwolf3319]

I like this guy

[@harperonline]

I've been drinking Russian Caravan for 20 years and I just never get bored of it. In fact, I have a cup right now as I type.

[@teatraderswales]

Always a rewarding brew. Very easy to enjoy :)

[@mahel2002]

Just had to say that I really enjoyed your video, as I thought that a lot of the tips are actually very good for people who've just started brewing tea from leaves and are moving away from bags :)

[@teatraderswales]

Good to hear that you found the video interesting. Thanks for the feedback 🧡👍

[@harperonline]

Yeah, I was stung recently with an infuser teapot and wonderful Earl Grey. The second cup was horrible and bitter as I forgot got remove the leaves. I won't do it again.

[@adamarzo559]

Great video! I was confused about the whole boiling water great to hear you clarify that is for green tea. I have started to drink black tea instead of adding milk and the taste for me is way better. I love Russian Caravan tea bags but have just bought some loose leaf tea, mostly Chinese ones including Lapsang, and hope to enjoy trying those! Cheers mate!

[@teatraderswales]

Thanks for the feedback 👍

[@DeDyson]

I have been drinking this for about 6 years now, but from another company. I had a bad experience (sending a totally different tea and ignored correspondence to swap it for what I ordered) with the other company and I just found this video and have just placed my first order with you! Looking forward to trying it.

[@PaulRaven800]

Hi David, That's great, thank you. We've received your order and will get your tea posted to you very soon. Hope you enjoy it. Thank you for trusting us with your order. Kind regards

[@waynehendry9782]

Just tried the Russian caravan (not your shop sorry) and its the same as my neighbours wood burner. Real burnt wood taste and gets in your nose. Not for me but it's fun to try. I do like the black teas (builders) and more flowery teas like English breakfast, although I'm fussy on that one as my last punt off ebay is not good. Its more a sour black tea! Back to original supplier for that one.
I also drink rooibos and calimile. Green tea if mood takes me.
I'll watch some more for ideas on what to use try next. :) Bit late to the party.
I'll take a look at your shop and give it ago. I can do a drink along. Ha

[@teatraderswales]

Hi Wayne, Great to read of your thoughts and experience. Russian Caravan should have a smooth, gently smoked profile... Definitely not harsh or deeply smoked. The one you've described doesn't sound like I'd expect so it may be worth trying a different supplier? You may find our Keemun, and Golden Monkey black teas more to your taste? Our first flush Golden Nepal black tea has a light floral profile and is also very popular. If you need other suggestions just let me know. Best regards Paul