Congous

/ˈkɑːŋɡoʊs/ adjective

Definition

Resembling or relating to congou, a variety of black tea from China; having the qualities of congou tea.

Etymology

From congou (also congee or kung fu tea), from Chinese gongfu cha ('labor tea' or 'skill tea,' referring to the careful preparation). The -ous suffix makes it an adjective meaning 'of the nature of.'

Kelly Says

Congou tea is one of the oldest types of black tea—the name literally means 'made with great skill.' British tea merchants loved it so much they helped create the global tea trade.

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