Black Tea Keemun Red - 50g Traditional Chinese Premium Leaf
Premium Keemun Black Tea: China's Refined Red Tea Legacy
Keemun black tea represents the pinnacle of Chinese tea craftsmanship, originating from the misty hills of Qimen County in Anhui Province. This medium-bodied tea delivers a perfectly balanced profile with signature stone fruit notes, gentle smokiness, and subtle floral undertones. The small, expertly twisted leaves produce a bright copper-red infusion with a smooth, refined character that's made it a cornerstone of fine English Breakfast blends. First crafted in 1875, this tea transformed Qimen from a green tea region into the source of China's most distinguished black tea.
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Brewing Instructions
For optimal flavor extraction:
- Water Temperature: 90-95°C (194-203°F)
- Western Style: Use 1g per 100ml water, steep 2-3 minutes
- Gongfu Style: Use 5g per 100ml water, multiple short steeps starting at 30 seconds
- Can be enjoyed pure or with milk and honey
- Yields 2-3 flavorful infusions
Pure Origin Tea Leaves
Crafted exclusively from Camellia sinensis var. sinensis cultivar grown in Qimen County's unique terroir. The leaves are hand-plucked using the traditional one bud, two leaf standard, then undergo careful oxidation to develop their characteristic tight curl and complex flavor compounds. Contains naturally occurring polyphenols, amino acids, and aromatic compounds that contribute to its distinctive taste profile.
Health and Wellness Benefits
Keemun tea offers a balanced combination of stimulating and nurturing properties:
- Contains moderate caffeine levels for sustained mental clarity without jitters
- Rich in antioxidant polyphenols that support cardiovascular health
- Aids digestive function and promotes gastrointestinal comfort
- Natural anti-inflammatory compounds help reduce oxidative stress
- Supports healthy metabolism and blood sugar regulation
- Provides gentle diuretic properties that support hydration balance
Cultural Heritage and Significance
Keemun tea's creation marked a pivotal moment in tea history when former imperial official Yu Gan-chen introduced black tea processing to Qimen in 1875. Within decades, this innovative tea gained international acclaim, particularly in Britain, where it became a prized component of prestigious breakfast blends. The tea's unique processing method, combining traditional Chinese expertise with new techniques, revolutionized the region's tea industry and established Keemun as one of China's most celebrated tea exports.
