Russian Caravan

$5.42 ~~$10.85~~ In stock

Sweet and smooth tea notes set the stage, allowing the smoky aftertaste to drift and linger. While the smoke is prominent, it's not aggressive. Biscuity undertones balance smokiness.

Russian Caravan tea history goes back to overland trading routes of the 1600s and 1700s. Traders used camel caravans from China and other tea-producing regions, through Russia, and into Europe. According to lore, the abundance of campfire smoke on this route gave the tea a characteristic, prized flavor. Souchong denotes older, larger leaves on the tea plant. While the younger buds (or golden tips) are typically most sought-after, this process of smoking older tea leaves created a new phenomenon—now a mainstay of the tea world.

Fortunately, we get to enjoy this tea without hopping on a camel or journeying across Mongolia. If you're curious about smoked tea, Russian Caravan is an ideal place to start.

A made in Montana tea.

Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 4 reviews)

Sophia ★★★★★ Sep 4, 2026

The biscuity undertone really rounds out the smoke, so it's smooth going down instead of harsh. I brewed a pot last night and that aftertaste hung around pleasantly for a good while, exactly what I want from a Russian Caravan.

Miles J. ★★★★★ Sep 3, 2026

That lingering smoky aftertaste is exactly what I've been hunting for, and it drifts in so gently after the sweet, smooth tea notes that it never overwhelms. The biscuity undertones make each sip feel comforting and rich, and I've already reordered a bigger bag.

Lucy ★★★★★ Sep 2, 2026

I usually drink straight black teas but this one converted me — the biscuity note comes through right at the start, then that smoke creeps in and just hangs around without ever feeling harsh. Perfect for a cold evening with a splash of milk.