Definitions
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- noun A superior kind of souchong tea.
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- noun A superior kind of
souchong tea .
Etymologies
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Chinese 包種茶.
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Examples
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Grown in southeastern China where it's called pouchong and Taiwan.
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Madame's partner would lay down his cards for the sake of pouchong and brandy peaches;
The Knickerbocker, or New-York Monthly Magazine, February 1844 Volume 23, Number 2 Various
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The best black teas in general use are pekoe and pouchong; the best green teas are imperial, young hyson, and gunpowder.
Directions for Cookery, in its Various Branches Eliza Leslie 1822
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My favourite is rose pouchong - it's delicious and beautifully scented.
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